GRC Experts in Austria
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Lucas Garzarolli
Last position:
Self-Employed Management Consultant at nospia e.U.
Provided expert consultancy services to a range of clients, supporting their compliance and security objectives across multiple domains. Key projects and responsibilities included:
- Lead consultant for successful ISO 27001 certification projects, including readiness assessments and audit support
- Conducted comprehensive risk reviews and gap analyses to identify and remediate compliance and security vulnerabilities
- Developed, and improved internal and external policies, guidelines, and procedures related to information security and data protection
- Delivered tailored training sessions to employees on security best practices and data protection obligations
- Negotiated and drafted compliance-related contractual clauses, including DPAs and security-related provisions.
- Designed consent management strategies and ensured effective technical implementation of cookie banners in compliance with regulatory requirements
Walter Sarg
Last position:
Territory Service Manager Red Hat Consulting at Major German Engineering and Technology Multinational Company
- Migrating from VMware to OpenShift Virtualization, 40+ workstreams / projects in parallel (Small- to Medium Sized VM Operators / Critical Factory Workload Owners / Large-Scale Data Center Operators)
Gabriele Bolek-Fügl
Last position:
Founder and Managing Director at PaiperOne GmbH
- Development, acquisition, consulting and controlling
- Implementation of ISO 42001 certification
- Software as a Service in AI compliance and consulting
- AI training for the staff of two Austrian publishing groups
- AI training for the management of the state of Lower Austria
- AI strategy workshop for a Styrian and a Salzburg municipality
- AI workshops for the House of Digitalization in Tulln
- AI trainings for municipalities at the KDZ
- Conducting “Certified AI Compliance Officer” training at the Academy for Internal Audit
- Organizational consulting on AI governance at the Austrian Health Insurance Fund (ÖGK)
- Project support for “homepage chatbot at the öbv”
- Certification audits at Austrian Standards (AI Manager)
- Design of an AI governance platform including a chatbot for EU AI Act questions
Marianne Pollak
Last position:
Senior PM Public Health Care at Freelance
- MSFT Dynamics 365 Sales Implementation
- MSFT Dynamics 365 Customer Insights Journey Implementation
Sascha Leitner
Last position:
CEO at SEComply
- Founder & creator of a cutting-edge Governance, Risk & Compliance SaaS solution.
- Developing and executing business development strategies to identify new opportunities and expand market presence.
- Providing information security consulting services.
- Specializing in governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) topics such as risk management, ISO 27005, ISO 27001, NIS 2, DORA, PCI DSS, EU-GDPR, and more.
- Past projects:
- Kyndryl Austria GmbH: delivered IAM blueprint, conducted risk assessments, developed transformation strategy and roadmap for client projects, and provided support in pre-sales activities to align solutions with client needs.
- Cashpoint Sportwetten GmbH: conducted ISO 27001:2022 gap analysis, enhanced ISMS processes, updated security training, aligned with ISO 27001:2022 standards, and improved vulnerability management practices through regular assessments and remediation planning.
- Hornbach Baumarkt AG: supported the CISO in achieving ISO 27001 compliance, implementing a secure software development lifecycle (SDLC), strengthening vulnerability management practices, and enhancing risk management frameworks.
- MHP Management- und IT-Beratung GmbH: created and reviewed security concepts aligned with ISO 27001 standards.
- Stromnetz Berlin GmbH: developed a comprehensive security concept based on ISO 27001 requirements.
- dmTech GmbH: conducted IT security training for employees, fostering awareness and adherence to security best practices.
- Finanz Informatik GmbH: managed PCI DSS-related tasks, including compliance assessments and control implementations.
- TIPS Messtechnik GmbH: conducted NIS2 gap analysis, developed a comprehensive compliance roadmap, and provided supportive actions to address identified gaps and ensure alignment with regulatory requirements.
Michael Handl
Last position:
Voest AG
SAP S/4HANA authorizations: Project NEXUS, implementation of the authorization concept for Voest branch
Implementation of the authorization concept for Voest Bulgaria for the SAP modules FI, AM, CO, MM, SD, PP, PM, PS, QM, WM and Fiori
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Statistics of experts using GRC
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Experience
23 years
Position duration
2.3 years
Positions per freelancer
12
Top business areas
Information Technology, Project Management, Strategy
Top industries
Information Technology, Manufacturing, Healthcare
Certification focus areas
Information Technology, Audit, Legal
Bachelor's degree or higher
60%
Master's degree or higher
60%
Certifications per freelancer
6
Most common languages
German, English, Italian
Speak two or more languages
100%
Based on our profile pool as of 30 Aug 2026.
Daily rate distribution
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Average rates of experts in Austria using GRC
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The average daily rate is the mean of all daily rates from recent contracts of comparable freelancers on our platform.
The median daily rate is the middle value of all daily rates — half of comparable freelancers charge less, half charge more. Unlike the average, it is barely affected by outliers.
Calculated based on our freelancers’ daily rates as of 30 Aug 2026. Actual rates may vary depending on seniority level, experience, skill specialization, project complexity, and engagement length.
About the technology
What GRC covers
GRC stands for governance, risk, and compliance. It brings policy, control, and reporting work into one structure so companies can manage obligations, reduce risk, and keep a clear view of status across teams and systems.
Typical work
- Define control frameworks and ownership
- Map risks to policies and evidence
- Support audits, reviews, and remediation
- Build reporting for leadership and regulators
- Improve workflows in GRC tools
Tools and ecosystem
GRC professionals often work with platforms such as ServiceNow GRC, RSA Archer, SAP GRC, and Microsoft Purview. They also use spreadsheets, ticketing systems, document repositories, and reporting tools to keep controls current and traceable.
When companies bring in help
Firms usually need outside experts when a framework is being set up, an audit is approaching, or controls are spread across departments. Short-term support also helps when teams need clean documentation, better evidence collection, or a faster path to remediation.
What strong specialists deliver
Strong specialists turn broad requirements into practical processes. They write clear policies, align risks with controls, test gaps, and explain findings in plain language.
Working in Austria
In Austria, GRC work often sits close to regulated industries, enterprise IT, and cross-border operations. Remote delivery is common, but on-site workshops can help when teams need to agree on risk appetite, control owners, or reporting lines.
Frequently asked questions
Need clarity? These are the questions we hear most often about GRC.
GRC means governance, risk, and compliance. In practice, it connects policies, controls, issues, and reporting so a company can see where it stands and what needs attention. It is used to keep decisions, obligations, and evidence in one manageable structure.
GRC is broader than compliance software. Compliance tools may track tasks or evidence, while GRC also covers governance, risk assessment, control design, and reporting. Many companies use software such as ServiceNow GRC or RSA Archer to support that work.
A strong GRC specialist usually understands risk frameworks, internal controls, audit support, and policy writing. Familiarity with data protection, security practices, and business process mapping also helps. Clear communication matters because the work has to be understood by both technical and non-technical teams.
A GRC project can need different levels of seniority depending on scope. A small review may only need someone to refine controls and documentation, while a larger program needs someone who can shape frameworks and coordinate many stakeholders. The key is practical experience with the same type of controls and reporting.
GRC often includes ISO-aligned control work and audit preparation, but it is not limited to either one. ISO work usually focuses on a specific standard, while GRC covers the broader system of governance, risk, and compliance across the business. Many companies use the same specialist for both because the tasks overlap.
Yes, GRC work is often well suited to remote collaboration. Policies, control maps, evidence reviews, and reporting can usually be handled online. On-site time in Austria can still be useful for workshops, interviews, and stakeholder alignment, especially in complex organizations.
Look for a GRC professional who can show real control design, risk mapping, and audit support work, not just generic compliance language. Good signals are clear documentation, a structured way of working, and the ability to explain trade-offs in plain terms. Ask how they handled gaps, evidence, and stakeholder pushback.
A GRC engagement often produces risk registers, control matrices, policy updates, remediation plans, and reporting packs. It may also include workflow improvements in tools like SAP GRC, ServiceNow GRC, or Microsoft Purview. The exact deliverables should match the company’s framework and current maturity.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Austria who have used GRC in their recent projects is 123 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 987 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Austria who have used GRC in their recent projects, 60% hold at least a Bachelor's degree and 60% hold at least a Master's degree.
On average, freelancers in Austria who have used GRC in their recent projects have 23 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 2.3 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Austria who have used GRC in their recent projects are German (100%), English (100%), and Italian (17%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Austria who have used GRC in their recent projects are Information Technology (100%), Manufacturing (83%), and Healthcare (67%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Austria who have used GRC in their recent projects are Information Technology (100%), Project Management (100%), and Strategy (83%).
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