ISMS Experts in Switzerland
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Meet FRATCH Experts in Switzerland, who have recently used ISMS
Klaus Schmitt
Last position:
Senior Financial Consultant and Project Manager at Start Up
- Establishment of a licensing model
- Preparation of investor documents (business plan, cash flow forecast, ROI, etc.)
- Marketing simulation of market development, market potential assessment, etc.
- Definition and implementation of KPIs to measure market entry
- Setting up project planning, project controlling, and business processes
Tomas Hundegger
Last position:
Senior Advisor at Private Equity company
- Support the client in the business integration: technical project management of design & roll out of Corporate Governance & Sox framework / controls for purchase to pay, record to report, procure to pay, order to cash and hire to retire with focus integration of approx. 30 lines of businesses on Business & IT level
- Setup of an Audit & Assurance function & support Finance & HR department with business integration
- Designing and prepare roll-out for: IT Access Management, SoD, ITAC and ITGC
- Establish a Risk Framework (ERM) / Process, introduce risk assessments across the Business, IT and Management
- Establish Compliance function with design and rollout of Whistleblower, ABC, CoC, Fraud and Risk Management framework, ESG, ABC, AML, Sanction
Károly Aczél
Last position:
NIS2 & Risk Strategy Consultant at RRC power solutions GmbH
- Developed a compliant information security management system (ISMS)
- Advanced a modern risk management framework based on NIST for NIS2 compliance
Thorsten Morschheuser
Last position:
Managing Director at Morschheuser Consulting GmbH
- Establishment, development and auditing of ISMS and IAM/IDM structures (SAP & non-SAP).
- Development, optimization and review of authorization concepts, role models and interfaces (including SAP IDM/NetWeaver/S/4HANA, as well as cloud & AD).
- Management and documentation of audit, compliance and certification projects (ISO 27001, TISAX, KRITIS).
Antonis Velalopoulos
Last position:
Security and Audit Consultant at Contractor
Consulting on Cyber Security, Governance, Risk Management, audits, Cloud Security, and compliance in regulated environments.
Thomas Höhle
Last position:
Sales Partner at SourceWeb Group
- Consulting and sales in cyber security
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Statistics of experts using ISMS
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
25 years
Position duration
2 years
Positions per freelancer
12
Top business areas
Information Technology, Project Management, Audit
Top industries
Professional Services, Banking and Finance, Insurance
Certification focus areas
Information Technology, Legal, Quality Assurance
Bachelor's degree or higher
83%
Master's degree or higher
67%
Certifications per freelancer
3
Most common languages
German, English, French
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 Switzerland using ISMS
Rates are based on recent contracts and do not include FRATCH margin.
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
ISMS basics
An ISMS is the framework a company uses to manage information security in a structured way. It covers policies, risk treatment, controls, evidence, and ongoing review. Strong specialists turn security from scattered tasks into a clear operating model.
What they deliver
- Risk assessments and treatment plans
- ISO/IEC 27001 gap analysis and readiness work
- Security policies, standards, and procedures
- Internal audit support and management review input
- Evidence collection for certification and surveillance audits
Ecosystem and tools
Work often spans ISMS software, asset registers, risk logs, control libraries, ticketing systems, and document management. Many specialists also use frameworks such as ISO/IEC 27001, ISO/IEC 27002, and sometimes NIST or CIS controls as reference points. The right expert keeps the system usable, not just compliant on paper.
When companies bring in help
Companies usually look for freelance ISMS experts when security work must move faster than internal capacity allows. That can include setting up a new ISMS, closing audit findings, improving supplier risk management, or preparing for certification. In Switzerland, this is common where regulated services, software, life sciences, and financial firms need clear documentation and steady control.
What strong specialists do well
Strong professionals know how to connect policy, risk, and daily practice. They can write clearly, work with legal, IT, and business teams, and keep evidence aligned with real operations. They also understand how to adapt an ISMS for remote collaboration, especially when teams are spread across Switzerland and nearby markets.
Hiring fit
- Need help with ISO/IEC 27001 scope or Statement of Applicability
- Need an independent review before certification or recertification
- Need support after an incident or control failure
- Need a specialist who can work with both executives and operational teams
Freelancers working with ISMS, Information Security Management Systems, or an ISO 27001-based program should be able to show concrete deliverables, not vague claims. Ask for examples of policies, risk registers, audit packs, and improvements that were actually adopted. That is usually the clearest sign of quality.
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers to the questions that come up most around ISMS.
A ISMS helps a company manage information security in a repeatable way. It defines how risks are identified, treated, and reviewed, and how controls are documented and checked. Most companies use it to support ISO/IEC 27001 work, internal assurance, and customer security reviews.
Not exactly. ISMS is the management system; ISO/IEC 27001 is the standard many companies use to design and certify it. A strong specialist understands both and can build the system so it fits the standard without becoming paperwork only.
Searchers often use ISMS, Information Security Management System, or ISO 27001 context when they mean the same work. Some teams also refer to the broader ISO/IEC 27001 program rather than the acronym. A good specialist should recognize all of these terms and work from the same operational need.
A ISMS specialist often needs risk management, policy writing, audit preparation, supplier security, and stakeholder coordination skills. Knowledge of GDPR, cloud controls, incident handling, and evidence management also helps. The best experts can translate technical findings into clear business decisions.
It depends on scope. A small gap assessment may only need a focused specialist, while a full build or certification push usually needs someone who has worked through the full lifecycle. Look for proof that the person has delivered usable policies, risk treatment, and audit-ready evidence, not just templates.
Yes, much of ISMS work can be done remotely if access to documents, stakeholders, and evidence is organized well. Workshops, interviews, and review sessions can happen online, while on-site time may still help for sensitive environments or leadership sessions. For Switzerland, language expectations often depend on the internal team and audit context.
Ask for concrete deliverables: risk registers, control mappings, policies, audit packs, and examples of findings they helped close. A strong ISMS professional explains why a control matters and how it will be maintained over time. They should also be comfortable working with both management and operational teams.
Common deliverables include scope statements, control mappings, asset and risk registers, policy sets, and internal audit support. In many cases the work also includes training material, management review input, and documentation for certification readiness. The exact mix depends on whether the company is building, improving, or validating its system.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Switzerland who have used ISMS in their recent projects is 125 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 1,000 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Switzerland who have used ISMS in their recent projects, 83% hold at least a Bachelor's degree and 67% hold at least a Master's degree.
On average, freelancers in Switzerland who have used ISMS in their recent projects have 25 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 2 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Switzerland who have used ISMS in their recent projects are German (100%), English (100%), and French (50%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Switzerland who have used ISMS in their recent projects are Professional Services (100%), Banking and Finance (67%), and Insurance (67%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Switzerland who have used ISMS in their recent projects are Information Technology (100%), Project Management (100%), and Audit (83%).
Main locations of FRATCH Experts, who have recently used ISMS
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