ISO 27005 Experts in Germany
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Robert Francia
Last position:
Interim Project Manager at IT services company of a regional energy supplier
- Delivery of various end-customer projects in server and network infrastructure on time, in quality, and within budget.
- Project 1: Firewall renewal, replacement of an ASA firewall with a Fortinet firewall at an automotive supplier.
- Project 2: Migration of file services from dedicated servers at 5 branch locations into a central managed file service, including DHCP, directory, and print services, as well as decommissioning of the old domain controllers.
- Project 3: Renewal of the network infrastructure at the headquarters and branch locations of a logistics company and transition of the LAN, WLAN, and firewall environments into a managed network service.
- Project 4: Network renewal, replacement of the core and access switches at the headquarters of a medical technology company and transition into a managed network service.
- Project 5: Firewall renewal, replacement of an ASA firewall with a Fortinet firewall for a city.
- Environment: ASA and Fortinet firewalls, Cisco network components, ITSM Heat/Ivanti, Confluence.
Alicja Wilczek
Last position:
Integrated security and emergency documentation for a 24/7 logistics company at Medium-sized logistics company
- Creation of complete bilingual (DE/EN) security and emergency documentation: Business Continuity Plan / Disaster Recovery Plan, Incident Response Plan v2.0 with four case-specific playbooks (PICERL), access control policy, vulnerability management policy, business resilience programme, risk governance plan
- Consolidation into an integrated emergency handbook (12 chapters) with immediate checklists for six emergency scenarios, a prioritized action table, and a formal approval structure
- Review of a penetration test report (Greenbone) with complete remediation of all findings and formal risk acceptance of a residual risk with documented compensating control
- Review and documentation of NIS2 and HinSchG applicability, including the legal reasoning for non-applicability
Alexander Sänn
Last position:
Lead Audit Conformity & IT Security Catalog at DAX group energy provider in the renewable energy sector
- Supported the implementation of §8a requirements of the BSI Act for critical infrastructures.
- Systematically prepared and supported internal and external audits, resolving previous deviations (HA, NA, VP)
- Implemented the specific requirements of the IT security catalog
- Developed training, created run books, and conducted assessments to ensure operational effectiveness.
Robert Vattig
Last position:
Freelance Consultant Information Security and Business Continuity at Freelance business consulting
- Provide consulting services nationwide in both private and public sectors
- Advise on information security management systems, IT-Grundschutz, KRITIS compliance, TISAX, business continuity and crisis management
- Support the introduction of policies, risk management methods, asset registers and supplier management
- Conduct internal audits, training workshops and support audit preparations
Jens Brennscheidt
Last position:
Senior Cyber Security Consultant at Brennscheidt IT Consulting
ISMS consulting
Interim management
Conducting security analyses & audits
BCM consulting
Executive management
Nikita Sudhakar Kandekar
Last position:
Assistant Manager - Cybersecurity at Vodafone India Service Pvt Ltd
- Maintained 95% compliance for 300+ vendors through vendor risk assessment.
- Handled GRC of Ireland, Greece and Egypt markets.
- Conducted DPIA for suppliers.
- Collaborate with various stakeholders, including suppliers, internal teams, and external partners, to ensure compliance with cybersecurity standards and policies.
- Provided support in case of cybersecurity incidents, ensuring appropriate measures are taken to mitigate risks and protect the company’s data.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of cybersecurity processes and practices within Vodafone, ensuring the company stays ahead of emerging threats and vulnerabilities.
Lucas Löcken
Last position:
Consultant in Information Security, Data Protection and Business Continuity Management
Consulting and support in gathering information security requirements (IT-SIG 2.0, KRITIS, TISAX, industry standards, ISO 27001, A-960/1)
Acting as data protection officer and auditor as well as information security auditor
Conducting employee training
Updating risk analyses with risk treatment
Designing information security concepts based on BSI IT Baseline Protection, KRITIS, ISO 27001, A-960/1 and TISAX
Identifying information security requirements for IT systems (WAN, LAN, clouds) and overseeing implementation
Administering the ISMS using Verinice and SAVe
Integrating security concepts into existing management systems according to ISO 9001 and ISO 27001
Process management and modeling according to ITIL
Management consulting for integrating an ISMS into integrated management systems
Advising on data protection (GDPR, BDSG)
Planning and conducting data protection audits
Designing risk management processes and methodologies according to ISO 27005, ISO 31000 and BSI 200-3
Developing and setting up training programs for employees
Nikolaus Betzler
Last position:
ICT Risk Management and Information Security at B. Metzler seel. Sohn & Co. AG
- Independently develop policies, guidelines, and frameworks for ICT risk management and information security
- Advise business units on ICT risk management and information security
- Further develop the ICT risk management framework that governs the identification, assessment, and control of ICT risks
- Evaluate the Information Security Management System (ISMS) and adjust it for new challenges
- Conduct risk analyses to identify and assess potential ICT risks and information security risks for the Metzler Group
- Advise on defining and implementing measures to reduce risks and improve the resilience of ICT systems
- Advise on ensuring compliance with relevant internal and external regulatory requirements (MaRisk, DORA, BAIT, BSI IT baseline protection, ISMS, ISO 27001, ISO 42001, ISO 27005, BCM ISO 22301)
- Advise on internal and cross-functional projects (SAP DORA compliance, Target2, Section 8a BSI Act)
Ralf Lembke
Last position:
Chief Information Security Officer at Stadtwerke Krefeld Holding AG
- Building an information security management system for the entire group
- Supporting 2 KRITIS subsidiaries
Klaus-Dieter Krause
Last position:
Executive Partner at iAP-Independent Audit Professionals GmbH
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Statistics of experts using ISO 27005
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
22 years
Position duration
3.8 years
Positions per freelancer
13
Top business areas
Information Technology, Project Management, Quality Assurance
Top industries
Information Technology, Professional Services, Transportation
Certification focus areas
Audit, Information Technology, Quality Assurance
Bachelor's degree or higher
100%
Master's degree or higher
83%
Doctorate
33%
Certifications per freelancer
10
Most common languages
German, English, Spanish
Speak two or more languages
90%
Based on our profile pool as of 30 Aug 2026.
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Average rates of experts in Germany using ISO 27005
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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.
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About the technology
Risk management focus
ISO 27005 is the guidance most teams use to run information security risk management in a structured way. It helps specialists identify assets, threats, vulnerabilities, and impacts, then decide how to treat the risk.
What it supports
- Risk assessments for information security programs
- Risk treatment plans and control selection
- Support for ISO/IEC 27001 audits and governance
- Documentation for reviews, approvals, and traceability
Typical delivery work
Companies bring in ISO 27005 specialists when they need a practical method, not a generic checklist. The work often includes risk workshops, asset and scenario analysis, risk registers, and clear recommendations that business and security teams can act on.
Ecosystem around it
ISO 27005 is often used with ISO/IEC 27001, ISO/IEC 27002, and related security policies. Strong professionals know how to connect the method to incident response, supplier risk, business continuity, and internal control frameworks.
When freelance expertise helps
- A security program needs a new or updated risk method
- An audit asks for better evidence and traceability
- A merger, cloud move, or new service changes the risk picture
- The team needs support in Germany with workshops and documentation
What strong specialists do
Good ISO 27005 professionals make risk work readable and usable. They can explain assumptions, compare options, and keep language consistent across security, legal, and business teams. They also know how to adapt the method to the company’s size, sector, and operating model.
Frequently asked questions
Key details about ISO 27005, drawn from the questions we get asked most.
ISO 27005 is used to structure information security risk management. It helps teams identify risks, judge their impact, and decide whether to treat, transfer, avoid, or accept them. In practice, it supports security governance, audit preparation, and better decisions around controls.
ISO/IEC 27005 is the risk management guidance, while ISO 27001 is the main management system standard. Many companies use both together because 27005 helps explain how risks are assessed and handled inside an ISO 27001 program. If you already have 27001 work underway, 27005 often fills the method gap.
A strong ISO 27005 specialist usually knows ISO/IEC 27001, ISO/IEC 27002, and common security risk methods. It also helps if they understand cloud services, supplier risk, business continuity, and incident handling. That mix makes the risk work more realistic and easier to use.
With ISO 27005, the expert can help even if the risk process is only partly defined. They will still need a view of your assets, key services, threats, and existing controls. The clearer the scope, the faster they can produce useful results and not just a template.
Most ISO 27005 work can be done remotely, especially document review, risk analysis, and drafting registers or treatment plans. On-site sessions are useful for workshops with business owners, IT, legal, and security stakeholders. In Germany, many teams use a mixed setup depending on language and internal availability.
Look for a ISO 27005 professional who can show real risk registers, workshop outputs, and decision logs, not just standard wording. Strong work is specific, traceable, and aligned to how your company actually operates. Ask how they handle risk scoring, exceptions, and ownership across teams.
A ISO 27005 engagement often produces a risk methodology, a risk register, treatment options, and reporting material for management. You may also get workshop notes, asset and scenario analysis, and links to relevant controls. The best deliverables are short, usable, and easy to keep current.
Companies in Germany often bring in ISO 27005 specialists when security, audit, or procurement teams need a formal risk process that is still practical. They may also need help coordinating stakeholders in German and English, especially in international groups. That is common in manufacturing, software, finance, and critical service environments.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Germany who have used ISO 27005 in their recent projects is 120 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 961 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Germany who have used ISO 27005 in their recent projects, 100% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 83% hold at least a Master's degree, and 33% hold a doctorate.
On average, freelancers in Germany who have used ISO 27005 in their recent projects have 22 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 3.8 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Germany who have used ISO 27005 in their recent projects are German (100%), English (90%), and Spanish (10%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Germany who have used ISO 27005 in their recent projects are Information Technology (80%), Professional Services (80%), and Transportation (50%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Germany who have used ISO 27005 in their recent projects are Information Technology (100%), Project Management (80%), and Quality Assurance (80%).
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