PCI DSS Experts in Frankfurt
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Prasad Tilloo
Last position:
Solution Architect / Senior Manager – DTC E-Commerce Platform at BRITA
- Led discovery phase and POC for Shopware to Shopify Plus migration across EMEA markets, evaluating platform suitability, technical architecture, and multi-brand/multi-country capabilities against business requirements.
- Designed reference architecture for Shopify Plus implementation incorporating headless front-end patterns (Vue.js, Nuxt.js), CMS integration (Magnolia), and Azure middleware (APIM, Functions, Logic Apps, Service Bus) for 11 EMEA markets.
- Defined migration strategy analyzing data mapping, cutover approach, and zero-downtime deployment patterns using Varnish caching, GitOps pipelines, and CI/CD orchestration across six vendor teams.
- Architected multi-tenant Shopify Plus governance model with centralized admin, localized storefront customization, and compliance controls (GDPR, data residency).
- Prototyped AI-driven search optimization (LLM.txt, JSON-LD) for product discoverability in Google AI results, demonstrating post-launch performance opportunities.
- Defined EMEA expansion roadmap for 15+ markets through C-level strategic workshops, identifying phased rollout, market-specific configurations, and resource requirements.
- Tech Stack: React, Nuxt.js, Vue.js, Magnolia CMS, Shopware, Shopify Plus, Azure (APIM, Functions, Logic Apps, Service Bus, Front Door), Varnish, SAP, MS Dynamics, Docker, Kubernetes, GitHub Actions, PostgreSQL, Kafka
Tan Pham
Last position:
DevOps Engineer in the DevOps Team at Rise-World
- Implementation of specified DevOps solutions to automate infrastructure (Terraform, Bicep, CloudFormation, Ansible) on-premises datacenter (Ovirt, Proxmox, Ceph Cluster, MinIO) and private cloud.
- Administration, configuration and implementation of CI/CD DevOps pipelines (GitLab, GitFlow) to support development process (Artifactory, Prometheus, Istio, service mesh, Helm Chart, OpenShift (Red Hat Enterprise) / Kubernetes cluster), Red Hat Satellite.
- Administration, setup, monitoring and patching of Linux infrastructure based on Red Hat Enterprise for Dev, Test and QA.
- Use of Scrum and Kanban methods.
- Administration, configuration and implementation of security standards for deploying on Dev, Test, QA and Prod stages of the new ePA applications.
- Development of new plugins and add-ons needed on current infrastructure.
- Database support.
- Data analytics support (Python, Spark, Pandas, Power BI, Splunk Enterprise).
- Implementation of best practices for DevSecOps and BizDevOps using GitOps (ArgoCD), Streamlit framework, Semaphore Ansible UI.
- Configuration and testing of iperf, uperf, sysbench using benchmark-operator for external source data and IoT/MDM devices, creating reports via ELK / OpenSearch.
- Building a new Databricks platform to collect and analyze big data from different sources and IoT devices into Hadoop framework (Python, Pandas, PySpark, Power BI, Apache Airflow).
- Building backend data aggregation and processing to automate configuration deployment between different OpenShift clusters and big data framework (Python, Pandas, PySpark, Apache Spark, PostgreSQL, Django 2, Ansible Automation, Jira JSM).
- Building a new ML pipeline platform using Kubeflow, TensorFlow, KServe.
- Data extraction, transformation and loading from different data sources including structured and unstructured data to analytic DWH / big data cluster using Python, Pandas, Polars, Power BI, Django backend and PostgreSQL.
- Setup of new DevOps Test and QA HashiCorp Vault cluster for PKI and IAM.
- Configuration and testing of automated patching based on CVSS score, SIEM-integrated CVEs.
- Use of Nexpose and InsightVM to scan vulnerability events in network, host, container and application.
- Design and implementation of secure and scalable AWS architectures including VPC, EC2, S3, RDS and Route53 and similar setups on Azure and GCP.
- Automated system provisioning and deployment using CloudFormation templates.
- Configuration of IAM roles, policies and permissions to ensure secure access control.
- Patch management, backup automation and disaster recovery setup on AWS infrastructure.
- Monitoring and optimization of system performance using AWS CloudWatch and AWS Trusted Advisor.
- Support of VMware services (vSphere, Aria, Horizon) and the virtual desktop environment.
- Development and maintenance of CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD and AWS CodePipeline with interface to Nutanix.
- Configuration of AWS CloudWatch to monitor application performance and system events.
- Planning and execution of migration of on-premises applications to AWS cloud platforms.
- Deployment of containerized applications using Docker and Kubernetes in AWS environments.
- Deployment of internal software packages between availability zones using AWS CodeDeploy.
- Building and deploying ML models using Scikit-learn, XGBoost and Spark MLlib including hyperparameter tuning, model evaluation and production deployment.
Peter Scheitterer
Last position:
IT Project Manager at PAS Provider for Hospital
Overall responsibility for managing a clinical digitization project in a regulated hospital environment.
Design and implementation of a patient call and management system (PASO) for the orthopedics department of a large hospital.
- Project management, planning, and control
- Process analysis and optimization, and managing implementation and rollout
- Coordination with clinical departments, IT, and external service providers
- Ensuring integration into existing IT and process landscapes
Project scope: 310 person-days, team size: 21 members.
Emil Simedrea
Last position:
IT Project Manager at Eurowings Aviation GmbH
- The project aimed to reduce the scope of the annual PCI DSS audit and increase security in credit card payments.
- Credit card payments were tokenized and data and business processes adjusted so that no personal data was used in the internal IT infrastructure.
- Tools: MS Office, Jira, Confluence, draw.io, Miro, Scrum.
- Designed the tokenization of credit card payments.
- Clarified necessary changes to the architecture and data model.
- Designed and implemented process changes in the call center.
- Prepared management documentation on project status, decisions required, risks and escalations.
Leonid Ravin
Last position:
IT Business Analyst / Requirements Engineer at S-Payment GmbH / Sparkasse (DSV-Gruppe)
- Business analysis of payments for the introduction of Wero EPI in Germany.
- Analysis and optimization of merchant processes in the context of acquiring and issuing.
- Analysis of interfaces for instant payments.
- Analysis of SCT-Inst processes, settlement mechanisms and reporting processes.
- Identification and clarification of gaps in merchant processes.
- Analysis and documentation of clearing and settlement processes.
- OSPlus process analysis and documentation.
- Coordination and alignment with scheme management as well as various payment service providers and financial institutions on merchant processes.
- Preparation and follow-up as well as active participation in EPI meetings on technical coordination and regulatory topics in payments, including content familiarization and prioritization.
- Preparation and documentation of project and steering committees in the EPI environment.
- Creation of status reports for the subproject.
- Maintenance and structuring of Confluence pages for project documentation.
- Coordination and alignment with the issuing teams on individual customer processes as well as aligning with bank processes and acquirer processes in the Wero environment.
- Communication with payment service providers regarding merchant and bank processes in the Wero environment.
- Organizational support for project management in special tasks in the EPI and Wero environment.
- Digital filing and documentation in Confluence and Microsoft Teams.
- Planning, implementation and tracking of work packages and steps.
- Quality assurance and project control.
- Consulting on IT strategy, IT architecture and interface management in the EPI and Wero environment.
- Technical environment: Jira, Confluence, XML, JSON, MS Office (Word, Excel, Teams, PowerPoint), SharePoint, Draw.io, Innovator, 3rd-level support, ITIL, creation and updating of software documentation, interface management, OSPlus, Scrum, KYC, payment, European Payments Initiative (EPI), Wero, Microsoft Loop, Instant Payments, SCT-Inst.
Abdullah Abdullah
Last position:
Technical Program Manager - IT & Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) at Maxon Computer GmbH (a Nemetschek Company)
Led cross-functional compliance and IT programs spanning infrastructure, security, legal, and executive stakeholders, ensuring audit readiness and regulatory alignment.
Acted as single point of ownership for IT governance and CSR programs, defining scope, milestones, risks, and success metrics.
Partnered directly with VP of IT as a governance and control counterpart, supporting security incidents, compliance posture (ISO 27001, GDPR, SOC 2), and executive reporting.
Supported organizational readiness for emerging EU regulations, including the EU Cyber Resilience Act (CRA) and EU AI Act, by analyzing regulatory requirements, identifying governance and compliance impacts, and aligning internal policies and control processes.
Designed and scaled data collection and reporting processes for CSR and regulatory reporting across group and subsidiary level.
Drove process improvements and standardization, increasing transparency, predictability, and audit readiness.
Technologies and tools: Office 365 Power BI, MS SharePoint, MS Word, MS Excel, MS Teams, Zendesk, Confluence, JIRA, Vanta.
Falk Wieland
Last position:
SVP IT & Organisation / Deputy SVP Finance & Controlling Infrastructure at B+S Card Service / Payone
- Modernised post-merger regulated payment-processing infrastructure (KRITIS).
- Established cloud-enabled platform and ensured PCI and regulatory compliance.
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Statistics of experts using PCI DSS
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
20 years
Position duration
1.5 years
Positions per freelancer
16
Top business areas
Information Technology, Project Management, Operations
Top industries
Information Technology, Banking and Finance, Healthcare
Certification focus areas
Information Technology, Project Management, Operations
Bachelor's degree or higher
100%
Master's degree or higher
50%
Doctorate
17%
Certifications per freelancer
5
Most common languages
German, English, Hindi
Speak two or more languages
86%
Based on our profile pool as of 30 Aug 2026.
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Average rates of experts in Frankfurt using PCI DSS
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About the technology
What PCI DSS covers
PCI DSS, the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard, sets the controls for systems that store, process, or transmit card data. It is central to payment security work in e-commerce, retail, finance, travel, and any service that handles cardholder data.
Common delivery work
- Gap assessments against PCI DSS requirements
- Scope reduction and segmentation support
- Policies, evidence, and audit preparation
- Logging, vulnerability, and access control checks
- Remediation planning after findings
Skills that matter
Strong PCI DSS specialists know security architecture, cloud and network controls, and the way card data flows through applications and vendors. They should translate technical findings into clear compliance steps and work well with internal security, operations, and risk teams.
Tooling and evidence
PCI DSS work often touches scanners, SIEMs, ticketing systems, cloud security tools, and documentation repositories. Good professionals know how to collect clean evidence, track exceptions, and map controls to the right requirement without creating noise for the team.
When freelancers help
Companies bring in outside experts when an assessment is approaching, a new payment flow changes scope, or an internal team needs a second review. In Frankfurt, this often fits teams that work across local and international stakeholders and need clear communication in English and German.
What good work looks like
A strong specialist is practical, precise, and calm under review. They understand PCI DSS, but they also know how to make fixes work in real systems, with minimal disruption and a clear trail for auditors and stakeholders.
Frequently asked questions
Curious about PCI DSS? Here are the answers that come up again and again.
PCI DSS is used to protect payment card data wherever it is stored, processed, or transmitted. Companies use it to shape security controls, reduce exposure, and prove that their payment environment is managed in a disciplined way.
PCI DSS is the standard itself, while PCI compliance is the state of meeting its requirements. People often use the terms interchangeably, but a good specialist will separate the standard, the assessment process, and the evidence needed to show compliance.
PCI DSS is much more specific to cardholder data and payment environments than ISO 27001 or SOC 2. It focuses on defined technical and operational controls, so companies often need specialists who understand payment flows rather than broad security policy alone.
A strong PCI DSS specialist usually knows network segmentation, access management, vulnerability handling, logging, and cloud security. For application-heavy environments, experience with payment gateways, tokenization, and system diagrams is also valuable.
A PCI DSS project often needs more than checklist knowledge, especially if scope is unclear or evidence is scattered. If the work includes remediation, vendor reviews, or an assessment response, companies usually want someone who has handled real compliance pressure before.
Yes, much of PCI DSS work can be done remotely because it relies on documentation, interviews, reviews, and evidence collection. On-site time can still help when teams need workshops, access to sensitive environments, or direct work with local stakeholders in Frankfurt.
A good PCI DSS expert explains scope clearly, asks about data flows early, and turns findings into concrete actions. Look for someone who can connect requirement language to real systems, produce audit-ready evidence, and communicate without jargon.
They usually want to know where card data flows, which systems are in scope, and what evidence already exists. They also ask whether the expert can work with internal security, IT, and external assessors, especially when the environment spans Frankfurt and other locations.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Frankfurt, Germany who have used PCI DSS in their recent projects is 107 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 854 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Frankfurt, Germany who have used PCI DSS in their recent projects, 100% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 50% hold at least a Master's degree, and 17% hold a doctorate.
On average, freelancers in Frankfurt, Germany who have used PCI DSS in their recent projects have 20 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 1.5 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Frankfurt, Germany who have used PCI DSS in their recent projects are German (100%), English (86%), and Hindi (14%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Frankfurt, Germany who have used PCI DSS in their recent projects are Information Technology (100%), Banking and Finance (86%), and Healthcare (57%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Frankfurt, Germany who have used PCI DSS in their recent projects are Information Technology (100%), Project Management (100%), and Operations (86%).
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