SNMP Experts in Germany
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Christian R
Last position:
Project Manager Outlook and Teams Rollout at BWI
- Gathering information
- Creating wave concepts for the rollout
- Coordinating employees
- Monitoring and steering measures
- Project management including analyses & reporting to the board
- Creating instructions and requirement specifications
- Training floorwalkers
- On-site rollout support
- VIP support
- Introducing SharePoint
Karlheinz Götz
Last position:
Consultant / Test Analyst / Supporter at Insurance office, Spaichingen
Project: Process optimization & IT support in an insurance broker office.
Project activities:
- Analysis of processes and definition of requirements
- Consulting for the implementation of a cloud solution (soho)
- Installation and verification of new infrastructure HW
- Cloud installation & configuration
- Definition and creation of use cases
- Performing user acceptance tests (UAT)
- User training / training
- IT support (cloud, PC, server, printer, network)
Label: Insurance, infrastructure, configuration, training, support
Markus Blohm
Last position:
Consultant, Technical Project Manager at Lanxess
- Project: ESU Windows and SQL Server consolidation / Configuration Management in ServiceNow
- Creation of an as-is analysis of all servers worldwide
- Creation of an as-is analysis of all SQL servers worldwide
- Creation of requirements analyses for SQL and server migrations
- Coordination of requirements with partners for migrations to Hyper-V (on-premises) or Azure Cloud
- Moderation of jour fixe meetings
- Creation of roadmaps and solution models for server migrations
- Setup of test scenarios
- Moderation of workshops for the introduction of a Global Admin Team
- Creation of data models (CMDB) in ServiceNow
- Conducting workshops for the CMDB data model
- Creation of solution models for the CMDB
- Creation of seamless configuration and work documentation for the CMDB
- Creation of reports for license management
- Creation of KPIs for data quality in ServiceNow
- Creation of a service catalog
- Moderation of workshops for creating service requests
- Interface between needs analysis and ServiceNow development team
- Systems used: Windows 7, Windows 10, Microsoft Office 365/2010, Windows Server 20xx, SQL Server 20xx, SharePoint, Azure Cloud, Hyper-V, ServiceNow, various tools
Florian Krebs
Last position:
LAN Planner at Global Network AG
- As-is assessment of the current network infrastructure and its documentation, including on-site inspections
- Independent planning of new distribution and main distribution rooms in the individual district offices (components used, rack layout, connectivity), considering the BSI IT-Grundschutz and InfoSic requirements
- Planning of new copper and fiber optic cabling, including patch panels
- Coordination with building services engineering (TGA) to ensure compliance with relevant on-site requirements
- Development of detailed execution plans and high-level concepts for the rollout of the new infrastructure
- Additional support after the components go live (hypercare phase)
- Regular communication with project management and client stakeholders
Jens Schneeweiß
Last position:
Network Technology at ISP, Internet Service Provider, BGP Peering
- Optimization of the transmission media of the data links in the Ruhr area
- Configuration/expansion of switches and routers for an autonomous system AS
- Improve the network protocols used Layer 2/3 (OSI model), RSTP, broadcast, etc.
- Laying cables, crimping, antennas, routers, switches
- Maintenance, expansion, selection and prioritization of troubleshooting measures for network monitoring (PRTG, The Dude)
- Organization and new connection of another BGP peering, data center, NGN fiber optic
- VPN IPSec site connections for 6 sites with PFSense, Fritzbox
- Configuration of WLAN devices (Mikrotik, UBNT
Label: TCP/IP, VLAN, BGP, OSPF, MPLS, VPLS, routing protocols, WLAN, EoIP, PPPoE, routing, SNMP, DHCP, DNS, NAT, native IP, VLAN, Ethernet, VoIP., switches and routers from: Nortel, Cisco, MikroTik, UBNT., network management systems: The Dude, PRTG, UISP
Hendrik Wagner
Last position:
Software Test and Maintenance Support at Anton Paar ProveTec GmbH
- Add/create test specifications
- Conduct regression tests
- Conduct release tests
- Analyze Jira tickets
- Identify software defects and fix them with C#
Ulf Haase
Last position:
Configuration Manager (Interim) at In-house Development
- Requirements analysis and replacement of local SharePoint as CMDB with open source NetBox to prepare for deploying Cisco ACI (SD-WAN) with Microsoft Azure
- Coordination with systems like Checkmk and Grasp
- Introduction and coordination of cmdbsyncer as CMDB data hub; further development of the syncer with Kuhn & Ruess GmbH
- Implementation of SNMPv3 on AIX LPAR/VIO, Linux, Windows, SAN/storage, network components (Cisco switches, F5 load balancers, Palo Alto and CheckPoint firewalls, iLO boards)
- Deployment and further development of the network scanner JDisc in cooperation with the vendor (Utimaco HSMs, Linux detection)
- Integration of NetBox, JDisc, and cmdbsyncer into the infrastructure using Docker containers
- End-user training: preparation, creation of materials, and delivery
- Creation of data flow and network diagrams
- Population and planning of IPv4/IPv6 with NetBox including VLAN import
- Dual-stack setup of servers and clients with IPv4 and IPv6
- Connection of REST interfaces for Checkmk, JDisc, vSphere, HMC, i-doit, NetBox Software: Confluence, Jira, MS Office 365, Teams, i-doit, NetBox, JDisc, cmdbsyncer, DB Visualizer, vSphere, HMC
Alex Volnov
Last position:
CTO, Co-Founder, Cryptography(incl. Post-Quantum Cryptography) and AI Security Expertise at AISLEIPNIR
- Integration of Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) algorithms into high level protocols.
- Security of implementations of Post-Quantum Cryptography algorithms.
- Transition to Post-Quantum public key infrastructures.
- Security evaluations of Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) primitives.
- Drone Cybersecurity
- Satellite Cybersecurity
- AI Security
Frank Bergmann
Last position:
System Engineer at Frequentis Comsoft
- Migrate company software to RHEL10
- Development in Bash, Python, C, Ansible
Mustafa Kederoglu
Last position:
Senior Network Design and Engineer at Helaba
Designed and specified the technical network integration of a new business-critical application system (MUREX) in the capital markets area in a complex interface and outsourcing environment.
Created component specifications, a catalog of measures and an implementation plan.
Ensured proper integration of the developed results in line with the bank’s framework: IT compliance, IT security, change and release management.
Selected and integrated a new service provider for the bank; moved critical bank applications to the provider.
Designed, implemented and supported the new Cisco network and Fortinet security setup at the service provider data center.
Acted as technical interface between the bank, service providers and consulting partners.
Supported and further developed the network and security infrastructure (clients, servers, networks); performed error analysis and implemented solutions within agreed service levels.
Analyzed and diagnosed all security and network failures, glitches and malfunctions.
Initiated continuous improvements to ensure efficient resource use and acceptable response times for users.
Provided network support in a financial services organization and prepared operational changes on production banking network infrastructure for both large and small projects within strict change management discipline.
Designed, defined, tested, governed and improved engineering standards.
Performed the role of network architect for medium to large projects involving team resources.
Michael Stannek
Last position:
Application Operations at Hausbank
- Configuration and expansion of monitoring
- Setup of a monitoring test instance and inclusion of Windows and Linux servers
- Creation of documentation for the checkmk environment
- Handover to operations
- Administration, installation, documentation
- IT environment: Windows Server 2019, Ubuntu Server, Checkmk
Konstantinos Metaxas
Last position:
IT-Fly Specialist – Global Rollout at Lufthansa Group
Plan & Prepare (Site Design & Readiness): Inventory & Design: Dell PowerEdge R-Series, Aruba switches (L2/L3), notebooks/peripherals; serials/asset tags, IPv4/IPv6 addressing, VLAN-/DHCP-/DNS plan
Runbooks/MOPs: site rollout runbook, backout strategy (<15–30 min), risk register, communication matrix; approvals via CAB/change
Images/Packages: Golden Image (Win10/11), driver packs, BIOS/UEFI baseline; O365/Teams/OneDrive KFM; BitLocker policies; MECM/SCCM, Intune/Autopilot, MDT/WinPE
Logistics: shipping/customs clearance, RMA/DOA, on-site spares; tools (barcode scanner, label printer), "Go-Bag" (cables, SFPs, console cables)
Deliver (on-site implementation): End devices: swap & migration (USMT/OneDrive KFM), peripherals (ATB/BT printers, scanners, boarding gate hardware); domain join, compliance checks, O365 activation, printers/queues, network drives
Acceptance: functional tests for DCS/CUTE/CUPPS/CUSS stations, ticketing/check-in workflows, boarding gates
Server (R-Series): rack & stack, cabling (PDU redundancy, fiber/copper), labeling/naming; firmware/RAID (PERC), Lifecycle Controller, iDRAC network; Windows Server 2022/2025 + CIS/BSI hardening; agents (backup/AV/EDR/monitoring), time service/NTP auth, Syslog/SNMPv3
Network (Aruba): VLANs, LACP trunks, MSTP root; PortFast + BPDU Guard at the edge; QoS (EF/AF); dual stack (v4/v6), DHCP relay. NAC/802.1X with ClearPass/Radius/TACACS+, roles + MAB fallback; guest isolation, ACLs (Guest→Mgmt deny). Telemetry: sFlow, SNMPv3, Syslog→SIEM; LLDP→inventory/CMDB
Airport specifics: CUTE/CUPPS/CUSS terminals; DCS/Amadeus/SITA connectivity; FIDS (read-only); bag tag/boarding pass printing; changes in off-peak/night windows
Stabilize (hypercare): first-day support, KPI tracking (login times, ticket volume, error classes), QoS fine-tuning
Troubleshooting: Wireshark/iperf, event logs, switch counters, sFlow flows; fast incident handling as SPOC
Knowledge transfer: short training sessions for station teams, mini-runbooks (fault/recovery)
Close (documentation & handover): docs & CMDB: final configs (switch/server), topology/patch plans, IP tables, serial/asset lists, before/after photos
Acceptance & sign-off: UAT protocols, functional evidence (use cases), return/reuse of old hardware
Lessons learned: risks, standard packages, driver freeze, "known issues"
Interfaces/communication: station IT, airport IT, SOC/NOC, ground ops/ramp/check-in, provider (SITA/Amadeus). ITSM: ServiceNow (Inc/Req/Change/KB), handover to BAU
Luca Pacor
Last position:
ERP Program Manager at Fiserv
The client is undergoing a comprehensive transformation. All SAP ECC landscapes worldwide are being migrated to SAP S/4HANA, with the goal of introducing a global standard template.
The program also includes the migration and modernization initiative "RISE with SAP", which may involve migrating selected country installations to the SAP Private Cloud.
On the stakeholder side, the program's reporting line extends up to the company's board and the implementation partner's board.
Fiserv Germany's ERP landscape currently includes several non-standard SAP tools and applications that extend the ECC environment's functionality and often integrate with downstream systems. As part of the move to SAP S/4HANA, it is essential to assess the core functionality, integration points, and future viability of these applications to determine their alignment with the target architecture.
The focus of the role is to provide expert advice and assessment to define the scope, strategy, and roadmap for migrating Fiserv Germany's SAP ECC system to SAP S/4HANA.
SAP's recommended best practices are followed, and a structured approach is used to ensure a smooth transition with minimal disruption while maximizing business value.
This assessment forms the basis for a successful SAP S/4HANA transformation, ensuring alignment with industry best practices, regulatory compliance, and future scalability.
Migration strategy definition – evaluating available transition approaches based on business objectives, technical feasibility, and SAP best practices.
Technical readiness assessment – conducting a system analysis to assess compatibility, custom code impact, data volume management, integration points, and infrastructure readiness for SAP S/4HANA.
Business process impact analysis – reviewing the latest business process documentation to define the scope and effort needed to implement required functions in SAP S/4HANA and identify process optimization opportunities.
Roadmap for non-SAP systems and applications – evaluating third-party and legacy applications for SAP S/4HANA integration and recommending consolidation, migration, or replacement strategies.
Deployment & implementation planning – defining a phased rollout approach, including project timelines, risk mitigation strategies, and key milestones aligned with business priorities.
The transformation is carried out in phases: the discovery phase leads to the explore phase, which then leads to the design phase and finally to the implementation phase.
Program management
Change management
Requirements management
Transition management
Stakeholder management
Risk management
Comprehensive coordination
André Görst
Last position:
IT Consulting Project Management / Engineering Subproject Management at T-Systems (on assignment for government agencies)
- Projects for federal networks (NdB).
- CR management, EoL change requests, design and documentation according to ITSCM.
- Data center planning.
- Project management and engineering subproject management.
- Software development for virtual server environments according to BSI.
Andreas Zimmermann
Last position:
ITSM Consultant at Industrial company / Global IT division
- Designed and implemented a new user support tower organization as part of the global IT transformation initiative.
- Created an operating and control model for the central service desk, including downstream support units (field service, VIP support, service points).
- Performed a comprehensive as-is analysis of existing service desk and field service structures and developed a target architecture based on ITIL 4 and SIAM.
- Defined roles, responsibilities, and governance mechanisms for internal IT and external providers.
- Prepared the blueprint document Service Management & Governance Handbook (User Support) to standardize global service processes (incident, request, problem, change, knowledge, ITSCM, CSI).
- Developed a KPI and SLA framework to measure service quality and performance in global user support.
- Defined the reporting and review structure (operations meeting, service review meeting, management steering board).
- Prepared RFP documents for the external tendering of L1/L2 support services, including definition of scope, governance model, process requirements, tool integration (ServiceNow), and KPI/SLA sets.
- Supported procurement and legal departments in evaluating and negotiating vendor proposals and assisted in vendor selection and contract finalization.
- Oversaw the handover to operational support, including knowledge transfer, training of provider teams, and establishment of a continuous improvement process (CSI).
- Methods / framework / tools: ITIL 4 / ITSM, SIAM, IT4IT, ServiceNow, Jira, BPMN, operating model canvas, KPI & SLA design, governance & performance management
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Statistics of experts using SNMP
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
30 years
Position duration
3.7 years
Positions per freelancer
23
Top business areas
Information Technology, Project Management, Operations
Top industries
Information Technology, Telecommunication, Manufacturing
Certification focus areas
Information Technology, Project Management, Operations
Bachelor's degree or higher
65%
Master's degree or higher
50%
Doctorate
8%
Certifications per freelancer
5
Most common languages
German, English, French
Speak two or more languages
100%
Based on our profile pool as of 30 Aug 2026.
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Average rates of experts in Germany using SNMP
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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.
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
SNMP in practice
SNMP is the standard protocol for watching network devices and collecting status data from routers, switches, firewalls, servers, printers, and storage systems. Strong specialists use it to expose uptime, bandwidth, interface errors, temperature, and other operating signals that help teams keep infrastructure stable.
Core building blocks
SNMP work is usually built around agents, managers, traps, polling, and MIB files. Specialists need to know how OIDs map to device metrics, how communities or user-based access is set up, and how to keep checks light enough for production networks.
Typical deliverables
- Device monitoring design and naming standards
- MIB discovery and metric mapping
- Trap handling and alert routing
- Polling schedules and threshold tuning
- Documentation for operations teams
Where companies need help
Teams bring in freelance SNMP experts when monitoring gaps block reliable operations, when a new vendor device must be added, or when alert noise hides real faults. This is common in telecom, industrial networks, data centers, and enterprise IT, including distributed environments across Germany where local coordination and remote support often need to work together.
What strong specialists know
Good professionals understand device quirks, vendor MIBs, secure SNMPv3 setup, and how to trace missing or misleading values. They also know how to read packet captures, validate traps, and keep the monitoring layer simple so other tools can use the data cleanly.
Common project scope
SNMP assignments often cover auditing existing monitoring, fixing broken polls, adding new assets, and aligning alerts with real operating needs. Some projects focus on legacy systems that still rely on SNMP, while others connect it to modern observability stacks or replace fragile scripts with clearer device checks.
Frequently asked questions
Not sure where to start with SNMP? These answers cover the essentials.
SNMP is used to monitor and manage network devices such as routers, switches, firewalls, servers, printers, and storage systems. It helps teams read device status, traffic, errors, and health signals without logging into every unit by hand.
SNMP is lighter and more universal than many agent-heavy or application-specific tools, which is why it remains common in infrastructure monitoring. It is not a full observability stack, so many teams use it alongside logs, metrics, and tracing tools rather than as a replacement.
Bring in a SNMP specialist when polls fail, alerts are noisy, traps are missing, or new hardware must be integrated into monitoring. It is also useful when you need to standardize MIB mapping across many vendors or clean up an old setup that nobody fully understands.
A strong SNMP professional usually knows network fundamentals, MIB and OID mapping, trap handling, and secure access with SNMPv3. Packet analysis, device vendor knowledge, and experience with monitoring systems are also important because the protocol is only one part of the task.
Not every SNMP task needs a very senior specialist, but the work does need someone who has done similar device monitoring before. Small jobs like adding a few devices may be straightforward, while security setup, enterprise standardization, or multi-vendor troubleshooting usually need deeper experience.
Yes, most SNMP work can be done remotely because configuration, testing, and monitoring review are usually access-based. On-site time can help when physical hardware, local network segments, or sensitive operations require direct coordination, especially in larger environments across Germany.
A good SNMP specialist explains device coverage, polling logic, trap flow, and alert thresholds in plain language. Look for clear MIB handling, secure SNMPv3 practices, clean documentation, and the ability to show how a monitoring issue was traced to its source.
Yes, SNMP is still relevant because many devices expose their most reliable health data through it. Modern tools often collect and display that data, but the underlying protocol remains important for hardware monitoring, legacy systems, and mixed vendor environments.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Germany who have used SNMP in their recent projects is 105 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 837 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Germany who have used SNMP in their recent projects, 65% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 50% hold at least a Master's degree, and 8% hold a doctorate.
On average, freelancers in Germany who have used SNMP in their recent projects have 30 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 3.7 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Germany who have used SNMP in their recent projects are German (100%), English (100%), and French (28%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Germany who have used SNMP in their recent projects are Information Technology (91%), Telecommunication (72%), and Manufacturing (63%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Germany who have used SNMP in their recent projects are Information Technology (100%), Project Management (91%), and Operations (81%).
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