Dirk Meissner
Security Matter Expert and GRC Senior Consultant
Erfahrungen
Mai 2024 - Dez. 2025
8 Monaten Deutschland
Project Lead
BMW Group
Background:
- Sulzer is the DevOps partner of BMW for the Aftersales Online System.
- BMW requested an experienced project lead to support the DevOps team with 30 members.
Tasks:
- Lead the DevOps Team
- Bridgehead to BMW for all topics
- Bridgehead to Dev partners in Germany and India
Achievements (so far):
- Establish PIC process to reduce number of tickets and escalations
- Create inter-team communication between the 5 different teams in Germany and India
- Increase customer satisfaction index from 2 to 4 (on a scale of 5)
Jan. 2022 - Dez. 2026
3 Jahren Deutschland
OpsSec Security Consultant
BMW Group
Background:
- BMW Group provides B2B and B2C services like CarData, FleetData, or Catena X via AWS cloud apps.
Tasks:
- Define security concept for all relevant applications running on the platform.
- Connect applications to BMW central SOC / Splunk.
- Regular Pen tests, IAST / SAST / DAST scans.
- Assure compliance with BMW regulations.
Achievements (so far):
- Security KPI of over 95% achieved.
- Compliance KPI of over 90% achieved.
Dez. 2022 - Aug. 2023
9 Monaten Deutschland
Interim CISO EMEA
Evident Scientific GmbH
Background:
- Evident Scientific is a spin-off from Olympus.
- During 2022 the carve-out was prepared and executed end of 2022.
Tasks:
- Interim CISO for EMEA
Achievements:
- Defined PPP Framework
- IT-risk register EMEA established.
- UK Cyber Essentials certificate accomplished
- ISO 27001:2022 Maturity Assessment conducted.
Jan. 2021 - Bis heute
3 Jahren 4 MonatenSecurity Consultant
DCSO GmbH
Background:
- DCSO conducts the Cloud Vendor Assessments (CVA) for VW, BASF, Bayer and Allianz.
- All cloud-based solutions that shall be used, need to pass a CVA.
Tasks:
- Cloud Vendor Assessments (CVA) based on DCSO defined security domains (NIST/ISO)
Achievements:
- Conducted successful over 10 assessments in 2022
- Conducted successful over 10 assessments in 2023.
Okt. 2021 - Jan. 2022
4 Monaten Deutschland
Cyber Security Consultant
Bechtle AG
Background:
- New Board of the Bechtle Hosting and Operations GmbH wanted to get an ISO 27001 and BSI C5 Maturity Level assessment.
Tasks:
- Conduct ISO 27001:2021 control assessment.
- Conduct BSI C5 control assessment.
- Define risk-based technical and organizational measurements to improve overall Cyber Security maturity level and resilience.
Achievements:
- Final report created and presented to the Board and CISO.
Zusammenfassung
As a seasoned Security Matter Expert and GRC Senior Consultant, I specialize in delivering robust security strategies, compliance solutions, and operational excellence. With extensive experience across industries like automotive, scientific, and IT services, I excel in leading complex projects, ensuring regulatory compliance, and enhancing cybersecurity maturity.
Key achievements include driving a 95% security KPI and 90% compliance KPI for BMW’s AWS cloud apps, securing ISO 27001:2022 maturity assessments, and achieving UK Cyber Essentials certification. I’ve successfully led DevOps teams, reduced escalations, and improved customer satisfaction indices. My expertise spans security concepts, SOC integrations, risk assessments, and cloud vendor evaluations for major enterprises like VW, BASF, and Allianz.
Certified across ISACA, Cisco, Microsoft, and TÜV-Süd, I bring a comprehensive skill set to every engagement, ensuring measurable improvements in security posture, compliance, and operational resilience.
Sprachen
Deutsch
Muttersprache
Englisch
Verhandlungssicher
Französisch
Verhandlungssicher
Chinesisch
Grundkenntnisse
Thailändisch
Grundkenntnisse
Ausbildung
Okt. 1993 - Juni 1994
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Technical College Certificate · Finance & Controlling · Deutschland
Zertifikate & Bescheinigungen
TÜV-Süd KRITIS Prüfverfahrenskompetenz §8a (3) BSIG
TÜV-Süd
UK Cyber Essentials
Evident Scientific
ISACA Certified Data Privacy Solution Engineer (CDPSE)
ISACA
TÜV-Süd Data Privacy Officer (DSB-TÜV)
TÜV-Süd
ISACA Certified Information System Auditor (CISA)
ISACA
ISACA Cyber Security Practitioner
ISACA
ISACA IT-Risk Practitioner
ISACA
BMW Security Manager Projects (SMP)
BMW
ISACA IT-Governance and Compliance Practitioner
ISACA
RSA Certified RSA ACE Engineer
RSA
Cisco CCIE
Cisco
Cisco CCNA
Cisco
Cisco CCNP
Cisco
Microsoft MCP
Microsoft
Microsoft MCSE
Microsoft
Microsoft MCT
Microsoft
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