Andreas Ilias - Cyber Security Expert

Q: Where is Andreas based?

Andreas is based in Frankfurt am Main, Germany and can operate in on-site , hybrid , and remote work models.

Q: What languages does Andreas speak?

Andreas speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced) .

Q: How many years of experience does Andreas have?

Andreas has at least 16 years of experience. During this time, Andreas has worked in at least 11 different roles and for 9 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 5 months . Note that Andreas may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Andreas's latest experience?

Andreas's most recent position is AI Solution Architect at Adler Group S.A. .

Q: What companies has Andreas worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Andreas has worked for Adler Group S.A. , Bundesnetzagentur , Provadis Bildung und Beratung GmbH , Immonify GmbH , HSBC Continental Europe, and Germany .

Q: Which industries is Andreas most experienced in?

Andreas is most experienced in industries like Banking and Finance , Education , and Information Technology (IT) . Andreas also has some experience in Professional Services , Transportation and Logistics , and Telecommunication .

Q: Which business areas is Andreas most experienced in?

Andreas is most experienced in business areas like Information Technology (IT) , Operations , and Project Management . Andreas also has some experience in Strategy and Planning , Business Intelligence , and Quality Assurance (QA) .

Q: Which industries has Andreas worked in recently?

Andreas has recently worked in industries like Education , Information Technology (IT) , and Professional Services .

Q: Which business areas has Andreas worked in recently?

Andreas has recently worked in business areas like Information Technology (IT) , Operations , and Strategy and Planning .

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Frankfurt am Main, Germany

Experience

Mar 2025 - Dec 2025

10 months

Remote

AI Solution Architect

Adler Group S.A.

Analysis of existing tax and business processes related to the manual handling of incoming tax documents
Planning, conception, design, and architecture of an AI-based solution for identifying, analyzing, and extracting data from tax documents
Process design and development of a fault-tolerant, AI-driven tool (Active Pieces, Microsoft SharePoint, workflows) for fully automated tax document processing
Implementation of a secure, multi-tenant data exchange mechanism for a range of OpCo/PropCo subsidiaries
Integration with Microsoft Office SharePoint 365 for automated capture, grouping, and filtering of all processed tax documents
Implementation of notification mechanisms for automatic stakeholder alerts when new tax documents are processed
Programmatic preparation of payment information for efficient settlement of tax liabilities
Development of a tax compliance business intelligence dashboard with Microsoft Power BI to provide transparency into the tax situation

Feb 2024 - Present

2 years 1 month

Germany

Hybrid

Cybersecurity Expert Assessor

Bundesnetzagentur

External cybersecurity assessor for the accreditation of notified bodies under the EU Radio Equipment Directive 2014/53/EU
Reviewing and evaluating documents, documentation, policies, process descriptions, and procedures
Conducting technical discussions with management and technical leads of notified bodies
Identifying and assessing information security management processes and personnel cybersecurity competencies
Preparing objective reports on the technical suitability of cybersecurity compliance assessments

Jan 2022 - Present

4 years 2 months

Frankfurt, Germany

Hybrid

Freelance IT Consultant (Cybersecurity Trainer)

Provadis Bildung und Beratung GmbH

Teaching basics, drivers, benefits, and roles in information security
Introducing information security management systems (ISMS) and data protection (New BDSG, GDPR)
Teaching national and international cybersecurity frameworks and standards (ISO/IEC 27001:2022, BSI IT Baseline Protection)
Conducting hands-on exercises in a virtual lab with Kali Linux, Metasploit Framework, Armitage, Nmap, and Hashcat
Extending the Metasploit framework by implementing additional payloads using Python modules
Leading group work to develop and present relevant cyberattacks to raise cyber awareness

May 2021 - Present

4 years 10 months

Founder and Managing Director

Immonify GmbH

Developing and establishing InfoSec management reporting, business development, strategy, architecture, and DevOps
Implementing and operating InfoSec management systems
Providing support and consulting on information security management and business continuity

Apr 2021 - Dec 2024

3 years 9 months

Düsseldorf, Germany

Hybrid

Cybersecurity Project Manager DLP

HSBC Continental Europe, Germany

Planning, designing, implementing, migrating, and commissioning a complex Data Loss Prevention (DLP) infrastructure
Implementing email, web, and USB monitoring as well as data-at-rest scans with Broadcom/Symantec
Upgrading the SIEM solution IBM Resilient/SOAR to handle DLP cases
Developing an automation solution using REST API to transfer DLP events between the DLP system and SIEM
Building a SharePoint DLP site for collaboration with stakeholders and requesting DLP services
Implementing Identity & Access Management concepts and RBAC
Creating and implementing new DLP policies to meet information security and control requirements
Acting in the interim IT service owner role with product and security upgrades and roll-outs

Nov 2020 - Feb 2021

4 months

Nuremberg, Germany

Remote

Vulnerability Program Manager

ADIDAS AG

Analysis and assessment of information security vulnerabilities in web & mobile
Maturity assessment and tracking of remediation processes for vulnerability fixes
Coordination of vulnerability remediation, risk assessments and reporting in JIRA and EazyBI
Creation of security management KPI dashboards and collaboration with penetration testing and application teams

Sep 2020 - Mar 2024

3 years 7 months

Idstein, Germany

Remote

IT Security Lecturer

Hochschule Fresenius GmbH

Introduction to information security: basics, drivers and benefits, roles and responsibilities
Teaching ISO/IEC 27001, IT Security Act (IT-SiG 2.0), KRITIS regulation and BaFin BAIT
Auditing management systems: internal and external audits, audit program management
Lecturing on cybersecurity terminologies, governance, risk & compliance
Designing, creating and grading exam papers for the BSc in Business Informatics

May 2015 - Dec 2018

3 years 8 months

Eschborn, Germany

Hybrid

Cybersecurity Project Lead ISM Reporting & Security Operations Specialist

Deutsche Bank AG

Supporting organization-wide InfoSec governance activities and transforming the group-wide information security reporting
Strategically aligning the internal ISMS metric system with corporate goals, regulations and policies
Introducing change management and access management processes
Building a central SharePoint collaboration and reporting platform using MS SharePoint, Power BI and SAP BusinessObjects
Designing and implementing an automation solution with VBA for Excel and PowerPoint
Leading development projects for reporting tools and databases
Advising on implementing a global disk encryption solution and automated reporting mechanisms for privileged access
Developing compliance reports for vulnerability and patch management

Apr 2011 - May 2015

4 years 2 months

Eschborn, Germany

Hybrid

Test and Quality Manager

Deutsche Bank AG

Unifying and standardizing test processes and building a globally distributed VDI test infrastructure
Planning, executing and leading global user acceptance tests
Developing automated reports and generic test scripts for various platforms
Coordinating software release implementations and serving as interface between engineering teams, release & deployment management
Functional testing of IT security solutions (DLP, AV, USB, VPN, MDM, RAS, 2FA)
Building a regionally distributed and global UAT test community

Dec 2010 - Apr 2011

5 months

Frankfurt, Germany

On-site

Senior Server Administrator

Deutsche Bank AG

Coordinating and managing request-for-service processes in cooperation with service design, transition and operations
Reviewing service design packages and creating change requests
2nd level Windows Server support in a 24/7 European operation center (Frankfurt)
Event management, incident management and request fulfillment
Performing provisioning, maintenance and security patching activities
Print server administration and data recovery with Tivoli Storage Manager

Jul 2007 - Dec 2009

2 years 6 months

Frankfurt am Main, Germany

On-site

IT Specialist in System Integration

Deutsche Telekom AG

User helpdesk, 1st level support, roll-out and IMAC at T-Systems International and T-Mobile GmbH
Software distribution, Windows XP migration and hotfix security patching for about 300 end users
Coordination of external roll-out and support resources
Two-month internship abroad at DB Schenker Canada Ltd. in Toronto: 1st level support, Lotus Notes, Citrix, VPN remote access and print server administration
Design and implementation of a virtual testing infrastructure for internal training and testing purposes

Industries Experience

See where this freelancer has spent most of their professional time. Longer bars indicate deeper hands-on experience, while shorter ones reflect targeted or project-based work.

Experienced in Banking and Finance (11.5 years), Education (5.5 years), Information Technology (5 years), Professional Services (4 years), Transportation (2.5 years), and Telecommunication (2.5 years).

Banking and Finance

Education

Information Technology

Professional Services

Transportation

Telecommunication

Business Areas Experience

The graph below provides a cumulative view of the freelancer's experience across multiple business areas, calculated from completed and active engagements. It highlights the areas where the freelancer has most frequently contributed to planning, execution, and delivery of business outcomes.

Experienced in Information Technology (16 years), Operations (7.5 years), Project Management (7.5 years), Strategy (5 years), Business Intelligence (4.5 years), and Quality Assurance (4.5 years).

Information Technology

Operations

Project Management

Strategy

Business Intelligence

Quality Assurance

Summary

I bring extensive experience in cybersecurity, have developed innovative security solutions in various industries, and built complex IT security infrastructures. My focus is on analyzing and optimizing business processes, automating security-related workflows, and implementing demanding compliance requirements.

I have made significant contributions both as an assessor and as a project manager, and I hold numerous certifications that highlight my broad expertise. My practical approach and my ability to deliver secure and efficient solutions enable me to create sustainable value.

Skills

Infosec Management Reporting
Infosec Management Systems
Infosec Risk Management
Cybersecurity Regulation
It Process Automation
It Enterprise Governance
It Service Management
It Project Management
It Expert Reports
Information Security Management (Iso/iec 27001:2022)
Nist Cybersecurity Framework (Csf) 2.0
It Service Management (Iso/iec 20000:2011 / Itilv3)
Enterprise It Governance (Cobit5)
Requirements Engineering & Software Testing (Istqb)
Bait (Banking Supervisory Requirements For It | Bafin)
Nis2 (Network And Information Security | Eu-2022/2555)
Dora (Digital Operational Resilience Act | Eu-2022/2554)
Use Case Modeling (Systems, Actors, Relationships)
Requirements Engineering (Functional/non-functional)
Traditional Development Models (Waterfall Model, V-model Xt)
Relational Database Systems (Oracle, Mysql, Mssql)
Erm Modeling (Entity Relationship Modeling)
Sql Crud Statements (Create, Read, Update, Delete)
C, C++, Java
Visual Basic For Applications (Vba)
Frontend Development: Html, Css, Javascript, Jquery
Backend Development: Ajax, Php, Mysql, Laravel
Content Management Systems: Joomla, Wordpress
Api Data Formats: Rest (Json And Xml Based)
Network Technologies: Hubs, Switches, Layer 3 Switches, Routers, Mpls
Primary, Secondary, And Tertiary Cabling
Network Protocols: Tcp, Udp, Http(s), (S)ftp, Smtp, Dns, Dhcp, Pop3
Storage Technologies: Das, Nas, San, Fibre Channel, Iscsi
Server Virtualization (Vmware Esxi, Vsphere, Vcenter)
Desktop Virtualization (Citrix Xendesktop)
Tableau / Microsoft Power Bi (Big Data Analytics & Visualization)
Sap Businessobjects (Reporting, Queries And Analytics)
Splunk (Log Management, Monitoring, Reporting)
Microsoft Windows 10/11 Professional
Microsoft Windows Server 2016/2019 Standard Edition
Red Hat Linux, Opensuse, Ubuntu, Mint, Kali Linux
Encryption: Microsoft Bitlocker, Veracrypt
Endpoint Security (Anti-virus, Anti-malware Solutions)
Data Leakage Prevention (Infrastructure, Agents, Policies)
Vulnerability Scanners: Owasp, Nessus, Openvas
Penetration Testing: Kali Linux, Metasploit Framework
Siem/soar Solutions: Ibm Resilient, Splunk Phantom
Firewalls: Network (Plesk, Iptables), Host (Illumio)

Languages

German

Native

English

Advanced

Education

Jul 2007 - Dec 2009

Deutsche Telekom AG, T-Systems International

IT Specialist, specializing in System Integration · Germany

Certifications & licenses

BSI IT Baseline Protection Practitioner

Federal Office for Information Security (BSI)

ISO/IEC 27001:2022 Update Training

TÜV Süd Academy

BISG e.V. Certified IT Expert/Assessor

Federal Association of IT Experts and Assessors (BISG) · Memmingen, Germany

Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)

International Information System Security Certification Consortium (ISC²)

M_o_R Risk Management Practitioner (Risk Management)

Axelos

TÜV Data Protection Officer (GDPR)

TÜV Süd Academy

ISO/IEC 27001:2013 Auditor (InfoSec Management)

TÜV Süd Academy

ISO/IEC 27001:2013 Information Security Officer

TÜV Süd Academy · Frankfurt, Germany

PRINCE2 Foundation (Project Management)

Axelos

Cobit5 Implementer (IT Governance)

ISO/IEC 20000:2011 Auditor/Manager (ITSM)

TÜV Süd Academy

ITIL V3 Expert in ITSM (IT Service Management)

Axelos · Bad Homburg, Germany

Six Sigma Green Belt Process Manager

Profile

Created

February 2026

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Frequently asked questions

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Where is Andreas based?

Andreas is based in Frankfurt am Main, Germany and can operate in on-site, hybrid, and remote work models.

What languages does Andreas speak?

Andreas speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced).

How many years of experience does Andreas have?

Andreas has at least 16 years of experience. During this time, Andreas has worked in at least 11 different roles and for 9 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 5 months. Note that Andreas may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Andreas be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Andreas would be well-suited for roles such as: AI Solution Architect, Cybersecurity Expert Assessor, Freelance IT Consultant (Cybersecurity Trainer).

What is Andreas's latest experience?

Andreas's most recent position is AI Solution Architect at Adler Group S.A..

What companies has Andreas worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Andreas has worked for Adler Group S.A., Bundesnetzagentur, Provadis Bildung und Beratung GmbH, Immonify GmbH, HSBC Continental Europe, and Germany.

Which industries is Andreas most experienced in?

Andreas is most experienced in industries like Banking and Finance, Education, and Information Technology (IT). Andreas also has some experience in Professional Services, Transportation and Logistics, and Telecommunication.

Which business areas is Andreas most experienced in?

Andreas is most experienced in business areas like Information Technology (IT), Operations, and Project Management. Andreas also has some experience in Strategy and Planning, Business Intelligence, and Quality Assurance (QA).

Which industries has Andreas worked in recently?

Andreas has recently worked in industries like Education, Information Technology (IT), and Professional Services.

Which business areas has Andreas worked in recently?

Andreas has recently worked in business areas like Information Technology (IT), Operations, and Strategy and Planning.

What is Andreas's education?

Andreas attended Deutsche Telekom AG, T-Systems International for IT Specialist, specializing in System Integration.

Does Andreas have any certificates?

Andreas has 13 certificates. Among them, these include: BSI IT Baseline Protection Practitioner, ISO/IEC 27001:2022 Update Training, and BISG e.V. Certified IT Expert/Assessor.

What is the availability of Andreas?

Andreas will be available part-time from February 2026.

What is the rate of Andreas?

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