Benno Zabel - Freelance Data Protection Officer

Q: Where is Benno based?

Benno is based in Windeby, Germany and prefers 100% remote projects.

Q: What languages does Benno speak?

Benno speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced), French (Elementary) .

Q: How many years of experience does Benno have?

Benno has at least 49 years of experience. During this time, Benno has worked in at least 19 different roles and for 4 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 3 years and 7 months . Note that Benno may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Benno's latest experience?

Benno's most recent position is Freelance Data Protection Officer at SUMTEC .

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

In recent years, Benno has worked for SUMTEC and Hays .

Q: Which industries is Benno most experienced in?

Benno is most experienced in industries like Aerospace and Defense , Education , and Government and Public Administration . Benno also has some experience in Information Technology (IT) , Energy , and Telecommunication .

Q: Which business areas is Benno most experienced in?

Benno is most experienced in business areas like Information Technology (IT) , Project Management , and Operations . Benno also has some experience in Human Resources (HR) , Quality Assurance (QA) , and Production/Manufacturing .

Q: Which industries has Benno worked in recently?

Benno has recently worked in industries like Information Technology (IT) , Education , and Telecommunication .

Q: Which business areas has Benno worked in recently?

Benno has recently worked in business areas like Information Technology (IT) and Legal and Compliance .

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Windeby, Germany

Experience

Jun 2023 - May 2024

1 year

Freelance Data Protection Officer

SUMTEC

Create the data protection concept according to EU GDPR including DPIA and implementation of TOMs

May 2022 - Present

3 years 10 months

Freelance IT-Sec Consultant

Hays

Information security (especially network hardening, conceptual preparation of measures, etc.)
Data protection and network technology
Vulnerability analysis
Integration of various systems according to BSI in the KRITIS IT and telecom sectors
Worked for Thales Germany

Jan 2017 - Present

9 years 2 months

Freelance Lecturer/Consultant

Training topics: information security officers, IT-Sec managers, data protection officers, CompTIA Security+, CompTIA Network+
Consulting in the areas of information security (especially network hardening, conceptual preparation of measures, etc.), data protection and network technology, vulnerability analysis according to BSI
Companies: Protranet, New Elements, Grey Solution, directa Eckernförde, MiMast Eckernförde, Dataport Altenholz, Dampsoft Vogelsang, alfatraining Kiel

Dec 2016 - Dec 2016

1 month

Vacation

Jul 2010 - Nov 2016

6 years 5 months

Section Head for Distance Learning

German Armed Forces, Navy

Plan, develop and conduct distance learning in the Navy
Transform face-to-face classes into distance learning
Train and further educate the Navy's tele-tutors
Project-based collaboration with the Center for Technology-based Education at Helmut Schmidt University
IT security officer according to BSI including military extension and IT hotline for the Naval Command

Jul 2007 - Jun 2010

3 years

Team Leader Military Signals Intelligence, Navy

German Armed Forces, Navy

Developing mission plans
Training deployment teams in using IT, communications systems and intelligence gathering
Leading deployment teams on special foreign missions (Afghanistan, Lebanon, and Djibouti)
IT security officer according to BSI and NIST for NATO's secure IT network

Mar 2005 - Jun 2007

2 years 4 months

Team Leader Project Organization in SAP, Federal Armed Forces

German Armed Forces, Navy

Planning and executing the implementation of process models in SAP
Leading the programming team
Coordinating team activities with other core processes and external teams
IT security officer and political education officer

Oct 2001 - Feb 2005

3 years 5 months

Project Manager Software Inventory for TORNADO PA 200

German Armed Forces, Navy

Leading the programming teams
Planning, coordinating, and carrying out software maintenance and modifications
Managing optimizations and conceptual preparation for new hardware
Coordinating programming activities with national and international companies and military authorities in the critical infrastructure sectors IT, telecom and air traffic
Overseeing test scenarios and software acceptances
Political education officer

Apr 1998 - Sep 2001

3 years 6 months

Course Planning Officer, Navy

German Armed Forces, Navy

Planning and coordinating course schedules for all Navy schools
Coordinating plans with the Army, Air Force and Medical Service
Responsible for adapting implementation every year
IT security officer and IT projects department officer

Jul 1997 - Nov 1997

5 months

Project Manager Telecommunications Control System, Navy Headquarters

German Armed Forces, Navy

Project management at Rockwell Collins, Dallas, TX
Defining, coordinating and implementing national requirements in the critical infrastructure sectors IT, telecom and transport

Jan 1993 - Mar 1998

5 years 3 months

Team Lead, Programming Team for Conventional Communications Control and Tactical Data Traffic

German Armed Forces, Navy

Plan, coordinate and carry out software maintenance and modifications for communications control and tactical data traffic in the KRITIS sectors IT, telecommunications and transport
Lead the programming team
Collaborate with Rockwell Collins
Train the programming team
IT security officer according to BSI including military supplements, officer responsible for data backup and protection of classified data

Jan 1990 - Dec 1992

3 years

Officer Training

German Armed Forces, Navy

Military officer - leadership course
Training at various civilian training providers, including IBM, DEC, Digital, INTEGRATA
Training as an application programmer for real-time systems, database programming and mainframe operations

Aug 1987 - Dec 1989

2 years 5 months

Organization Officer

German Armed Forces, Navy

Responsible for the material equipment and outfitting of naval aviation units
Implemented the switch to IT-based planning of equipment and outfitting records

Oct 1986 - Jul 1987

10 months

Maintenance Team Leader

German Armed Forces, Navy

Responsible for the technical readiness of the naval strike aircraft Tornado PA 200 for training and operational flights
Technical flight pre- and post-flight checks
Lead the maintenance team
Train subordinate personnel

Oct 1985 - Sep 1986

1 year

Training as a Maintenance Weapons Mechanic (Boatswain)

German Armed Forces, Navy

Military leadership course for Boatswain
Technical training in aircraft mechanics as a Boatswain

Apr 1984 - Jun 1986

2 years 3 months

Aircraft Mechanic on the Navy Fighter-Bomber TORNADO PA 200

German Armed Forces, Navy

Perform repairs as part of unplanned maintenance
Deputy maintenance dock leader

Jan 1983 - Mar 1984

1 year 3 months

Training as Aircraft Mechanic Petty Officer

German Armed Forces, Navy

Military leadership course (Maat)
Technical training as Tornado PA 200 aircraft mechanic
Skilled worker certificate in aircraft mechanics, Henschel/Calden

Feb 1980 - Dec 1982

2 years 11 months

High-Pressure Pipe Fitter / Quality Inspector in Heavy Component Manufacturing

Kraftwerkunion Berlin

Fabricate piping according to drawings and instructions
Quality control of turbine rotors and casings in power plant construction
Perform overhaul assemblies in Germany and abroad

Jun 1977 - Jan 1980

2 years 8 months

Training as High-Pressure Pipe Fitter

Kraftwerkunion Berlin

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 Aerospace and Defense (27.5 years), Education (15.5 years), Government and Administration (11.5 years), Information Technology (9 years), Energy (5.5 years), and Telecommunication (4 years).

Aerospace and Defense

Education

Government and Administration

Information Technology

Energy

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 (35 years), Project Management (17.5 years), Operations (10.5 years), Human Resources (6.5 years), Quality Assurance (6 years), and Production (5.5 years).

Information Technology

Project Management

Operations

Human Resources

Quality Assurance

Production

Skills

Information Security:

Bsi It Baseline Protection 200-1 To 200-4 Including Risk Management, Emergency Management And Incident Handling (Security Incidents)
Iso 2700x
Vulnerability Management And It Vulnerability Analysis
Backup Management
Kritis, Itil, Cobit, Openvas, Owasp
Isms: Vernice, Savedb Infodas, Docset Minder

Data Protection:

Eu Gdpr
German Federal Data Protection Act (Bdsg)

Network And Administration:

Network Components (Firewall, Ng Firewall, L3 Switch, Dmz, Virtual Networks, Vpn, Load Balancer, Proxy Server)
Cisco Network Devices
Cloud: Azure, Aws
Web Servers (E.g.: Apache, Jigsaw)
Windows Server 2012/2019

Other:

Microsoft Office 2016/2019 (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook)
Learning Management System Moodle
Video Conferencing: Openmeetings, Teamview, Alfaview, Zoom
Windows 11, Linux, Kali Linux, Backtrack
Mysql
Confluence, Jira, Doors

Languages

German

Native

English

Advanced

French

Elementary

Education

Oct 1990 - Jun 1993

University of the German Armed Forces Munich

Dipl.-Ing. Mechanical Engineering · Mechanical Engineering · Munich, Germany

Oct 1977 - Jun 1980

Kraftwerk Union Berlin

High-pressure pipe fitter · Berlin, Germany

Flugzeugwerke Henschel

Aircraft Mechanic

Certifications & licenses

IHK Trainer Certification

CompTIA Network+

CompTIA Security+

TÜV Data Protection Officer

BSI IT Baseline Protection Practitioner

TÜV Information Security Officer

Profile

Created

January 2025

Last Update

April 2025

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Frequently asked questions

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Where is Benno based?

Benno is based in Windeby, Germany and prefers 100% remote projects.

What languages does Benno speak?

Benno speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced), French (Elementary).

How many years of experience does Benno have?

Benno has at least 49 years of experience. During this time, Benno has worked in at least 19 different roles and for 4 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 3 years and 7 months. Note that Benno may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Benno be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Benno would be well-suited for roles such as: Freelance Data Protection Officer, Freelance IT-Sec Consultant, Freelance Lecturer/Consultant.

What is Benno's latest experience?

Benno's most recent position is Freelance Data Protection Officer at SUMTEC.

What companies has Benno worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Benno has worked for SUMTEC and Hays.

Which industries is Benno most experienced in?

Benno is most experienced in industries like Aerospace and Defense, Education, and Government and Public Administration. Benno also has some experience in Information Technology (IT), Energy, and Telecommunication.

Which business areas is Benno most experienced in?

Benno is most experienced in business areas like Information Technology (IT), Project Management, and Operations. Benno also has some experience in Human Resources (HR), Quality Assurance (QA), and Production/Manufacturing.

Which industries has Benno worked in recently?

Benno has recently worked in industries like Information Technology (IT), Education, and Telecommunication.

Which business areas has Benno worked in recently?

Benno has recently worked in business areas like Information Technology (IT) and Legal and Compliance.

What is Benno's education?

Benno holds a Doctorate in High-pressure pipe fitter from Kraftwerk Union Berlin and a Bachelor in Mechanical Engineering from University of the German Armed Forces Munich.

Does Benno have any certificates?

Benno has 6 certificates. Among them, these include: IHK Trainer Certification, CompTIA Network+, and CompTIA Security+.

What is the availability of Benno?

Benno is immediately available full-time for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Benno?

Benno's rate depends on the specific project requirements. Please use the Meet button on the profile to schedule a meeting and discuss the details.