Benno Zabel
Freelance Data Protection Officer
Experience
Jun 2023 - May 2024
1 yearFreelance Data Protection Officer
Sumtec
- Developed data protection concept according to EU GDPR, including data protection impact assessment (DPIA).
- Implemented technical and organizational measures (TOMs).
May 2022 - Present
3 years 3 monthsFreelance IT Security Consultant
Hays
- Information security, especially network hardening and conceptual measures.
- Data protection and network technology.
- Vulnerability analysis and integration of various systems according to BSI in the critical IT and telecom sectors.
- Worked for Thales Germany.
Jan 2016 - Present
8 years 7 monthsFreelance Lecturer/Consultant
- Training topics: Information Security Officers, IT Sec Managers, Data Protection Officers, CompTIA Security+, CompTIA Network+.
- Consulting in information security (especially network hardening and conceptual measures), data protection and network technology.
- Conducted vulnerability analyses according to BSI.
- Clients: Protranet, New Elements, Grey Solution, Direkta Eckernförde, MiMast Eckernförde, Dataport Altenholz, Dampsoft Vogelsang, Alfatraining Kiel.
Jul 2010 - Nov 2016
6 years 5 monthsHead of Distance Learning Department
Bundeswehr, Marine
- Planning, development and delivery of distance learning for the Navy.
- Converted classroom training into distance learning.
- Training and development of the Navy's tele-tutors.
- Project collaboration with the Center for Technology-based Education at Helmut Schmidt University.
- IT Security Officer according to BSI with military extension and IT hotline for Navy Command.
Jul 2007 - Jun 2010
3 yearsTeam Leader Military Communications Navy
Bundeswehr, Marine
- Developed operational concepts.
- Trained deployment teams in the use of IT, communication systems, and intelligence gathering.
- Led teams on special overseas deployments (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 monthsTeam Leader Project Organization in SAP for the Bundeswehr
Bundeswehr, Marine
- Planned and executed the implementation of process models in SAP.
- Led the programming team.
- Coordinated team activities with other core processes and external teams.
- IT Security Officer and Officer for Political Education.
Oct 2001 - Feb 2005
3 years 5 monthsProject Manager Software Inventory Tornado PA 200
Bundeswehr, Marine
- Led programming teams.
- Planned, coordinated, and carried out software maintenance and updates.
- Prepared and led optimizations and conceptual planning of new hardware.
- Coordinated programming activities with national and international companies and military units in the critical IT, telecom, and air traffic sectors.
- Monitored test scenarios and software acceptances.
- Officer for Political Education.
Apr 1998 - Sep 2001
3 years 6 monthsAdministrator Course Planning Navy
Bundeswehr, Marine
- Planned and coordinated course schedules for all naval schools.
- Coordinated planning with the Army, Air Force, and Medical Service.
- Made adjustments each year during implementation.
- IT Security Officer and Officer for IT Projects in the department.
Jul 1997 - Nov 1997
5 monthsProject Manager 'Navy Headquarters Communications Control System'
Bundeswehr, Marine
- Project management at Rockwell Collins, Dallas, Texas.
- Defined, coordinated, and implemented national requirements in the critical IT, telecom, and transport sectors.
Jan 1992 - Mar 1998
5 years 3 monthsTeam Leader Programming Team 'Conventional Communications Control and Tactical Data Traffic'
Bundeswehr, Marine
- Planned, coordinated, and carried out software maintenance and updates for communications control and tactical data traffic in the critical IT, telecom, and transport sectors.
- Led the programming team.
- Collaborated with Rockwell Collins.
- Trained the programming team.
- IT Security Officer according to BSI with military extension.
- Officer for Data Backup and Protection of Classified Information.
Jan 1990 - Dec 1992
3 yearsOfficer Training
Bundeswehr, Marine
- Military leadership course for officers.
- Training with various civilian education providers, including IBM, DEC, Digital, and Integrata.
- Training as an application programmer for real-time systems, database programming, and mainframe operations.
Aug 1987 - Dec 1989
2 years 5 monthsAdministrator Organization
Bundeswehr, Marine
- Responsible for material equipment and supplies of the naval air units.
- Implemented the transition to IT-based planning of equipment and supply records.
Oct 1986 - Jul 1987
10 monthsMaintenance Team Leader
Bundeswehr, Marine
- Responsible for the technical readiness of the Navy's Tornado PA 200 fighter-bombers.
- Performed technical flight preparation and debriefing.
- Led the maintenance team and trained subordinate personnel.
Oct 1985 - Sep 1986
1 yearTraining as a Maintenance Weapons Mechanic Boatswain
Bundeswehr, Marine
- Military leadership course for boatswain.
- Technical training in aircraft mechanics.
Apr 1984 - Jun 1986
2 years 3 monthsAircraft Mechanic on Navy Tornado PA 200 Fighter-Bomber
Bundeswehr, Marine
- Performed repairs for unplanned maintenance.
- Deputy lead of maintenance docks.
Jan 1982 - Mar 1984
1 year 3 monthsTraining as Aircraft Mechanic Petty Officer
Bundeswehr, Marine
- Military leadership course for petty officer.
- Technical training as an aircraft mechanic for the Tornado PA 200.
- Obtained the skilled worker certificate in aircraft mechanics at Henschel, Calden.
Feb 1980 - Dec 1982
2 years 11 monthsHigh-Pressure Pipefitter and Quality Inspector in Heavy Component Manufacturing
Kraftwerkunion Berlin
- Manufactured pipelines according to drawings and instructions.
- Inspected turbine rotors and casings in power plant construction.
- Performed overhaul assemblies domestically and abroad.
Jun 1977 - Jan 1980
2 years 8 monthsTraining as High-Pressure Pipefitter
Kraftwerkunion Berlin
- Comprehensive technical training in high-pressure pipe fitting.
Languages
English
Advanced
German
Advanced
French
Elementary
Education
Oct 1990 - Jun 1993
University of the Bundeswehr Munich
Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Distance Learning · Mechanical Engineering · Munich, Germany
Oct 1984 - Jun 1984
Henschel Aircraft Works
Aircraft Mechanic · Germany
Oct 1977 - Jun 1980
Kraftwerk Union Berlin
High-Pressure Pipefitter · Berlin, Germany
Certifications & licenses
Trainer Qualification
IHK
CompTIA Network+
CompTIA Security+
Data Protection Officer
TÜV
IT Baseline Protection Practitioner
BSI
Information Security Officer
TÜV
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