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Bernd Krueger

Managing Director

Bernd Krueger
Rheine, Germany

Experience

Sep 2018 - Present
7 years 5 months
Rheine, Germany
Hybrid

External Data Protection Officer

BKData GmbH

  • External DPO in a mid-sized software company with a clear focus on data protection and IT security
  • Drive innovative approaches to implement the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) to ensure long-term growth and success
  • Promote collaborative solutions and conduct IT audits that align with the company's goals and values
  • Prioritize documentation of the entire IT structure
  • Implement interfaces of internal IT systems
  • Manage the Combit system
Oct 2000 - Aug 2017
16 years 11 months
Düsseldorf, Germany
Hybrid

Head of Internal Development Department

WestLB AG

Lead the internal development department for in-house software projects in internal payment processing, auditing, and board support

Aug 1995 - Sep 2000
5 years 2 months
On-site

Freelancer

Various

As an external programmer in SQL databases and .NET for various large companies:

  • Deutsche Ruhrgas AG, Essen
  • Provinzial Lebensversicherung AG, Münster
  • Hanseatisches Software Kontor, Bremen
  • DG-Bank, Frankfurt
  • Hypo-Vereinsbank, Munich
  • Smith-Kline-Beechum Pharma, Geneva
  • DATA BECKER GmbH, Düsseldorf
  • Hör-Zu GmbH, Hamburg
  • ZDF IT-Rechenzentrum, Cologne
May 1992 - Sep 1994
2 years 5 months
Rheine, Germany
On-site

Project Manager

German Armed Forces - Air Force

Implemented IT-supported training for the flight personnel of JG 72 "Westfalen"

Summary

With extensive experience as a Managing Director, I lead a company with a clear focus on data protection and IT security. Together with my team, we drive innovative approaches to ensure long-term growth and success. I am committed to fostering collaborative solutions that align with the goals and values of our company.

Skills

  • General Data Protection Regulation (Gdpr)
  • It Audits

Languages

German
Advanced
English
Advanced

Education

Ruhr University Bochum

Bachelor of Applied Science, Computer Programming, Specific Applications · Computer Programming, Specific Applications · Bochum, Germany

University of the Bundeswehr Munich

Aerospace Engineering, Aeronautics and Astronautics · Munich, Germany

Certifications & licenses

Corporate Data Protection Officer

EXIN Information Security Foundation Based On ISO/IEC 27001 (ISFS)

EXIN

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Where is Bernd based?

Bernd is based in Rheine, Germany and can operate in on-site, hybrid, and remote work models.

What languages does Bernd speak?

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

How many years of experience does Bernd have?

Bernd has at least 31 years of experience. During this time, Bernd has worked in at least 4 different roles and for 4 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 7 years and 11 months. Note that Bernd may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Bernd be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Bernd would be well-suited for roles such as: External Data Protection Officer, Head of Internal Development Department, Freelancer.

What is Bernd's latest experience?

Bernd's most recent position is External Data Protection Officer at BKData GmbH.

What companies has Bernd worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Bernd has worked for BKData GmbH.

Which industries is Bernd most experienced in?

Bernd is most experienced in industries like Banking and Finance, Information Technology (IT), and Aerospace and Defense.

Which business areas is Bernd most experienced in?

Bernd is most experienced in business areas like Information Technology (IT), Audit, and Legal and Compliance. Bernd also has some experience in Project Management.

Which industries has Bernd worked in recently?

Bernd has recently worked in industries like Information Technology (IT).

Which business areas has Bernd worked in recently?

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

What is Bernd's education?

Bernd holds a Bachelor in Computer Programming, Specific Applications from Ruhr University Bochum.

Does Bernd have any certificates?

Bernd has 2 certificates. These include: Corporate Data Protection Officer and EXIN Information Security Foundation Based On ISO/IEC 27001 (ISFS).

What is the availability of Bernd?

Bernd is immediately available part-time for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Bernd?

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