Fabian Flock

OT Security Champion Europe

Leverkusen, Germany

Experience

Jan 2024 - Aug 2024
8 months

OT Security Champion Europe

FCS Flock Consulting Services

  • Conducted OT security assessments at European manufacturing facilities.
  • Analyzed and improved IT security processes and infrastructure.
  • Revised SOC processes in conjunction with the internal SOC team.
  • Conducted OT incident training and tabletop exercises.
  • Facilitated C-level workshops to align European OT security strategy.
  • Evaluated regulatory changes related to NIS2 and their relevance to the client.
Aug 2023 - Jun 2024
11 months

Interim CISO

FCS Flock Consulting Services

  • Prepared and implemented ISO 27001 certification.
  • Implemented measures following ISO 27001 standards.
  • Improved IT security processes and services.
  • Revised SOC processes in collaboration with external service providers.
  • Developed and implemented future IT security strategy.
  • Conducted workshops for executives and vendors on global IT strategy.
May 2023 - Present
2 years 2 months

Senior Information Security Consultant

FCS Flock Consulting Services

  • Implemented security measures by NIST 800 standards in the Energy Sector.
  • Improved risk management and developed strategies and policies.
  • Performed business impact analysis and communicated with C-level stakeholders.
Jan 2021 - Apr 2023
1 year 4 months

Senior Information Security Consultant

FCS Flock Consulting Services

  • Managed the ISMS process implementation project for a BioPharma company.
  • Accurately inventoried risks and threats.
  • Provided technical support for the smooth implementation of the ISMS.
Aug 2021 - Dec 2022
1 year 5 months

Senior Information Security Consultant

FCS Flock Consulting Services

  • Established a vulnerability and threat management process for an automotive manufacturer.
  • Created protection needs and risk assessment templates.
  • Reviewed and categorized cloud security approaches.
Apr 2021 - Dec 2021
9 months

Senior Information Security Consultant

FCS Flock Consulting Services

  • Managed the project to identify critical suppliers for a food producer.
  • Developed a third-party questionnaire.
  • Established a regular supplier review cycle.
Jan 2020 - Mar 2021
1 year 3 months

Interim Global Risk Manager

FCS Flock Consulting Services

  • Identified existing risk management processes in the chemical sector.
  • Established risk management policies and processes following NIST and IEC 62443.
  • Created protection needs and risk assessment templates.
Jan 2020 - Jun 2020
6 months

Senior Information Security Consultant

FCS Flock Consulting Services

  • Performed business impact assessments for production facilities within the chemical sector.
  • Conducted risk assessments for critical production assets.
  • Reviewed existing IT/OT risk policies and processes.
Apr 2019 - Dec 2020
9 months

Senior Information Security Consultant

FCS Flock Consulting Services

  • Reviewed existing security policies and procedures for the energy sector.
  • Assisted in the implementation of security tools including MS Defender, Zscaler, Proofpoint, and Splunk.
Apr 2018 - Mar 2019
1 year

Senior Information Security Consultant

FCS Flock Consulting Services

  • Identified critical IT assets in heterogeneous IT landscapes and critical business processes for a DAX corporation.
  • Developed customized security concepts for critical IT assets.
Jan 2018 - Present
7 years 6 months

Senior Information Security Consultant

FCS Flock Consulting Services

  • Managed ISMS implementation projects across various sectors.
  • Conducted business impact analyses and risk assessments.
  • Supported pre-audits and audits including KRITIS audits.
Jan 2018 - Present
7 years 6 months
Leverkusen, Germany

Senior Information Security Consultant

FCS Flock Consulting Services

  • Project management in information security
  • IT and OT risk management
  • Development of security concepts and IT security strategies
  • Conducting cybersecurity maturity assessments
  • Cloud security strategies
  • ISO 27001 certification and audits

Key industry experience:

  • Automotive OEM
  • BioPharma
  • Medical Technology
  • Food Production
  • Chemical Industry
  • Energy Sector.

Summary

Senior Information Security Consultant with over 15 years of experience in planning, executing, and leading complex information security projects.

Managing Director of Flock Consulting Services, specializing in ISO 27001 implementation, risk management, and OT security. Extensive experience collaborating with leading companies across various industries, particularly in the chemical, automotive, energy, and pharmaceutical sectors.

Languages

German
Native
English
Advanced

Certifications & licenses

IT-Grundschutz Practitioner

CCSA / CCSE Partner Training

ISO 27001 Lead Auditor/Implementer

BeyondTrust Foundation

ITIL Foundation