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Ludger Wiedemeier

Emergency Management in the Public Sector

Ludger Wiedemeier
Steinheim, Germany

Experience

Jun 2024 - Aug 2024
3 months
Germany

Emergency Management in the Public Sector

HZD Hessen

  • Advising on setting up a virtual emergency command center, including criteria development, implementation according to BSI-200-4, KRITIS/NIS2 compliance, BCM strategy.
Mar 2023 - Dec 2023
10 months
Germany

IT Audit & Infrastructure Review

Deutsche Bank

  • Project management for IT audits of multiple service providers and checks for compliance with DORA, BSI 200-4 and NIS2.

  • Analysis of ServiceNow, MS Azure and OpenShift; coaching on network architecture, BGP, ExpressRoute and emergency planning.

Mar 2022 - Dec 2022
10 months
Germany

Migration Strategy & IT Security

ITZBund

  • Migration of IT service providers for federal agencies.

  • Development of security concepts based on BSI basic protection, GPO optimization, BCM planning and setup of packaging systems.

Dec 2020 - Feb 2022
1 year 3 months
Germany

Azure Migration & Plant Setup

GEA Group

  • Executing the cloud migration (O365 to Azure), setting up the IT infrastructure in a new production plant including ExpressRoute.

  • Implementing BCM according to BSI-200-4, ensuring GDPR compliance and global coordination.

Jul 2020 - Nov 2020
5 months
Germany

Emergency & Risk Management

HCoB Bank

  • Developing security concepts for network architecture and conducting gap analyses.

  • Provider management according to ITIL V3, Azure migration, GDPR implementation, MA Risk, IT auditing and BCM.

Jul 2019 - Mar 2020
9 months
Germany

Digitalization & Authorship

Best Practice Verlag

  • Subject matter author for digitalization topics ("7 Perspectives from Practice").

  • Operational consulting on IT security, IAM, BCM, GPO, and risk management (among others for BMWK and HR).

Feb 2019 - Jun 2019
5 months
Germany

IT Architecture & Cloud Integration

Vattenfall

  • Migration of an application packaging system to the cloud and network design for Azure.

  • BCM planning, implementation of audit requirements, and provider management.

Jan 2018 - Jun 2018
6 months
Germany

Evergreen Rollout & GDPR Project

DB Regio

  • Led the O365 migration from Lotus Notes and implemented GDPR compliance, including works council negotiations.

  • Introduced an evergreen strategy for workplace management, BCM, and stakeholder management.

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 Government and Administration (1 year), Banking and Finance (1 year), Information Technology (1 year), Manufacturing (1 year), Media and Entertainment (0.5 years), and Energy (0.5 years).

Government and Administration
Banking and Finance
Information Technology
Manufacturing
Media and Entertainment
Energy

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 (5 years), Audit (1 year), Project Management (1 year), Legal (1 year), and Operations (0.5 years).

Information Technology
Audit
Project Management
Legal
Operations

Summary

I'm not the consultant who sticks to PowerPoint slides. I'm the one who goes down into the engine room with you – and makes sure your ship stays on course in any weather.

For over 25 years, I've supported companies, authorities and corporate groups in security-critical IT projects – where responsibility, structure and decisive action are needed. As an experienced IT project manager, program lead and interim manager, I take charge exactly in the situations where others hesitate: migrations, crises, compliance audits, complex transformations, or building robust IT infrastructures.

I blend strategic thinking with hands-on depth – paired with a strong understanding of people, organizations and dynamics. My clients appreciate my calm, goal-focused approach, my analytical mindset and my ability to keep a clear head even under pressure.

My view of leadership is clear: leadership is about providing direction, making decisions and empowering others to take ownership. It means understanding systems – both technical and organizational – and shaping them for lasting impact. I never go for quick fixes, but focus on long-term stability, security and effectiveness.

My role? I'm a bridge builder between management and IT, a translator between tech and the executive level, a steady anchor in tense times and the engine for clear execution. I set things in motion – and bring them to completion. With intelligence, integrity and reliability.

Skills

  • Business Continuity & Emergency Management (Iso 22301 / Bsi 200-4)

  • It Security & Compliance (Kritis, Nis2, Dora, Gdpr)

  • Infrastructure & Cloud Migration (Azure, Expressroute, Iaas/paas/saas)

  • Program & Project Management (Prince2, Msp, Itil V4)

  • Provider Management & Service Catalog Management

  • Interim Management, Technical Leadership, Rollout Management

  • Audit Preparation, Risk Analysis, Audit Trail Compliance

  • Responsibility With Clarity: I Take The Lead When It Counts – Open, Honest, Solution-oriented.

  • Technical And Strategic Thinking: I Know The Operational Details – And Never Lose Sight Of The Business Perspective.

  • Resilient And Structured: I Work Methodically, Calmly And With Strong Execution – Even Under Pressure.

  • Communicative At All Levels: I Speak The Language Of Both Developers And Executives – Reliably And Clearly.

  • Finance & Insurance

  • Public Administration & Government Agencies

  • Industry & Manufacturing

  • Energy & Utilities

  • Telecommunications & It

  • Food & Chemicals

Languages

German
Native
English
Advanced

Certifications & licenses

ITIL V4

MSP

Prince2

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Frequently asked questions

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Where is Ludger based?

Ludger is based in Steinheim, Germany.

What languages does Ludger speak?

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

How many years of experience does Ludger have?

Ludger has at least 5 years of experience. During this time, Ludger has worked in at least 8 different roles and for 8 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 7 months. Note that Ludger may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Ludger be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Ludger would be well-suited for roles such as: Emergency Management in the Public Sector, IT Audit & Infrastructure Review, Migration Strategy & IT Security.

What is Ludger's latest experience?

Ludger's most recent position is Emergency Management in the Public Sector at HZD Hessen.

What companies has Ludger worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Ludger has worked for HZD Hessen, Deutsche Bank, ITZBund, and GEA Group.

Which industries is Ludger most experienced in?

Ludger is most experienced in industries like Manufacturing, Banking and Finance, and Government and Public Administration. Ludger also has some experience in Information Technology (IT), Media, Entertainment and Publishing, and Transportation and Logistics.

Which business areas is Ludger most experienced in?

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

Does Ludger have any certificates?

Ludger has 3 certificates. These include: ITIL V4, MSP, and Prince2.

What is the availability of Ludger?

Ludger is immediately available full-time for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Ludger?

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