Sebastian Seek
Consultant for Secure Coding & Process Setup according to DORA
Experience
Consultant for Secure Coding & Process Setup according to DORA
SEMTOS GmbH
Analysis of regulatory requirements from the DORA regulation
Structured derivation of necessary measures for development & operations
Establishment of an organization-wide Secure Software Development Lifecycle (SSDLC)
Creation of guidelines, documentation, and governance processes
Coordination with business units, IT, compliance, and governance stakeholders
Support in tool selection (e.g., static code analysis, vulnerability management)
Developed a standardized, transparent process for secure software development according to DORA requirements. Focus was on requirements analysis, guideline creation, stakeholder coordination, and structured process design for two independent financial institutions.
Methods & Tools: Regulation (DORA), requirements management, process design, Confluence, Jira, SharePoint, MS Office
Project Manager Test, Release & Environment Management
Managed a strategic large-scale project to redesign the company-wide organizational structure and processes in requirements, test, and release management
Conducted structured requirements analysis and process documentation in close coordination with business units, IT, governance, and external partners
Developed a standardized communication and escalation model for internal and external stakeholders
Broke down work into packages, managed resources, and monitored progress and risks
Led a cross-functional project team and steered regular status meetings and committee formats
Implemented a consolidated reporting system focusing on quality assurance and traceability
Created scalable structures for test data management, test automation, and deployment processes
Achieved company-wide increase in release frequency while reducing costs. The goal was to harmonize the process landscape and establish a central, transparent control model for secure and efficient software delivery.
Methods & Tools: Process management, release management, test management (ISTQB), governance, Jira, Confluence, Clarity, SAFe, risk management, test automation
Project Manager / Agile Coach / RTE / Team Lead
SüdLeasing GmbH (LBBW)
Managed and oversaw company-wide IT projects (agile & traditional) with up to 8 parallel teams
Introduced and scaled agile practices (SAFe) in collaboration with business units and management
Coached Scrum Masters, Product Owners, and business teams to establish agile structures
Provided disciplinary and technical leadership for 45 employees in software development
Responsible for budget planning, reporting, and collaboration with external vendors
Built and optimized the IT process organization and integrated SAFe into the line
Implemented standardized release & test processes including test automation and CI/CD elements
Executed cloud migrations (Azure), modernized application workflows, and digitized sales processes
Collaborated closely with governance, IT management, and the works council to anchor processes
Methods & Tools: SAFe, Scrum, Kanban, Jira, Confluence, Azure DevOps, Miro, Camunda, Zephyr Scale
Project Manager IT Core Systems
SüdFactoring GmbH (LBBW)
Led projects and took system responsibility for all core IT systems of the organization
Managed business requirements between IT, business units, and service providers
Implemented and improved release, test, and quality assurance processes
Planned and executed rollouts including downtime management and rollback scenarios
Created a central runbook with clear responsibilities and workflows
Delivered regular status reports in steering and decision-making committees
Increased release frequency from 1 to 12 per year
Reduced errors through defined test processes and clear procedures
Improved collaboration between IT, business units, and external partners
Methods & Tools: Release & test management, requirements management, Jira, Confluence, Codix iMX, SAP by Design, MS Teams, Zephyr Scale, Miro, Mural, Lucid, IBM Lotus Notes
Project Manager & Business Analyst
Capgemini Deutschland GmbH
Coordinated international development projects (onshore & offshore)
Planned and supported releases including dependencies & critical path
Conducted requirements analysis, business design, and alignment with business units and development teams
Managed test processes including execution, documentation, and defect handling
Optimized processes in HR systems (event planning, training, personnel management)
Handled business design and coordination for the development of a new frontend for the Asian market
Created billing logic and processes in a global logistics context
Methods & Tools: Requirements management, test management, Jira, Confluence, HP ALM, SOAP UI, CISM
Industries Experience
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Experienced in Banking and Finance (5.5 years), Information Technology (3.5 years), and Professional Services (2 years).
Business Areas Experience
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Experienced in Information Technology (9 years), Project Management (9 years), Quality Assurance (5.5 years), and Legal (0.5 years).
Summary
Together towards a successful future – your challenges, my solutions!
Are you facing the revolution of your application landscape but the path is unclear? Or are you already in the process but the results are disappointing? Is new software late and not meeting requirements? Is your organization lagging behind modern ways of working?
I offer the solution! As an IT and business domain expert, I build the bridge between departments and IT. With proven frameworks like SAFe, LESS, Spotify, and Scrum, I integrate technology and processes seamlessly. Together we develop lean communication channels and modern development processes to turn your visions into tangible products. Let's shape a successful future – I'm your partner on this journey!
Skills
Structured Requirements Analysis And Process Modeling In Agile And Traditional Environments
Reliable Stakeholder Management In Complex Corporate And Government Structures
Experience Leading It Projects With A Governance Focus
Documentation, Traceability, And Clear Communication Channels
Coordination Of Complex Test Phases Including Launch Readiness Tests, Rollout Control, And Escalation Management
Familiar With It Governance, Data Protection, And Works Council Structures
Interface Between It And Business: I Speak Both Languages And Support Efficient Communication
Team Orientation: I Focus On People And Their Skills To Form And Develop Strong, Motivated Teams For Optimal Results
Leadership Skills: As A Leader, I Motivate And Inspire My Employees, Back Them Up, And Guide Them To Long-term Success
Problem-solving Skills: If Things Don't Go As Planned, As An Experienced Product Owner And Scrum Master I Find Alternative Solutions And Make Well-founded, Innovative Decisions
Conflict Management: With My Years Of Leadership And Project Experience, I Maintain An Overview In Conflict Situations And Ensure A Harmonious Working Environment With Calmness And Composure
Languages
Education
TU Dresden
Master of Business Informatics · Business Informatics · Dresden, Germany
TU Dresden
Bachelor of Business Informatics · Business Informatics · Dresden, Germany
Certifications & licenses
Certified Project Management Associate - IPMA Level D
FIRO® Certification
The Myers-Briggs Company
ITIL Foundation Certificate
MBTI Step I
The Myers-Briggs Company
PSM I - Professional Scrum Master
scrum.org
Certified Agile Coach
COMENO company consulting GmbH
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