Weisendorf, Bavaria, Germany
Results-driven information security leader with over 25 years of delivery-focused experience in cybersecurity. From application support and service delivery management to leading development and services organizations and managing IAM programs, including many years in management and senior leadership teams. Today I'm back where I'm happiest: close to the action. As Project & Program Manager I'm hands-on involved in Identity & Access Management (IAM), from implementing Identity Governance & Administration (IGA) solutions to steering integrated IAM roadmaps working directly with teams, stakeholders and clients to turn strategy into tangible, secure results. After relocating from the Netherlands to Bavaria mid-2025 with my family, I embraced the opportunity to live and work in a new culture: learning the language (B2, progressing towards C1), building new networks, and continuing to grow both personally and professionally. My next step: a delivery-oriented, hands-on role in program, project or service delivery management in the information security domain, preferably in the Nuremberg/Erlangen metropolitan region or hybrid. What drives me every day: โ Cybersecurity: always evolving, always critical, never a dull moment. โ Delivering with purpose: turning strategy into tangible results, together with the team. โ Balancing professionalism with the power of humor and human connection. โ Continuous learning: inspired by working with driven, high-performing professionals. โ Helping others grow: mentoring, coaching and building trust across teams. Outside of work, I'm a proud father of twin boys, Finn and Keje, and with my partner Floor I strive to keep life balanced, adventurous and fun. I welcome conversations about opportunities where I can make a meaningful contribution, feel free to reach out.
Currently jointly leading the implementation of an Identity Governance and Administration (IGA) solution for a highโtech organization operating in the fields of defence, cybersecurity and digital identity. Working closely with a dedicated project team. This role is a welcome and energizing next step following my relocation to Bavaria and a chance to re-engage professionally and contribute directly by being hands-on again. Itโs great to be back in the field, working with teams and stakeholders to deliver a secure and scalable solution that supports the organizational goals and compliance.
Supporting as a Program Manager for an insurance and financial services companies in the Netherlands for defining, governing and continuously refining an integrated roadmap across several IAM initiatives aligned with the organizationโs broader cloud migration strategy. The role focuses on creating coherence across multiple identity initiatives, translating strategic objectives into clear priorities, and enabling informed decision-making at management level. Key responsibilities include program governance, stakeholder alignment, roadmap ownership, dependency management and ensuring that security, compliance and architectural principles are consistently applied across the identity landscape.
๐ง๐ฟ๐ฎ๐ป๐๐ถ๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป ๐ฝ๐ฒ๐ฟ๐ถ๐ผ๐ฑ: ๐ฅ๐ฒ๐น๐ผ๐ฐ๐ฎ๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป & ๐๐ฎ๐บ๐ถ๐น๐ ๐ถ๐ป๐๐ฒ๐ด๐ฟ๐ฎ๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป During this period, I relocated with my family from the Netherlands to Bavaria, Germany. I took time to support a smooth transition for our family and to settle into a new environment, culture and daily routine. This phase also gave me the opportunity to reflect, recharge and prepare for the next step in my professional journey. My current part-time role as Project Manager is a welcome and focused first step allowing me to re-engage professionally, leverage my leadership experience in IAM and Information Security and build momentum toward the next stage of my career.
Driving revenue growth, market presence and building/maintaining a high-performing sales team is what I am striving for together with building long-lasting customer and partner relationships by developing and executing sales strategies and driving customer engagement. Being passionate about leveraging my expertise in the field to help organizations achieve their security goals. Committed to stay up to date with the latest trends and technologies and always looking for new ways to help organizations achieve their security goals and foster resilience. What I do? - Build and maintain strong client relationships by understanding and meeting client needs with tailored solutions. - Drive new client acquisition and retention by identifying and securing high-impact business opportunities. - Oversee P&L, budgets, and targets for BENE region sales, enhancing growth through cross-selling and upselling of our entire portfolio of IT-Security services. - Lead sales processes, manage high-volume deals, and handle decision-making and escalations for all sales activities. - Align with international Sales Leads and manage stakeholder relationships to ensure effective cross-country sales initiatives. - Lead and mentor an 8+ member sales team, fostering a culture of high performance and client focus while also overseeing the marketing team to ensure alignment with business objectives and growth strategies. - Guide sales organizational design and change initiatives to support business objectives. - Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., Marketing, Finance) to drive cohesive and effective regional sales initiatives. - Serve as a key member of the management team, contributing to strategic decisions and overall company goals. -Member of the Management Team of SITS | Traxion. -Member of the Senior leadership team of the SITS Group. #IAM #IGA #IdM #AM #PAM #Crypto #SailPoint #Omada #Saviynt #Microsoft #CyberArk #Delinea #Ping #Okta #Thales #Keyfactor
Leading a multidisciplinary organization of professionals across Software Engineering, Cybersecurity Consultancy & Engineering (Crypto), and IT Managed Services. Driving client satisfaction, business growth, and the continuous professionalization of our services and teams. Act as the key liaison between SITS | Traxion and our clients - translating business needs into impactful service offerings in close collaboration with our sales team. I oversee project delivery, monitor performance metrics, and foster a culture of engagement and excellence to ensure we deliver high-quality, value-driven solutions. What I do? - Actively engage in customer-facing activities, including presales engagements and stakeholder management. - Foster strong relationships with clients, building closer relations and enhancing client knowledge. - Identify client needs and opportunities, converting them into meaningful deals along with the sales team. - Monitor project progress and track key performance indicators set within client agreements, ensuring successful project delivery at all times. - P&L ownership for our services, including the set up and management of budgets for projects and contracts. - Oversee the implementation of internal projects, such as expanding the infrastructure network and implementing ISO standards. - Enable and coach team leads and some team members, providing tactical and strategic guidance. - Evaluate team performance, ensuring service delivery standards are met and the teams are engaged. - Drive a supportive and collaborative team culture that values self-improvement and open communication. - Collaborate with the SITS Group to bring managed services to a global scale. - Liaise with various internal stakeholders, including HR, sales, consulting, and finance. - Utilize tools and technologies to enhance collaboration and productivity. -Member of the Management Team of SITS | Traxion. -Member of the Senior leadership team of the SITS Group.
Driving revenue growth, market presence and building/maintaining a high-performing sales team is what I am striving for together with building long-lasting customer and partner relationships by developing and executing sales strategies and driving customer engagement. Being passionate about leveraging my expertise in the field to help organizations achieve their security goals. Committed to stay up to date with the latest trends and technologies and always looking for new ways to help organizations achieve their security goals and foster resilience. What I do? - Build and maintain strong client relationships by understanding and meeting client needs with tailored solutions. - Drive new client acquisition and retention by identifying and securing high-impact business opportunities. - Oversee P&L, budgets, and targets for BENE region sales, enhancing growth through cross-selling and upselling of our entire portfolio of IT-Security services. - Lead sales processes, manage high-volume deals, and handle decision-making and escalations for all sales activities. - Align with international Sales Leads and manage stakeholder relationships to ensure effective cross-country sales initiatives. - Lead and mentor an 8+ member sales team, fostering a culture of high performance and client focus while also overseeing the marketing team to ensure alignment with business objectives and growth strategies. - Guide sales organizational design and change initiatives to support business objectives. - Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., Marketing, Finance) to drive cohesive and effective regional sales initiatives. - Serve as a key member of the management team, contributing to strategic decisions and overall company goals. -Member of the Management Team of SITS | Traxion. -Member of the Senior leadership team of the SITS Group. #IAM #IGA #IdM #AM #PAM #Crypto #SailPoint #Omada #Saviynt #Microsoft #CyberArk #Delinea #Ping #Okta #Thales #Keyfactor
I held end-to-end responsibility for all client-related activities within the Identity and Access Management (IAM) domain, covering both project-based implementations (CHANGE) and ongoing operational services (RUN). I was accountable for the strategic execution of contractual commitments and the delivery of measurable outcomes, acting as the primary liaison between clients and SecurITโs delivery organization. My role focused on strengthening client relationships, safeguarding service quality, and driving financial performance. I operated as a strategic partner to clients across various sectors with a strong focus on long-term value creation and service expansion. Responsibilities and achievements: - Ensured alignment between client expectations and service delivery, resulting in high customer satisfaction and long-term partnerships. - Defined and negotiated service objectives and commercial frameworks, translating them into formal agreements (e.g., SLAs, purchase orders, and work orders). - Managed strategic resource planning and capacity alignment to ensure timely and high-quality service delivery. - Led and supported key commercial initiatives, including bid management and strategic tenders. - Contributed to organizational growth through policy development and strategic workforce planning. - Played a pivotal role in talent acquisition and professional development, applying the TMA (Talent Motivation Analysis) methodology to enhance team effectiveness. - Conducted structured performance and development cycles for a multidisciplinary team of 15+ IAM professionals (Architects, Engineers, Consultants, Support). - Promoted a collaborative, high-performance culture and continuous improvement of internal delivery processes. - Delivered strategic reporting and insights to internal stakeholders and executive leadership. - Served as a member of the SecurIT Management Team, contributing to business strategy and operational direction (2015โ2017).