André Küster
About André Küster
André Küster is the Head of Enterprise Application Integration at thyssenkrupp in Essen, Germany, with over 20 years of experience in the IT industry, focusing on SAP and enterprise application integration.
Current Role as Head Of Enterprise Application Integration
André Küster currently serves as the Head of Enterprise Application Integration at thyssenkrupp, based in Essen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. In this role, he oversees the enterprise application integration strategies and operations, ensuring seamless functionality across the company's various systems. His focus involves managing large-scale IT projects, systems integration, and aligning IT services with business objectives to drive efficiency and innovation within the enterprise.
Previous Roles within thyssenkrupp
Prior to his current position, André Küster worked as an SAP Enterprise Architect at thyssenkrupp for five years, from 2015 to 2020. During his tenure in this role, he specialized in developing and implementing SAP architecture solutions, working on numerous projects that aimed to optimize and enhance the company's enterprise resource planning systems. This experience laid the groundwork for his transition to his current leadership position in enterprise application integration.
Tenure as Senior Consultant & Project Manager at Atos
From 2011 to 2015, André Küster held the position of Senior Consultant & Project Manager at Atos in the Düsseldorf Area, Germany. In this capacity, he was responsible for managing diverse IT projects, providing consultancy services, and offering strategic IT solutions to clients. His time at Atos allowed him to hone his skills in project management, consultancy, and customer relationship management, contributing to his extensive experience in the IT sector.
Early Career at Siemens and secunet Security Networks AG
André Küster's early career began at Siemens, where he served as an SAP Consultant both in the Greater Atlanta Area and Thailand from 2004 to 2011. His role involved implementing SAP solutions and providing consultancy services. Prior to his time at Siemens, he worked as an IT Security Specialist at secunet Security Networks AG in the Dresden Area, Germany, from 2002 to 2004. These positions provided him with a solid foundation in IT security and SAP systems, shaping his future career path.
Educational Background in Commercial Information Technology
André Küster studied at Hochschule für Technik und Wirtschaft Dresden, where he pursued a degree in Commercial Information Technology. He graduated with a Wirtschaftsinformatik Diplom (FH) after six years of study, from 1998 to 2004. His academic background equipped him with the technical knowledge and expertise required to navigate the complex world of enterprise IT systems and integrations.