Winfried Neessen
About Winfried Neessen
Winfried Neessen serves as the Director of Information Security at Cleverbridge, where he has worked since 2013. He has extensive experience in IT and network security, particularly with UNIX systems, and has held various roles in network architecture and administration since 2004.
Current Role as Director Information Security
Winfried Neessen has held the position of Director Information Security at Cleverbridge since 2013. In this role, he oversees the security protocols and strategies within the organization, ensuring that information systems are protected against potential threats. His extensive background in IT and network security supports his responsibilities in this position, particularly his expertise in UNIX operating systems.
Previous Experience at Cleverbridge
Before becoming the Director Information Security, Winfried Neessen worked at Cleverbridge as a Network Architect from 2009 to 2013. During his four years in this role, he contributed to the design and implementation of network solutions, enhancing the company's infrastructure in the Cologne Area, Germany.
Professional Background in IT Security and Administration
Winfried Neessen has a diverse background in IT security and network administration. He worked as a Senior UNIX- and Networks Administrator at Digital River GmbH from 2004 to 2007 and as a Senior UNIX Administrator at SuccessFactors from 2007 to 2009. His experience includes managing database systems like MySQL, PostgreSQL, and Oracle, as well as web and application servers such as Apache and nginx.
Education and Training in Business and IT
Winfried Neessen studied at Berufsbildende Schulen I Leer, where he completed an apprenticeship as a business merchant from 1997 to 2000. This foundational education provided him with essential skills in business operations, which he later applied in his IT career.
Technical Skills and Expertise
Winfried Neessen possesses a high level of expertise in IT and network security, particularly with UNIX operating systems, including *BSD and Linux distributions. He has advanced skills in shell scripting and programming languages such as HTML, SQL, TypeScript/JavaScript, and CSS. Additionally, he has knowledge of compliance schemas like PCI-DSS and ISAE 3402/SSAE 16/SAS 70.