Michael Piotraschke
About Michael Piotraschke
Michael Piotraschke is a Corporate Account Executive at SoSafe Cyber Security Awareness, where he has worked since 2021. He has a background in the German Airforce and extensive experience in cybersecurity, particularly in analyzing phishing attacks and their trends during crises.
Work at SoSafe
Michael Piotraschke has been serving as a Corporate Account Executive at SoSafe Cyber Security Awareness since 2021. In this role, he focuses on enhancing cyber security awareness among organizations, particularly in the context of increasing cyber threats. His tenure at SoSafe has been marked by a commitment to educating clients about the risks associated with cyber attacks and the importance of proactive measures to mitigate these risks.
Previous Experience in the German Airforce
Prior to his current role, Michael Piotraschke worked at the Luftwaffe - German Airforce as a Stabsdienstsoldat im Führungszentrum der Luftwaffe from 2007 to 2010. This experience provided him with a foundation in structured operational environments and strategic communication, which are valuable in his current position in cyber security.
Career at Concertare Beratungs- und Dienstleistungsgesellschaft mbH
From 2014 to 2017, Michael Piotraschke held the position of Assistent der Geschäftsleitung at Concertare Beratungs- und Dienstleistungsgesellschaft mbH. In this capacity, he supported the management team and contributed to various operational initiatives, enhancing his skills in organizational management and client relations.
Education and Expertise
Michael Piotraschke studied at RWTH Aachen University, where he earned a degree in Wirtschaftswissenschaften from 2010 to 2014. His academic background in economics has equipped him with analytical skills that are applicable in understanding market trends and the economic implications of cyber threats.
Research and Insights on Cybersecurity
Michael Piotraschke has conducted significant research on cybersecurity, particularly focusing on phishing attacks. He identified a 30% higher success rate of phishing attacks in hospitals and conducted a study with 5,000 participants to analyze public click behavior on phishing emails. His findings indicate that digital natives aged 18 to 29 exhibit a higher click rate on phishing emails, underscoring the need for targeted awareness campaigns.