Security Awareness
Knowledge, not perception, creates security!
Understanding risks
Recognising threats
Acting with confidence
Building awareness and knowledge
About me
For me, security is more than a profession; it is a responsibility to help make the world a secure place.
My career has taken me from a medium-sized security systems provider in the north of Germany, to working with major international corporations across Europe. Along the way, I have learned that the foundation of good consulting is simple: listen carefully, understand the real challenge, and never lose sight of the people behind it.
My aim is not only to develop the right security solution, but to give organizations and their teams the knowledge and confidence to make informed decisions and manage security successfully in the long term.
I strongly believe that effective security is rarely a question of technology alone. It is about bringing together technology, processes, people, compliance, and business requirements to create solutions that work in practice. This is where I support my clients, combining experience, passion, and an independent perspective to create sustainable value. Because effective security goes beyond protecting buildings and assets, it strengthens business continuity, builds resilience, and ultimately contributes to long-term business success.
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Expertise
Physical security, Security technology, Global Security Technology Program, Security Strategy (standardization), Governance function, Executive Advisory, Security assessments and reviews, Process optimization
Personal competence profile
30+ years of experience in the security industry
Strategic and entrepreneurial mindset
Strong analytical capabilities
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Strong commercial acumen and cost awareness
Proven leadership experience
Extensive project management expertise
Decisive, results-driven and highly effective in execution
High emotional intelligence and an empathetic approach
Extensive global security industry network, including relationships with global accounts, manufacturers, system integrators, industry associations and professional committees
Career highlights
DHL Group Corporate Security, Senior Security Expert
e-shelter Security, Sales and IoT Engineer
Convergint Technologies, Commercial Manager Germany
KÖTTER Security, Team Lead Global Accounts
Professional expertise
Access control: C-CURE, LENELS2, Genetec, Avigilon, HW Pro-Watch, AssaAbloy, DormaKaba
Video: AXIS, Avigilon, Dallmeier, Genetec, Geutebrück, Hanwha, Keenfinity, Milestone
Intercom: Alphacom, Commend, 2N
Others: PSIM, Winguard, Essentry, BoonEdam, Wanzl
Guidelines: German VdS, Technical expertise regarding fire protection doors, escape and rescue routes, hold-open applications, TAPA FSR 2023 (certified)
and much more…
Services
Prevention
Specific actions reduce security gaps.
Risk assessment
Security Health Check
Identification of security vulnerabilities
Design of preventive actions
Security strategy
Objectives and priorities provide direction.
Strategic, sustainable alignment
Technology standardisation
Governance and guidelines
Cost optimisation
Guidance
Reliable, proactive and forward-thinking advisory.
End-to-end guidance
Project management
Technical and commercial advisory
Reviews and audits
Process
1
Listen. Understand. Define.
I listen first. Every successful solution starts with exploring your needs. Whether through personal dialogue, an on-site assessment, or tailored workshops, we identify your specific requirements and priorities. Together, we define clear objectives and create the framework for the next steps.
2
Analyze. Develop. Align.
We conduct an in-depth analysis of your current situation, translate findings into a practical and implementable concept tailored to your specific needs. Together, we develop the right approach, whether this involves standardizing technologies incl. establishing manufacturer agreements across your organization or designing a dedicated solution for a specific site or project.
3
Evaluate. Decide. Execute.
Where required, I support you in preparing a structured Request for Proposal (RFP) or tender and provide an independent evaluation of supplier proposals from both a technical and commercial perspective. This creates transparency and provides a sound basis for selecting the solution and partner that best meet your requirements.
During implementation, I continue to support you throughout the project, helping to ensure that the agreed concept is successfully turned into reality. From the first decision to successful completion, I am by your side.
References
“Having worked with Tanja as a client many years ago, I already knew and greatly valued her reliability and professionalism. I was therefore delighted to have the opportunity to bring her expertise into our Corporate Security organization.
From day one, Tanja impressed us with her exceptional expertise, professionalism, and empathetic approach. She is a true expert in her field, with a unique ability to navigate complex topics, drive them forward with focus and clarity, and engage the right people along the way.
Her contribution has been exceptional and has created tangible, long-term value for DHL Group. I recommend Tanja wholeheartedly and without reservation.”
[Frank Ewald]
Head of Corporate Security [DHL Group]
Bonn, Germany
“Tanja provided us with outstanding technical expertise throughout the project. Her detailed and clear explanations gave me the knowledge and confidence to plan the solution that best met our requirements.
Her independent assessment of supplier proposals, combined with the technical clarification meetings she led with potential suppliers, was particularly valuable in creating transparency and ensuring we had all the relevant information needed to make a sound decision.
Tanja’s experience, commitment, and exceptional accessibility were instrumental in supporting us throughout the solution design and tendering process. I greatly appreciate her contribution and look forward to benefiting from her expertise again in future projects.”
[Anonym]
Security Manager, [Anonym]
Ljubljana, Slovenia
“I am pleased to recommend Tanja for exceptional consulting and support in security technology, her expertise and dedication have proven invaluable to our organization and allowed us to complete both projects in a timely manner and generate significant savings. From our initial engagement, she demonstrated a deep understanding of our unique security challenges. She managed to respond to branch requests, helped us understand priorities and deliver our demands properly to our suppliers. I will be looking forward to working with her on upcoming projects.”
[Anonym]
Sourcing Manager, [Anonym]
Budapest, Hungary
“From the first meeting Tanja was full of enthusiasm and positivity, and we swiftly understood that she has knowledge and skills – just in the field we so badly needed. Her analytic approach, professionalism and continuous support combined with her passion, energy and friendliness have ever since the first meeting been 100%. Some time, she told us she would like to visit us –three days for three site surveys. I thought wow…is that really necessary. We hugged farewell at the airport – after three days! We didn’t have one spare minute but still managed to complete all the planned tasks. We had a project I was really proud being part of, and I felt very well taken care of and convinced that this will fly. I will spread the word, because I really hope that even more of my counterparts can take advantage from such support.”
[Anonym]
Security & Contingency Planning Manager, [Anonym]
Oslo, Norway
