Specialised in Business IT since 1995
My name is Axel Hinz, providing service as a Network Security Architect with expertise in firewalls, proxys, WAFs and lots more – Taking over responsibility, also as Technical Project Manager.
My focus areas include regulatory compliance and complex network solutions. My experience encompasses international projects across various industries and all company sizes.My key to success: the combination of solid technical know-how, team spirit, transparency, and clear communication.
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Start-Up
Born in 1972 in Solingen, raised in Hilden
The early years
High school graduation 1992
Apprenticeship: Management assistant in advertising
Master’s degree in humanities
Business & IT
Business IT knowledge since 1990
Self-employed IT professional since 1995
GmbH (Limited) since 2016
Focus
Network Security Architect
Firewalls
Proxies
Web Application Firewalls
Architecture
Technical Project Management
Documentation
Experience
IT Consultant
Freelance IT Consultant with extensive experience in regulatory frameworks including Bafin, ECB, BSI, Kritis etc. | Sub-project management | Technical project management | Personnel responsibility
Axel Hinz IT GmbH
Freelance Network Security Architect
References
Enterprise, mid-market or SME — I value all company sizes and love the variety of different industries.
Skills
It’s all about people – work with personality
Success is built on collaboration. Beyond professionalism and technical expertise, I place the highest value on personal communication and transparent, partnership-based working relationships.
Private Life
Privately, I love loud sounds and maritime activities — I am a drummer in a band an enthusiastic sailor.