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Abbas Merchant

30 Years of IT Expertise You Can Trust

With nearly 30 years of dedicated experience in IT, I offer a wealth of knowledge and proven expertise to assist with your IT challenges. My career has been characterized by a strong commitment to helping clients safeguard critical assets, develop robust security frameworks, and drive initiatives that ensure compliance and operational excellence.

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Why Choose me?

Tailored Solutions

No two businesses are identical, and a one-size-fits-all approach is not effective. By collaborating closely with you, I aim to gain a thorough understanding of your distinct challenges and provide recommendations that address your particular needs.

High Quality Service

My focus on delivering high-quality IT services ensures you receive a solution suited to your needs. With an emphasis on proactive risk management and strong security measures, I work to protect your IT environment from cyber threats.

Proven Track Record

With proven success in Identity and Access Management (IAM), Privileged Access Management (PAM), IT Security, and IT Infrastructure across industries, I offer experience and reliability, ensuring your project is in safe hands.

Expertise Across Domains

With a thorough understanding of customer experience, operational efficiency, technology, and compliance, I can offer you a holistic approach on the transformation of your organization's IT infrastructure.

Expertise in European IT Regulations

I keep up-to-date with the latest European compliance requirements, offering guidance to ensure that your IT strategy is both effective and legally sound.

International experience

With international experience and bilingual fluency in English and German, I deliver strong security solutions and ensure smooth communication across teams, helping your organization tackle global security challenges with confidence.

Adapting to an Evolving IT Landscape
My extensive experience enables me to anticipate and address emerging threats effectively. I have guided teams through complex security challenges, devised IT infrastructure and IAM/PAM strategies that align with business objectives, and established governance practices that not only meet regulatory requirements but also enhance overall organizational resilience.

Expert Guidance in IT Security and Governance
My passion lies in empowering clients to navigate the complexities of today's digital environment. With a strategic mindset and a profound understanding of IT security, IAM, PAM, and governance, I am well-prepared to contribute to and support the success of any team or project.

Connect to Achieve Your IT Goals
I invite you to connect with me to explore how I can support your organization in achieving its security and governance goals, leveraging nearly three decades of experience to provide valuable insights and guidance.

Professional Experience

Freelance IT-Security Consultant (Neuss, DE)

2023 - Today

2012 - 2023

Solutions Architect IT Security, CONET Solutions GmbH (Hennef, DE)

2011 - 2012

Senior Consultant IAM, KOGIT GmbH (Darmstadt, DE)

2011

Senior Professional Services Consultant - One Identity, Quest Software GmbH (DELL) (Köln, DE)

2009-2011

Senior Consultant IAM, CONET Solutions GmbH (Hennef, DE)

1996 - 2009

Premium Services Engineer / Technical Trainer, NOVELL GmbH (Düsseldorf, DE)

1994 - 1995

Network Engineer, Msi-Multisistema, Informática, Lda (Lisbon, PT)

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