IT Security Concepts

How to Increase Your IT Security Level

An increased threat landscape, NIS 2, and business partners demand a clear and well-defined IT security concept. There are many aspects to consider, such as data protection. Developing a security concept is not only time-consuming but also challenging. Small and medium-sized enterprises, in particular, often lack the resources to create comprehensive documentation. This course will help you independently develop an IT security concept that strengthens your company's overall security.

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Overview of the Training »IT Security Concepts«

Format Online or in-person
Duration Day 1 to 3, each from 09:00 to 16:00
Schedule

31.08.2026 - 02.09.2026 in Berlin (Registration until 14.08.2026)

Language German
Entry Requirements Basic knowledge of IT security

Target Group

  • Information security officers
  • Company management
Location Fraunhofer FOKUS, Kaiserin-Augusta-Allee 31, 10589 Berlin
Certificate Certificate of attendance
Participation Fee EUR 2.250- (VAT exempt under §4 No. 22 Letter a UStG)
Challenge & Solution

The Challenge:

Today, IT security plays a critical role in business operations. On the one hand, the number of threats is constantly increasing; on the other hand, relevant legal regulations—such as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the German Federal Data Protection Act (BDSG)—are being continuously tightened. As a result, business partners expect a clear and well-structured IT security concept, as the security of applications is becoming ever more important.

However, developing such a concept is not only time-consuming but also highly complex. The effort required is considerable, while small and medium-sized enterprises in particular often lack sufficient resources to create the necessary documentation in full.

The Solution:

This training equips you with the essential skills and knowledge to independently develop IT security concepts that genuinely enhance organizational security and provide optimal protection against potential threats. You will learn how to analyze your business processes in depth and proactively identify and close potential security gaps.

Your benefits at a glance

After the training, you will be able to …

  • effectively develop comprehensive security concepts.
  • strengthen IT security using current, proven best practices.

This training provides you with …

  • a step-by-step, systematic approach to developing an IT security concept.
  • a deep understanding of how to structure business processes.
  • a clear methodology for identifying and systematizing security vulnerabilities, as well as for conducting security checks and risk analyses.
Trainer

Sebastian Breu, M.Sc. in Business Informatics, is a research associate at the Cybersecurity Learning Lab at the Fraunhofer Institute for Open Communication Systems FOKUS in Berlin. He is a lecturer in information security and security management at the Berlin University of Applied Sciences (HTW Berlin). Previously, he worked for many years in the IT department of a public-sector institution, serving as IT Security Officer and Data Protection Officer. In addition, he has been working as a freelance consultant for IT infrastructure and IT security for several years.

Sebastian Wedell, M.Sc. in Business Informatics, has been working at the Fraunhofer Institute for Open Communication Systems FOKUS in Berlin since 2023. He is also co-founder and managing director of hiryze, a platform for mental fitness, where he has gained expertise in leadership, marketing, project management, and interdisciplinary collaboration. At Fraunhofer FOKUS, he is responsible for the organization and marketing of learning units. As part of his work, he focuses on artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML). He also has practical experience in IT operations and is a certified Scrum Master and Product Owner.

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Contact

Contact Press / Media

Anne Halbich

Fraunhofer Institute for Open Communication Systems
Kaiserin-Augusta-Allee 31
10589 Berlin, Germany

Phone +493034637346

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