Cloud security consulting
Your path to secure cloud transformation
Security that doesn't slow down your business
For us, honest cloud security consulting doesn't start with the tool, but with the real business value. We don't provide you with 100-page reports for the drawer, but a crisp, prioritized list of measures. This enables you to justify budgets on a sound basis and know exactly where the problem really lies.
Less technology. Better business.
Your benefits from professional cloud security consulting
In just a few days instead of weeks, you receive a structured risk overview with clear priorities. The results are prepared for management and formulated in such a way that they can also be understood and decided upon outside of IT.
We deliver an actionable list of measures with transparent costs, high benefits and all dependencies. Cloud-native controls are used where they really make sense - without any technical baggage.
We ensure that security concepts remain realistic and operable in day-to-day business. The focus is on IAM, zero trust and incident response - accompanied by an implementation that can withstand the rigors of day-to-day business.
We don't make ourselves irreplaceable, but pass on knowledge in a targeted manner. With our workshops and open source tools, we empower your team to simply rock cloud security themselves in future - without dependencies.
Thanks to the in-depth expertise of the MaibornWolff team, we were able to meet the IT security requirements in a short space of time. The collaboration with our team worked well, as the security engineers responded flexibly to requirements. On the basis of the threat analysis, we can also plan how we can position ourselves for the future in terms of IT security.
Cloud security is an issue when...
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...your IT landscape has grown "organically" over the years (and you lack an overview).
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...regulatory requirements hang over you like the sword of Damocles.
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...you want to know where the real risks lie instead of just having abstract compliance discussions.
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The result: C-level and staff units know where the fire is. Your teams receive the necessary orientation and know exactly what to do next.
We record your situation, consolidate existing information and deliver a prioritized list of measures with an economic assessment. Minimal effort for your team, maximum clarity for your decisions.
Cloud security consulting clearly structured, effectively implemented
Cloud security needs orientation instead of actionism. In our approach, we combine a holistic view of your IT landscape with clear prioritization according to risk and impact. The result is well-founded decisions and actionable measures - from the initial classification to sustainable anchoring in operations.
We don't start with tools or catalogs of measures, but with your actual risks. Instead of going through possible security measures and looking for suitable risks, we first analyze your critical assets, real threats and the impact on your business. On this basis, we develop prioritized, comprehensible measures - without unnecessary complexity.
Many companies work in hybrid or multi-cloud environments with historically grown access structures. IAM foundations are often unclear, data is not consistently classified and regulatory requirements are increasing. Security is in place - but not transparent, not prioritized and difficult to argue for internally.
We make visible where the real risks lie, what dependencies exist and what level of security is actually being achieved. This creates a reliable basis for decision-making instead of additional tools or selective measures. Managers know where the problem lies - teams know where to start.
We do not view IAM, zero-trust approaches, cloud-native controls, logging, monitoring and incident response in isolation, but in combination. In this way, we avoid isolated solutions and create a security architecture that remains consistent, operable and expandable.
Security is only effective if it is anchored in operations. Governance, DevSecOps and automation ensure that defined measures are permanently effective and remain stable even in the event of changes. Compliance is the result of good security - not an end in itself.
Our cloud security projects at a glance
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To the BMW referenceVirtualization of software testing for control units in the AWS cloudCloudEmbedded Systems & RoboticsQuality EngineeringTo the BMW referenceDigital twin for control unit development & testing in cars
To the BMW referenceVirtualization of control units & AWS cloud integration
To the BMW referenceSetup of virtual cars & control units without expensive hardware setups, worldwide & distributed testing
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To the STARTRAIFF referenceSTARTRAIFF: Business Intelligence for the sales forceCloudData/Data PlatformsAppsTo the STARTRAIFF referenceAggregation of internal customer data & external data in a single web application
To the STARTRAIFF referenceData bundling & analysis with Amazon Bedrock
To the STARTRAIFF referenceIntuitive user interface for sales, 88% reduced preparation time before customer visits
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To the MAN referenceMAN - ATLAS L4. Control Center for the autonomous truckCloudData/Data PlatformsAppsTo the MAN referenceControl center for the technical monitoring of driverless trucks
To the MAN referenceUX design, product strategy, data structure, vehicle data visualization
To the MAN referenceMonitoring, remote support, mission management, reports for commercial autonomous transport solutions
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To the NOW referenceNOW: National Organization for Change in Mobility: development of a data warehouse systemCloudData/Data PlatformsIT Consulting & StrategyTo the NOW referenceData foundation for nationwide charging infrastructure in Germany
To the NOW referenceCloud data warehouse for integration & analysis of many diverse data sources (AWS)
To the NOW referenceSolid architecture, single point of truth ensures data-based evaluation of charging station demand
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To the NETZSCH referenceNETZSCH: Development of an IoT platformCloudData/Data PlatformsIoTTo the NETZSCH referenceUnified IoT platform for 3 business units, harmonization of existing IoT solutions
To the NETZSCH referenceIoT device connectivity, visualization software for data analysis, cloud infrastructure, operations
To the NETZSCH referenceQuick testing in the cloud infrastructure, fast integration of use cases such as predictive maintenance, process optimizations, etc.
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To the OroraTech referenceOroraTech - Security & Compliance SupportCloudCybersecurityIT Consulting & StrategyTo the OroraTech referenceRisk threat analyses for satellite startup
To the OroraTech referenceSecurity process definition, IT security risk register, action plan
To the OroraTech referenceFuture-proof IT security for successful growth
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To the TKE referenceTK Elevator: Health Check Connectivity for the IoT gateway of elevatorsCybersecurityIoTEmbedded Systems & RoboticsTo the TKE referenceIoT gateway (MAX Box) for data connection between elevator & IoT platform
To the TKE referenceExamination of code quality, architecture, operations & organization
To the TKE referenceOptimization of IoT gateway connectivity & digitalization of elevators
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To inCTRL referenceinCTRL Solutions: Modernization of the IoT platform for water treatment plantsCloudIoTIT ModernizationTo inCTRL referenceIoT & software modernization, integration of new functions
To inCTRL referenceData warehouse setup, integration of microservices, automated quality assurance, Continuous Integration & Continuous Deployment (CI/CD)
To inCTRL referenceImproved resilience, maintainability & further development capability of the platform
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To the Health.exe referenceHealth.exe: AI-supported platform creates training plans for patientsCloudData/Data PlatformsAppsTo the Health.exe referenceAI-supported service for orthopedic & sports medicine practices
To the Health.exe referenceCloud-based web application for doctors for the automated, evidence-based creation of individually tailored patient training plans
To the Health.exe referenceNew revenue source without fixed costs, higher patient retention, AI-supported & guideline-based
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See MAN referenceMAN: Efficient threat analysis for control unitsCybersecurityIoTEmbedded Systems & RoboticsSee MAN referenceProtection of digitalized trucks against virtual attacks
See MAN referenceRisk analysis based on 4x6 methodology, ThreatSea, ISO21434
See MAN referenceQuick identification of relevant threats for immediately effective security measures
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See Siemens referenceSiemens: AI demand prediction platform for industrial production planningCloudData/Data PlatformsIndustry 4.0See Siemens referenceMachine learning for time series forecasting
See Siemens referenceAutoML for automated adaptation of models to different data
See Siemens referenceUnified, scalable solution, optimized inventory costs, efficiency gains
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See Miele referenceMiele domestic appliances are networked worldwideCloudIoTEmbedded Systems & RoboticsSee Miele referenceFurther development of the IoT platform for connected home appliances
See Miele referenceContainer-based architecture, open standards, modular design
See Miele referenceQuick availability & scalability of digital services, high added value for users
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See STIHL referenceSTIHL: Control iMOW robotic mower via appCloudAppsIoTSee STIHL referenceControl and configuration of the robotic mower via smartphone
See STIHL referenceDevelopment of app, web, cloud platform and direct Bluetooth communication
See STIHL referenceDigital benefits for users, app controllability, remote software updates
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See ifm services referenceifm services: Remote maintenance of systems and machinesCloudIoTEmbedded Systems & RoboticsSee ifm services referenceFully integrated remote access in the IoT platform
See ifm services referenceFull stack cloud application, RUST-based clients, UX design
See ifm services referenceAnalysis of sensor data from production as a basis for sustainable decisions for customers
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See DER Touristik referenceDER Touristik Online: Development and migration of a multi-client capable travel booking platformCloudWeb & Portal PlatformsIT ScalingSee DER Touristik referenceConsolidation of websites onto a scalable travel booking platform
See DER Touristik referenceMulti-tenant platform in microservice architecture, cloud infrastructure & migration (AWS), digital design, testing
See DER Touristik referenceModern user experience, forward-looking travel experience platform
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See MAN referenceMAN: Secure Software Development Life CycleCybersecurityIT Consulting & StrategyQuality EngineeringSee MAN referenceProtection of digitalized vehicles against virtual attacks & digital threats
See MAN referenceSSDLC in vehicle backend systems (UNECE R155), cybersecurity management system
See MAN referenceGuidelines, methodologies & tools for independent risk identification, assessment & treatment by employees
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See Bayernwerk referenceBayernwerk: Knowledge management via teamsCloudIT Consulting & StrategyIT ModernizationSee Bayernwerk referenceTeams app for service technicians
See Bayernwerk referenceUser-centered, intuitive UX/UI design
See Bayernwerk referenceIdentification & utilization of implicit knowledge within the company
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See Es geht LOS referenceEs geht LOS: Development of a cloud-based application for citizen participationCloudAppsWeb & Portal PlatformsSee Es geht LOS referenceApp for digitalizing lottery-based participation processes for municipalities
See Es geht LOS referenceDigital Garage, AWS Amplify & Google Maps integration, MVP in just 5 weeks
See Es geht LOS referenceSelection, contact & user management via the app: data-secure, efficient, user-friendly
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See referenceMonitoring alarms in industrial plantsCybersecurityIoTEmbedded Systems & RoboticsSee referenceLive monitoring platform for visualizing connected warning devices
See referenceAutomation & cloud services (MS Azure), API management
See referenceAlarms visible worldwide within seconds, multi-tenant system
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See referenceGlobal workforce planning systemCloudData/Data PlatformsPublic/AdministrationSee referenceCentralized web-based IT system to replace individual isolated solutions
See referenceEvent sourcing for planning & analytics, domain-driven design, cloud migration
See referenceEasy updates, expansion, maintenance, optimized security
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See DER Touristik referenceDER Touristik: Become a digital travel companion in 7 monthsCloudAppsWeb & Portal PlatformsSee DER Touristik referenceApp for digital customer support before, during & after the trip
See DER Touristik referenceCross-platform app with Flutter, UX/UI design, requirements engineering
See DER Touristik referenceArchitecture flexibly integrates and extends to many languages, countries & brands
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See DEKRA referenceDEKRA: Modern enterprise architecture thanks to co-creationCloudIT Consulting & StrategyIT ModernizationSee DEKRA referenceOperational & technical harmonization of the legacy IT landscape
See DEKRA referenceEnterprise architecture as co-creation by the lead architects of all IT business units
See DEKRA referenceEA community worldwide for all operational units
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See BMW Group referenceBMW Group: Remote software upgrade for vehiclesCloudCybersecurityIoTSee BMW Group referenceSoftware upgrades without the need to visit a service center
See BMW Group referenceBackend system for over-the-air communication with the vehicle, 24/7 support
See BMW Group referenceIT security, more comfort, on-demand provision of new features
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See digikoo referencedigikoo: A data platform for the Azure CloudCloudData/Data PlatformsIT Consulting & StrategySee digikoo referenceData-based information for planning & implementing the climate transition for the public sector & energy providers
See digikoo referenceScalable foundation data platform on MS Azure for migrating & automating differently formatted geo-data into a structured data schema
See digikoo referenceQuality-checked data, provision in the form of the target data model, robust, scalable database & infrastructure
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See Creditreform referenceCreditreform: Secure proof of identity on the webCybersecurityWeb & Portal PlatformsBanking/Insurance/FSISee Creditreform referenceFast, customer-friendly & fraud-proof digital identity verification
See Creditreform referencePilot for the forgery-proof storage & management of identity & company information in a Decentralized Identity (DID)
See Creditreform referenceVerified data reusable across different providers
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See Weidmüller referenceWeidmüller: Progression of the Industrial Service PlatformCloudIoTWeb & Portal PlatformsSee Weidmüller referenceCreation of a centralized, intuitive, expandable portal as the foundation for industrial applications (remote access, data visualization, ML)
See Weidmüller referenceExploration, setup & further development of the base platform for industrial services
See Weidmüller referenceInnovative portal for end-to-end solutions, MVP in just 7 months
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To the FinOps referenceTravel information systems: 25 percent savings in cloud costs and stable operation thanks to FinOpsCloudIT Consulting & StrategyWeb & Portal PlatformsTo the FinOps referenceAlignment of the distributed travel information system with many data sources & target groups on the AWS cloud
To the FinOps referenceFinOps: cost transparency, cloud strategy, system & architecture design, usage-based operating times, early anomaly detection
To the FinOps referenceCost transparency at team level, lean operating processes, robust observability
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To the FinOps referenceSupply chain management: Reducing cloud operating costs by 50 percent with FinOpsCloudData/Data PlatformsIT Consulting & StrategyTo the FinOps referenceReduction of costs caused by over-dimensioning & manual processes, establishment of transparency
To the FinOps referenceTargeted process modernization, automation & rightsizing
To the FinOps referenceAnnual cloud operating cost reduction: 400,000 EUR, scalability, reliability
Cloud security assessment: identifying risks, prioritizing measures
We record your situation, consolidate existing information and deliver a prioritized list of measures with an economic assessment. Minimal effort for your team, maximum clarity for your decisions. Whether the results are used for a migration or to secure the existing situation - you gain focus without unnecessary technical baggage.
We analyze your cloud risks based on business processes, data and realistic threat scenarios. The assessment is carried out in a comprehensible manner according to the impact and probability of occurrence. The result provides a basis for well-founded decisions instead of abstract compliance discussions.
We look at the existing cloud structures and security foundations. The focus is on identities, access models and the question of whether basic security mechanisms have been properly implemented. The aim is to identify weaknesses in established structures and avoid unnecessary or incorrectly prioritized measures.
We examine how security incidents are recognized and handled today. The focus here is on existing monitoring and the handling of security incidents. The background to this is that many companies have deficits here despite using the cloud and only recognize the need for action after an incident.
Frequently asked questions about cloud security consulting
When is the right time for a cloud security consultation?
Ideally before major migrations, platform changes or the productive use of sensitive data. In practice, however, many companies approach MaibornWolff after a security incident, during audit preparation or under regulatory pressure. Cloud security consulting is useful both preventively and reactively.
Is cloud security different from traditional IT security?
Not fundamentally. Cloud security follows the same security principles as traditional IT security. The difference lies less in the what than in the how: in cloud environments, existing weaknesses - for example in access rights or monitoring - become visible more quickly. It is therefore crucial to carry out thorough groundwork instead of developing new security concepts.Is cloud security also relevant for smaller companies?
Yes, especially when cloud services map business-critical processes or personal data. This often includes seemingly harmless applications such as file and data exchange platforms, online translation tools, collaboration software, CRM or accounting systems from the cloud. Even smaller organizations benefit from clear access models, clean IAM and transparent risk assessment - often with manageable effort.Can cloud security also be implemented sensibly in multi-cloud environments?
Yes, but it requires a consistent security model across multiple providers. Consistent principles for IAM, logging, monitoring and incident response are crucial. Cloud security consulting helps to bridge differences between platforms and make complexity manageable