Michael Kirsch is one of the leading experts for information security and compliance in German industry. With his many years of experience, he supports companies from the automotive industry, critical infrastructures and the healthcare sector in the implementation of modern, practical and auditable security concepts. As founder and managing director of MLYK Consulting, he supports organizations in the introduction and further development of information security management systems (ISMS), the establishment of supplier-specific security requirements and the implementation of regulatory requirements.

His expertise includes the TISAX®, ISO/IEC 27001, ISO 42001, ISO 62443, ISO 21434 and BSI IT-Grundschutz standards. With a particular focus on the interfaces between purchasing, quality and IT, Michael Kirsch knows how to make complex regulatory requirements tangible and integrate them into established management systems such as QMS, CMS or ICS.

In addition to his work as a management consultant, he is also a cybersecurity expert for the EU Commission, an active member of the CYSIS and BSI KRITIS working groups and a certified trainer for TISAX® and ISO 27001 at the TÜV Süd Academy. Through his dedicated participation in national and international expert committees, he makes a significant contribution to the further development of security-relevant standards and processes.

Presentation focus:

  • Development of an integrated supplier ISMS based on TISAX®, ISO/IEC 27001 and VDA ISA
  • Anchoring information security and compliance requirements in purchasing, quality and development
  • Development and implementation of maturity models, control processes and audit preparation for Tier 1 and Tier 2 suppliers
  • Effective integration of information security into existing management systems

Michael Kirsch stands for sound know-how, strategic foresight and clear language – always with a view to feasibility and long-term impact.