Michael Schäfer
Senior IT Infrastructure Specialist | Frankfurt Office
Areas of Expertise
IT Infrastructure Design & Management, Data Center Operations, Cloud Security & Architecture, Network Security Implementation, Disaster Recovery Planning.
Professional Profile
Michael Schäfer is an IT infrastructure specialist responsible for maintaining secure and reliable technical systems for our Frankfurt office and case management operations. With 15 years of experience, Michael ensures that sensitive client data and case files are protected by state-of-the-art security measures.
His expertise in cloud security, data center management, and disaster recovery has been critical in maintaining the confidentiality and integrity of sensitive legal information. Michael's proactive approach to IT security has prevented potential data breaches and ensured uninterrupted service during critical investigations.
Background & Career Highlights
Before joining our firm, Michael worked as IT Infrastructure Manager for financial services companies and international law firms. He has designed and implemented secure IT environments for organizations handling highly sensitive data, led cloud migration projects involving petabytes of legal documents, and developed disaster recovery plans tested through multiple successful drills. His infrastructure improvements have increased system uptime to 99.9% and reduced security incidents to near zero.
Education & Certifications
B.Sc. in Computer Science, Technical University of Darmstadt; Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert; Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP).
Professional Memberships
German Informatics Society (GI); ISACA (Information Systems Audit and Control Association); Cloud Security Alliance.
Contact Information
Email: michael.schaefer@mandrel-law.com
Office: Frankfurt, Germany
Languages: German, English