Ralf Dieffenbach
Puchheim
Summary
Experienced Security Engineer and Consultant with 25 years of expertise in IT security, cloud solutions, and network infrastructure. Proven track record in presales, partner enablement, technical training, and cloud security consulting. Recognized as a top authority on cloud technologies, praised for outstanding communication and technical skills.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
12
12
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
Sales Engineer, Commercial Team
Check Point Software Technologies GmbH
01.2024 - Current
- Responsible for partners and customers in the commercial segment
- Conduct proof-of-value installations at customer sites
- Deliver partner and customer trainings
- Support partner events and trade fairs
Subject Matter Expert for Cloud
Check Point Software Technologies GmbH
12.2023 - Current
- Support colleagues with limited cloud expertise in implementing cloud solutions
- Assist with proof-of-value (POV) projects
- Advise partners and end customers on cloud security topics
Health and Safety Officer
Check Point Software Technologies GmbH
12.2021 - Current
- Appointed as Health and Safety Representative
- Ensure compliance with internal safety regulations
- Coordinate safety initiatives within the company
Security Engineer, Channel Team
Check Point Software Technologies GmbH
07.2010 - 12.2023
- Presales support for resellers and distributors
- Conduct proof-of-concept installations for partners and end customers
- Deliver high-level product and technology training for the channel
Senior Security Consultant
Westcon Security Germany
05.2003 - 06.2010
- Presales support for resellers and end customers
- Deployment of security environments at customer sites
- Organize and deliver vendor-specific trainings (Check Point, Nokia, Bluecoat, Juniper, Barracuda, Phion)
- Manage German training operations
Security Consultant
Netstuff GmbH
04.2000 - 04.2003
- Presales support for resellers and end customers
- Installation and support for security products (Checkpoint, Nokia, etc.)
- Deliver vendor-specific trainings
Network Specialist
/N/I/S Deutschland GmbH
08.1997 - 03.2000
- Deployment of network infrastructures
- Organize and deliver vendor-independent trainings
Communications Electrician
Rudolf Fritz
09.1994 - 08.1995
- Installation of fiber and copper communication networks
Civilian Service
German Red Cross
03.1993 - 05.1994
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Education
Certified Engineer - Computer and Network Technology
Technical College
Frankfurt Am Main, Germany 01.1995 - 1 1997
Apprenticeship -
Communications Electrician
Darmstadt, Germany 01.1989 - 1 1993
Electrical Engineering
Technical School
01.1987 - 1 1989
Secondary School
01.1982 - 1 1987
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Primary School
01.1978 - 1 1982
Skills
Proof of concept
Cloud security
Technical training
Customer relationship management
Product demonstrations
Solution selling
Technical troubleshooting
Sales team support
Certification
Check Point CCSA/CCSE (4492)
Timeline
Sales Engineer, Commercial Team
Check Point Software Technologies GmbH
01.2024 - Current
Subject Matter Expert for Cloud
Check Point Software Technologies GmbH
12.2023 - Current
Health and Safety Officer
Check Point Software Technologies GmbH
12.2021 - Current
Security Engineer, Channel Team
Check Point Software Technologies GmbH
07.2010 - 12.2023
Senior Security Consultant
Westcon Security Germany
05.2003 - 06.2010
Security Consultant
Netstuff GmbH
04.2000 - 04.2003
Network Specialist
/N/I/S Deutschland GmbH
08.1997 - 03.2000
Certified Engineer - Computer and Network Technology
Technical College
01.1995 - 1 1997
Communications Electrician
Rudolf Fritz
09.1994 - 08.1995
Civilian Service
German Red Cross
03.1993 - 05.1994
Apprenticeship -
Communications Electrician
01.1989 - 1 1993
Electrical Engineering
Technical School
01.1987 - 1 1989
Secondary School
01.1982 - 1 1987
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Primary School
01.1978 - 1 1982