Saskia Hoffmann

Saskia Hoffmann serves clients as a CISO and technical security expert who specializes in bridging the gap between security and compliance, making regulatory adherence simpler, more effective, and less burdensome for organizations. With a deep technical background in security program development, risk management, and security operations, she ensures that compliance frameworks like SOC 2, ISO 27001, HIPAA, and NIST are not just checkboxes—but are integrated seamlessly into business processes through strong technical controls and automation.

At BD Emerson, Saskia leverages her expertise to help organizations build resilient security programs that go beyond compliance to provide real, tangible security improvements. She works hands-on with clients to design, implement, and optimize security controls, ensuring that regulatory requirements translate into practical, scalable solutions that enhance their overall security posture.

Beyond her technical leadership, Saskia is an active advocate for diversity and inclusion in cybersecurity. She frequently speaks at women-focused cybersecurity conferences, promoting equitable access to security careers and leadership opportunities. She also lends her expertise to nonprofit organizations, helping them strengthen cybersecurity practices and protect sensitive data in resource-constrained environments.

Her ability to simplify complex security challenges, align security strategies with business objectives, and drive compliance without unnecessary friction makes her a trusted advisor to startups, SaaS companies, healthcare providers, and enterprises alike.

EXPERIENCE: Security Program Development, Compliance & Audit Readiness, Risk Management, Security Operations, Incident Response, Technical Control Implementation

INDUSTRIES: SaaS, Healthcare, Automotive, Retail, Startups

FOCUS AREAS: Governance, Risk, Compliance, Security Engineering, Security Automation, SOC 2, ISO 27001, NIST CSF, Cloud Security

CERTIFICATIONS: Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH)

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‍Contact: Saskia.Hoffmann@bdemerson.com