SVEN SCHNIERLE

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Sven Schnierle – Advisor for IT & Cybersecurity

Sven Schnierle 2026

Phone: +49 69 95092-187
Office: Frankfurt/M.
E-Mail HAGER: sven.schnierle@hager-consulting.com

For more than seven years, Sven Schnierle has been advising companies and organisations on the placement of C-level, management, and highly specialised expert positions. His focus lies on roles that enable organisations to scale sustainably, remain competitive, and advance strategically.

His work centres on two strategic pillars:

  • IT Security Vendors: Sven supports leading IT security and cybersecurity companies in filling key leadership roles. His focus is on organisations in phases of growth, transformation, and internationalisation — not just placing individual profiles, but building leadership and go-to-market teams that combine commercial excellence with technological substance. He understands IT security and cybersecurity as business models and analyses which leadership roles sustainably drive growth, scalability, and exit readiness.
  • Public Sector & Public Organisations: Drawing on his deep expertise in cyber security, he advises authorities and public institutions on filling critical positions. He knows that beyond technical expertise, what matters most in this environment is a thorough understanding of security architectures, regulatory requirements, compliance, and digital sovereignty.

His approach: Sven Schnierle positions himself as an analytical sparring partner for his clients. He helps organisations clearly define complex roles, realistically assess market conditions, and evaluate candidates with precision. His specialisation allows him to speak the language of both innovation-driven security vendors and decision-makers in the public sector.

His expertise includes:

  • Executive search in the IT security and cybersecurity sector
  • Placement of C-level and key positions
  • National and international executive search mandates

Industry Experience

Since joining HAGER Executive Consulting in 2018, Sven Schnierle has worked exclusively within the software and cybersecurity market. He advises organisations across varying stages of maturity — from high-growth technology providers to established players in both the private and public sector — and maintains a thorough understanding of current market trends and industry developments.

Professional Background

  • Bachelor's degree in International Sports Management
  • Master's degree in International Management – Digital Business Strategy
  • 2018: Joined HAGER Executive Consulting, focusing on Software and IT Security
  • Current position: Principal IT & Cybersecurity

Languages

  • German
  • English

Services

Industries

Sven Schnierle 2026

Phone: +49 69 95092-187
Office: Frankfurt/M.
E-Mail HAGER: sven.schnierle@hager-consulting.com

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