On January 22, 2026, we had the pleasure of hosting an insightful guest lecture as part of the “Introduction to Cybersecurity Fundamentals in Networking” course at the Chair of Computer Science 7 (Computer Networks and Communication Systems) at FAU Erlangen-Nürnberg.
The talk, titled “A Look into Siemens’ Cybersecurity and Cyber Defense”, was delivered by Mr. Stefan Schmidt, a cybersecurity expert at Siemens AG with over 25 years of experience in the field.
Participants gained valuable, first-hand insights into real-world industrial cybersecurity practices, including threat detection, incident response, and secure infrastructure governance in a global enterprise context.
The presentation sparked thoughtful discussion and offered our students a unique opportunity to learn from a leading practitioner who has played a key role in building one of the most advanced cyber defense infrastructures in the industry.
We sincerely thank Mr. Stefan Schmidt for his time, expertise, and the open exchange during the Q&A. Events like this reinforce the importance of industry-academia collaboration in preparing the next generation of cybersecurity professionals.
Talk Details
Title: A Look into Siemens’ Cybersecurity and Cyber Defense
Speaker: Stefan Schmidt, Cybersecurity Expert, Siemens AG
Date: Thursday, January 22, 2026
Time: 10:15 AM
Location: Room 11501.00.156 (H16), Cauerstraße 7-9, 91058 Erlangen
About the Speaker
Stefan Schmidt is an experienced IT and cybersecurity professional with over 25 years in operational and managerial roles. His expertise spans security awareness training, governance, endpoint protection, business continuity, and cyber defense.
He played a key role in planning and building Siemens’ Cyber Defense Center, which has strengthened the company’s security posture for more than a decade by continuously detecting, analyzing, and responding to cyberattack traces across Siemens’ global systems and networks.
About the Talk
This talk provides an inside look at Siemens’ cybersecurity and cyber defense practices, shaped by decades of hands-on operational experience and continuous threat analysis. As cyber threats grow more sophisticated and systems become more complex, Siemens’ approach demonstrates how resilience is built through the integration of practical defense mechanisms and mature governance. Stefan Schmidt will discuss how Siemens protects its global infrastructure by combining:
- Data-driven strategies and automation for resilience.
- Governance models that enhance security in complex landscapes.
- Practical use cases that showcase effective solutions.
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from a leading expert in cybersecurity. We look forward to seeing you there!