Understanding the Open Source Security ISO 18974
PwC expert Marcel Scholze discusses the importance of the new Open Source Security ISO, ISO/IEC 18974:2023.
Marcel Scholze
Director Open Source, Digital Sovereignty, IT Sourcing
PwC Germany
Marcel Scholze holds a diploma in computer science and has more than 25 years of experience in the IT sector. Since joining PwC in 2007, he has advised companies and public sector clients on strategic and operational issues relating to IT sourcing, Open Source Software and Digital Sovereignty.
As a Director at PwC, he heads the Open Source Software Services & Digital Sovereignty division. Together with his team, he is responsible for consulting, audit and certification projects and supports clients in the secure, compliant use and sustainable operation of Open Source technologies. Regulatory requirements - for example from DORA, CRA or the European digital strategy - also play a central role.
In addition, Marcel leads a specialised team with in-depth expertise in the implementation of complex (IT) procurement procedures - including RFI and RFP processes - and supports projects throughout the entire tendering, selection and implementation process.
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