Beary friendly IT · security · AI · Berlin and remote
Get your IT, security and AI in order, without hiring a full-time IT person.
Google Workspace and everyday IT, ISO 27001 readiness, and practical help adopting AI tools and connectors. 15+ years of IT Support experience and one beary friendly point of contact for small teams.
When nobody owns IT, these problems land on whoever is closest: often People, Office or Operations.
A new hire starts Monday and the laptop isn't ready.I turn onboarding into a checklist that runs the same way every time.
Someone left last month. Do they still have access?Leaving day gets its own checklist, so accounts and devices are closed out.
Your team is already pasting company data into AI tools.I help you set simple rules and connect AI tools to your data safely.
A customer sends a security questionnaire.I get your setup ready for the answers and prepare you for ISO 27001.
What I take off your plate
Practical IT work for teams of a few people up to a few dozen.
Google Workspace
Set up, cleaned up and locked down the right way: users, groups, sharing and admin settings.
Onboarding and offboarding
Laptop ready, accounts created on day one, and access removed on the last day.
Laptops and device management
The right hardware for each role, enrolled in device management so it is secure from the start.
Security and ISO 27001
Security basics and ISO 27001 readiness. The full approach is just below.
AI tools and connectors
Choosing AI tools that fit your team and connecting them to your systems with the right access controls.
Training and documentation
Short guides and sessions so your team can solve the common problems themselves.
Currently pursuing ISO 27001 certification
ISO 27001 readiness for small teams
Customers and partners increasingly ask how you protect their data. I help you get the technical setup and the documentation ready, so the audit is not a scramble.
Certification itself is awarded by an accredited audit body. My job is to get you ready for it.
Gap checkWhere you stand today against the standard, in plain language.
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Scope and risk assessmentWhat is in scope, what could go wrong, and what to tackle first.
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Policies and documentationThe policies and records an auditor expects, written for a small team.
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Technical controlsGoogle Workspace, devices, access and backups set up to match.
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Evidence and audit prepCollecting proof that controls work, and preparing you for the audit.
Navigating AI without the chaos
AI tools are arriving in every team. I help you choose what fits, connect it to your company data safely, and set simple rules people will actually follow.
Choosing the right toolsWhich AI tools are worth your time for your team, and which are not.
Connectors and accessConnecting AI assistants to Google Workspace, calendars, documents and other systems with the right permissions.
Rules and data protectionA simple AI-use policy that fits GDPR and your security controls, including ISO 27001.
Team trainingHands-on sessions so people use AI well and safely in their daily work.
1Free 30-minute intro callI mostly listen and ask questions about your company and how your IT is set up today.
2A short written listIf it makes sense, you get a short list of risks and quick wins in plain language.
3Decide the next stepDecide together what is worth fixing, and whether you want my help doing it.
What colleagues say
Dedication and passion
“I am pleased to recommend Derek without reservation. During his time at our company, Derek consistently demonstrated dedication and passion in his work. His commitment to excellence and enthusiasm for his responsibilities were evident in everything he did. Derek’s strong work ethic, coupled with his positive attitude, made him a valuable asset to our team. It is without hesitation that I recommend Derek for any future endeavours as I am confident he will excel in any role he undertakes.”
“Derek consistently demonstrates exceptional collaboration skills. His strong technical skills, particularly in administration and Google Suite, allow him to implement complex solutions effectively. His deep knowledge and commitment to best practices make him a valuable asset to any project. I highly recommend him for future collaborations.”
Having worked in IT Support since 2010 for small to very large, international companies, I have helped people in all roles and fields with their IT Support. In Berlin since 2017, I have worked for startups and growing companies and seen how much they struggle with IT before they hire their first IT person. Since 2024 I have been working as a freelancer in Germany to help just those small to mid-size startups!
