In his current role since March 2023, Andreas is responsible for Capgemini´s business with the defense Industry as well as defense ministries and armed forces in Europe and NATO. He is a proven defense sector expert with a successful track record as top official at the helm of the German Ministry of Defense, including as Chief of Staff to Defense Minister Ursula von der Leyen. Based on more than two decades of experience, he has a deep understanding of the structure and function of the public and private defense sector in Europe, including the set-up and management of national and international armament programs.