Principal Engineer bridging cybersecurity architecture and enterprise identity across 20+ years; Zero Trust strategist shaping resilient cloud infrastructure.
2025-10 – Present · Vollsveien 21, 1366 Lysaker, Norway
Principal Engineer and Data Protection Officer Identity Security AI Architecture and Security Governance and Compliance I also held the role of Data Protection Officer
2023-12 – 2025-10 · Grev Wedels plass 9, 0151 Oslo, Norway
Helped clients keep core business running by securing what is important. Core business is Cyber Security.
2022-04 – 2023-12 · Dronning Eufemias gate 71, 0194 Oslo, Norway
Cyber & Privacy Senior Manager responsible for leading cybersecurity and privacy initiatives.
2019-08 – 2022-04 · Akersgata 13, Oslo, Norway
Team lead/Scrum Master IT Workplace. Tech lead IAM. SecOps. Solution architect (workplace/endpoint management). General cloud operations.
2016-12 – 2019-07 · Nye Vakåsvei 64, Asker, Norway / 27700 SW Parkway Ave, Wilsonville, OR / 25 Esquire Rd, North Billerica, MA
Day to day management of IT operations with primary focus on Azure Cloud solutions and Identity Management. Tasks included IT planning, roadmap design, Azure AD architecture, AD security, and related initiatives.
2014-10 – 2016-11 · Dronning Eufemias gate 71, Oslo, Norway
Active Directory and Windows Server specialist working proactively and reactively with Microsoft's Premier clients. Conducted workshops and training sessions.
2014-01 – 2022-05 · Norway
Scout, Patrol Medic, and Weapons Operator in HV-02 Innsatsstyrke Derby. Conducted intelligence operations and tactical teams, including surveillance, reconnaissance, and threat assessment. Developed and implemented security protocols and risk assessment methodologies applicable to enterprise defense and cybersecurity frameworks.
2013-08 – 2014-09 · Norway
Senior Consultant providing expert consulting services.
2011-02 – 2013-07 · Maridalsveien 300, Oslo, Norway
Consultant managing complex Windows infrastructure environments, including VMWare, Citrix and Exchange.
2008-07 – 2010-12 · Oslo, Norway
Part of Advent's Consulting Team. Assisted investment professionals in implementing and using Advent's products.
2006-06 – 2008-06 · Oslo, Norway
Technical and functional support on Advent solutions for the financial industry.
2002-04 – 2006-05 · Fløenbakken 4, 5009 Bergen, Norway
Installation of networks and servers. Troubleshooting hardware. Maintenance of web pages.
2004-01 – 2005-05 · Bergen, Norway
Installation and maintenance of Infosys logistics solution.
2003-10 – 2004-10 · Mechelen, Belgium
Editorial responsibility for reviews of literature. Writing articles on hardware and events.
2001-06 – 2002-02 · Norway
End user support on standard Microsoft products, AS/400 and S/390 systems.
1999-06 – 1999-12 · Værnes, Norway
Responsible for a guard team of soldiers.
2026 · Project Manager, Strategic Advisor
Strategic and technical adoption of Agentic AI, including technical security framework and strategic framework for adoption, lifecycle management, and compliance.
2025 · Course Instructor
Cybersecurity course instructor for consultants at PwC and Move.
2024 · Solutions Architect, Developer
Implementation of Microsoft Dynamics F&O. Responsible for development and architecture related to automation and self-service solutions for access management (Entra ID).
2024 · Consultant
Consulting on the use of Microsoft tools. Development of new concepts for access management.
2022-2023 · Project Manager
Assessment of security measures following a ransomware attack. Project manager for sub-projects.
2022-2023 · Project Manager/SME
Consulting on the procurement of SOC services for a customer in the defense sector.
2022 · Consultant
Assessment of IAM and security solutions, contribution to IT strategy.
2022 · IT Security Specialist
Daily operations and improvement initiatives within IT security.
2021 · Project Manager
DPIA (Data Protection Impact Assessment) for media units. Project management and coordination.
2019-2020 · Project Lead
Implementation of mandatory Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) throughout Innovation Norway.
2008-2009 · Implementation Consultant
Upgrades the Axys Portfolio Management System for a large, regional bank. Delivered system management and operations training to customer staff.
2010 · Implementation Consultant
Physical installation of Tamale RMS server and coordination with local staff for connectivity and remote management.
2026-06 to 2026-07 · Project Manager and Governance Lead
Data Protection Impact Assessment for Nekkar, targeting use of AI, including Acceptable Use Policy, Risk Assessment and Technical Documentation.
2026 · AI solution engineer
Implementation of a standardized platform for AI solutions and creation of multiple AI solutions, including connectors.
2023-2025
2020-2021
2021-2022
2021-2022
2020
2002-2004
Cybersecurity Architecture, Zero Trust Strategy, Identity and Access Management (IAM), Microsoft Entra ID, Active Directory, Cloud Solutions (Azure IaaS/PaaS/SaaS), Enterprise Architecture, Agentic AI, Digital Transformation, Cybersecurity Leadership, Strategic Planning, IT Business Strategy, Security Risk Assessment, IT Operations & SecOps, Endpoint Management, Cloud Operations, Windows Server, AD DS, DNS, Group Policy, Governance & Compliance, DPIA, Scrum Master, Budgeting, Vibe Coding