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Senior Security Architect with expertise in compliance frameworks and stakeholder communication

Copenhagen N, Denmark
Worldwide
CISM, CISA, CISSP certifications
Copenhagen N, Denmark
Worldwide
CISM, CISA, CISSP certifications

AuditingUnixCommunity ManagementCommunity MarketingComplianceComputer SecurityDebian LinuxLinuxISO/IEC 27001Network SecurityNetwork SegmentationOpen Source TechnologyOpen-Source SoftwareRisk AnalysisSecurity AwarenessSecurity ManagingSimple Network Management ProtocolsVulnerability ManagementSecurity SystemsCarry Out AssessmentsNational Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)Business AlignmentFree and Open-Source SoftwareCIS BenchmarksSafety PrinciplesRisk ManagementVulnerability Analysis
Security Framework Implementation
Expertise in implementing comprehensive security frameworks including NIS2, ISO27001, CIS Controls, and NIST CSF, ensuring regulatory compliance while maintaining practical business alignment.

Security Architecture Design
Advanced capabilities in designing complex IT infrastructure security solutions, including network segmentation, EDR deployment, and vulnerability management processes across diverse environments.

Stakeholder Communication
Exceptional ability to translate complex security concepts into clear, actionable insights for diverse audiences from technical teams to C-level executives and board members.

Enterprise Risk Management
Experience establishing and managing comprehensive risk management programs with effective communication of risk strategies to management.

Security Awareness Training
Proficiency in developing and facilitating engaging security awareness programs using game-based and traditional workshops for effective knowledge transfer.

Technical Security Implementation
Hands-on experience with EDR tools, network security, Unix/Linux systems security, and monitoring solutions including LibreNMS, netflow, and SNMP.

Security Auditing & Compliance
Expertise in conducting thorough security assessments using frameworks like CIS Controls and ISO27001, supplemented with technical tests and vulnerability assessments.
 

Experience

Professional experience10+ years
Freelancer since2023

Languages

GermanBasic knowledgeEnglishNative speaker

Project history

NIS2 Specialist

Trifork Cyber Protection
Served as key advisor for NIS2 compliance for a Danish organization, focusing on developing security policies and procedures that balanced regulatory requirements with practical implementation. Performed quality assurance reviews, mentored junior consultants, and established documentation frameworks.

Cyber Security Specialist

SEC DATACOM
Hands-on security specialist at SKANLOG focusing on comprehensive security implementation using CIS Controls. Performed assessments, developed user-centric security policies, implemented risk management programs, and established vulnerability management processes. Technical implementations included secure network design, EDR tools deployment, and monitoring solutions.

Cyber Security Consultant

Valencia Risk
Consulted for TGA Group (Canada's largest construction company) to assess security tools, identify gaps using internationally recognized frameworks, and provide recommendations for improvement based on NIST CSF.

Senior Security Advisor

DBA Consult
Conducted CIS Controls assessment for GN Group, including stakeholder interviews, requirements specification, and results aggregation. Focused on coaching IT colleagues to perform assessments independently, with emphasis on strategic security assessment, stakeholder engagement, and knowledge transfer.

Senior Security Architect

nemlig.com
Played pivotal role in upholding security standards set by the Board of Directors. Conducted security assessments using ISO27001 and CIS Controls, initiated security awareness training, implemented CIS Controls, established Enterprise Risk Management, and reported regularly to executives. Gained hands-on experience with CIS Controls, Elastic SIEM, and Microsoft Security tools.

Manager

KPMG
Acted as security manager and consultant, executing security maturity assessments based on CIS Controls and ISO27001. Led a security review for a Danish retailer that revealed critical vulnerabilities, provided action plans that were successfully implemented. Appeared on TV2's 'Hackerne angriber os' in 2018 as team leader for red team engagements.

Senior Security Consultant

FortConsult (NCC Group)
Served on Risk Management and Governance team, conducting security assessments and technical audits using CIS Controls and ISO27001. Performed laptop security reviews and Active Directory evaluations.

Senior Security Specialist

NNIT
Focused on security governance, employee awareness training, and internal advisory. Founded the NNIT Security Roundtable, a series of monthly security talks that attracted up to 100 attendees. Developed proficiency in CIS Controls deployment, workshop facilitation, and Business Impact Assessments.

IT Security Consultant

Coop
Spearheaded initiative to align IT security with business objectives, changing perception from restrictive to enabling innovation securely. Authored Coop's inaugural IT security policy, deployed CIS Controls, conducted risk analyses and technical assessments, and implemented security awareness programs.

Security Consultant

Deloitte
Specialized in various technical disciplines including penetration testing, digital forensics, vulnerability assessments, Unix security, firewall auditing, and system benchmarking. Enhanced knowledge in IT auditing and governance processes.

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