Kristian A. Bognæs

Kristian A. Bognæs is a seasoned professional in information security and cyber security, currently serving as a Senior Information Security Professional at Aker BP ASA since February 2020. Previous roles include Managing Consultant in Cyber Security at Capgemini, Partner at Security Concepts Group AS, and Engineering Director at AVG Technologies, where responsibilities included site leadership and participation in the AVG SMB leader group. Extensive experience at Norman Safeground AS spanned various leadership positions, including Director of the Development Center and Director of Development of Core Technology SDK, where key contributions involved managing R&D departments, overseeing software product releases, and leading projects such as the Norman Security Portal. Military experience as a Radar Technician in the Norwegian Armed Forces provided foundational technical skills. Kristian's academic credentials include a Master’s degree in Computer Systems Engineering and a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science Engineering from the University of Arkansas, complemented by specialized training from the Royal Norwegian Airforce Technical Training Centre.