Jarkko Laemsae, Cissp
About Jarkko Laemsae, Cissp
Jarkko Laemsae is a Principal Solutions Architect at ForAllSecure, Inc, with extensive experience in software security and DevSecOps practices. He has a strong background in various security techniques and networking protocols, complemented by a solid academic foundation in Information Processing Science and Computer and Information Sciences.
Work at ForAllSecure
Jarkko Laemsae has been serving as a Principal Solutions Architect at ForAllSecure, Inc since 2021. In this role, he focuses on integrating security solutions into the software development lifecycle (SDLC). His expertise in DevSecOps, CI/CD, and container technologies supports the company's mission to enhance software security.
Previous Experience
Prior to his current position, Jarkko Laemsae held various roles in the software security field. He worked as a Principal Technical Specialist at Contrast Security from 2020 to 2021 in Tokyo, Japan, and as a Technical Specialist from 2018 to 2020 in the San Francisco Bay Area. He also served as a Solutions Consultant at Synopsys Inc from 2015 to 2017 and as a Software Engineer at Codenomicon from 2005 to 2011.
Education and Expertise
Jarkko Laemsae earned two Master's degrees from the University of Oulu, focusing on Information Processing Science and Computer and Information Sciences. His educational background supports his extensive knowledge in software security, including techniques such as fuzzing, DAST, SAST, IAST, and RASP.
Technical Skills
Jarkko Laemsae possesses a versatile skill set that includes practical experience with L2-L7 networking protocols, such as TCP/IP, telecom/VoIP, routing, and storage. He is skilled in technical sales methodologies, including SPIN and solution selling, which enhances his ability to manage proof of concepts and enable partners in software security.
Research and Teaching Experience
Before entering the software security industry, Jarkko Laemsae worked at the University of Oulu as a Researcher and Teaching Assistant from 1999 to 2005. This experience contributed to his foundational knowledge in computer science and information technology, which he applies in his current roles.