Thomas Skjønhaug
About Thomas Skjønhaug
Thomas Skjønhaug serves as the Director of Infrastructure and IT Operations at PRA Group, where he has worked since 2022. He has a background in information security and operations, having held leadership roles at Oslo Børs and Sykehuspartner HF.
Current Role at PRA Group
Thomas Skjønhaug serves as the Director of Infrastructure and IT Operations at PRA Group, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the organization's IT infrastructure and operations, ensuring efficiency and security in technology management. His leadership contributes to the strategic direction of IT initiatives within the company.
Previous Experience at Oslo Børs
Prior to his current role, Skjønhaug worked at Oslo Børs for a total of seven years, where he held multiple positions, including Head of Operations and Vice President of Infrastructure and Operations. During his tenure, he led significant projects, including the cloud migration of services to AWS, which enhanced operational capabilities. He also oversaw the outsourcing of critical services, optimizing resource allocation.
Leadership at Sykehuspartner HF
From 2021 to 2022, Thomas Skjønhaug held the position of Head of CERT at Sykehuspartner HF in Oslo, Norway. In this role, he was responsible for managing the Computer Emergency Response Team, focusing on improving the organization's cybersecurity measures. He developed a comprehensive information security strategy that strengthened the overall security posture of the organization.
Educational Background
Thomas Skjønhaug studied at Den polytekniske høgskolen, where he earned a degree in IT, achieving the title of Ingeniør. Additionally, he attended the Senter for Lederutvikling, completing a leadership development program known as 4x3 lederutvikling from 2015 to 2016. This educational background has equipped him with the necessary skills for his leadership roles in IT and operations.
Key Achievements in IT Operations
Throughout his career, Thomas Skjønhaug has played a pivotal role in various IT operations initiatives. He successfully built a new data center and managed the transition of hardware and services to this facility. Additionally, he implemented a new end-user platform that enhanced user experience and operational efficiency, demonstrating his commitment to improving IT services.