Alf Jaran Karlsen
About Alf Jaran Karlsen
Alf Jaran Karlsen serves as the Head of IT and Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) at Attensi, a position he has held since 2019. He has a diverse background in IT operations and consulting, with previous roles at companies such as WLCOM AS, Broadnet, and Tech Mahindra.
Current Role at Attensi
Alf Jaran Karlsen serves as the Head of IT and Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) at Attensi. He has held this position since 2019, contributing to the company's IT strategy and security initiatives for over five years. His role involves overseeing IT operations and ensuring the security of the organization's information systems.
Previous Experience in IT Operations
Before joining Attensi, Alf Jaran Karlsen accumulated extensive experience in IT operations. He worked at Broadnet as an IT Operations Microsoft professional for a total of 17 months across two separate tenures, first in 2014 and then briefly in 2017. Additionally, he held the position of Senior Engineer at Tech Mahindra from 2015 to 2017, where he focused on IT operations related to Microsoft technologies.
Consulting and Support Roles
Alf Jaran Karlsen has also worked in consulting and support roles within the IT sector. He was an IT Consultant at Attend IT AS from 2011 to 2014, providing IT solutions for three years. Earlier in his career, he served as a Service Desk Agent at Digitale Gardermoen IKS for seven months in 2010, gaining foundational experience in IT support.
Education and Academic Background
Alf Jaran Karlsen studied Teknologidesign og ledelse at Gjøvik University College (HiG). He has been pursuing further education at Oslo and Akershus University College since 2014, enhancing his knowledge and skills in technology and management.
Career Timeline
Alf Jaran Karlsen's career in IT spans over a decade, with various roles that demonstrate his expertise. He began as a Service Desk Agent in 2010, followed by positions as an IT Consultant, Senior Engineer, and IT Operations professional. His journey reflects a steady progression through different areas of IT, culminating in his current leadership role at Attensi.