øyvind Hvidsten
About øyvind Hvidsten
Øyvind Hvidsten is a Principal Security Engineer at Attensi, with a background in software development and security analysis. He has extensive experience in the technology sector, having worked in various roles at companies such as Sensio AS and Funcom.
Work at Attensi
Currently, øyvind Hvidsten serves as Principal Security Engineer at Attensi, a position he has held since 2021. His role involves overseeing security measures and ensuring the integrity of the company's systems. Prior to this, he worked as a Senior Developer and Security Analyst at Attensi from 2020 to 2021. In these roles, he contributed to enhancing the organization's security framework and implementing best practices in information security.
Previous Employment at Sensio AS
øyvind Hvidsten has extensive experience at Sensio AS, where he worked in various capacities from 2012 to 2020. His roles included Developer, Senior Developer, and Senior Security Analyst. Over a span of seven years, he contributed to multiple projects, focusing on software development and security analysis. His tenure at Sensio AS provided him with a solid foundation in technical skills and security protocols.
Experience at Funcom
øyvind Hvidsten worked at Funcom in two distinct roles. Initially, he was a Programmer for a month in 2008, contributing to game development. He later returned to Funcom from 2008 to 2012 as a Programmer, where he worked on projects such as Conan and The Secret World. This experience in the gaming industry enriched his programming skills and understanding of game mechanics.
Education and Expertise
øyvind Hvidsten studied at Oslo and Akershus University College, focusing on Electrical and Electronics Engineering and Cybernetics from 2003 to 2005. He later attended The Norwegian School of Information Technology, where he earned a Bachelor of Game Programming from 2005 to 2008. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in AWS, ISO-27001, and DevOps practices.
Technical Skills and Contributions
øyvind Hvidsten is recognized for his technical skills, particularly in AWS and ISO-27001, which are integral to the information security framework at Attensi. He engages in DevOps practices, managing responsibilities that span back-end server programming and network infrastructure. Additionally, he possesses practical skills in electronics, enhancing his technical proficiency.