Denmark has become a strong center for cybersecurity leadership. The country’s CISOs oversee complex environments that range from global pharma and renewable energy to national AI infrastructure and critical power grids. The ten leaders below stand out for their impact, credentials, public visibility, and work in strengthening Denmark’s digital defenses.
Thomas B. Zuliani, Global CISO, Arla Foods
Thomas B. Zuliani is one of the most recognized security leaders in Europe. He has held senior roles at Pandora, Vesta,s and Siemens, and his work has earned top global honors. Cyber Defense Magazine named him the Top Global CISO in the World in 2024, and HotTopics listed him among the Top 100 Global CISOs for 2023 and 2024. He serves on multiple boards that guide Nordic security strategy and is a regular speaker at high-level cybersecurity events.
Kim Larsen, CISO, Keepit
Kim Larsen brings more than twenty years of security experience across government, intelligence, and enterprise. He worked with the Danish National Police and the Danish Security Intelligence Service and represented Denmark in NATO and EU security forums. After moving into industry roles at Verizon, Huawe,i and Systematic, he became Keepit’s CISO in 2024. His background in risk strategy and disaster recovery, along with his leadership in national cyber boards, makes him a standout figure in the region.
Henrik Skovfoged, CISO, Systematic A/S
Henrik Skovfoged took on the role of CISO at Systematic in September 2024. He has over twenty-five years of experience across Trifork Security, Conscia, and NetDesign. He is known for his work in NIS2, ISO27001, and major transformation programs in defense, healthcar,e and national security. With an MSc in business and several top certifications, he now leads the security of one of Denmark’s most important software companies.
Sune Aggergaard Mortensen, CISO, Danish Centre for AI Innovation
Sune Aggergaard Mortensen oversees the protection of Gefion, Denmark’s national AI supercomputer. He was appointed in December 2024 and brings more than twenty-five years of tech experience and more than a decade in cyber and compliance for critical infrastructure. His work focuses on regulatory alignment, resilience engineering, and secure data governance. Since Gefion supports national AI research, its leadership has become central to Denmark’s broader innovation plans.
Lars Falch, Global CISO and Vice President, Information Security, Novo Nordisk
Lars Falch leads security for one of the largest and most influential pharmaceutical companies in the world. He also co-chairs the Nordic CISO community, where he helps shape regional strategy and collaboration. While public details about his work are limited, his role at a global biotech leader places him among the country’s most important cyber executives.
Janni Lee Bang Brodersen, CISO and Head of GRC, University of Southern Denmark
Janni Lee Bang Brodersen is a respected expert at the intersection of cybersecurity, governance and data protection. She previously served as the Data Protection Officer at Denmark’s National Board of Social Services and is known for her work on GDPR and privacy. At the University of Southern Denmark, she leads security for a large, research-driven institution that handles sensitive academic and personal data.
Morten Duus, SVP Enterprise Cyber Security, Vestas
Morten Duus is responsible for cybersecurity at Vestas, a global leader in wind energy. He is an active speaker on crisis response and energy sector threats and co-chairs Nordic CISO groups. His visibility grew after speaking publicly about Vestas under attack, highlighting the unique risks that renewable infrastructure faces. His work helps protect one of Denmark’s most strategic industries.
Mirela Bønløkke, CISO and Vice President of Cybersecurity, Energinet
Mirela Bønløkke leads security at Energinet, the operator of Denmark’s national electricity and gas grid. Her role covers systems that support millions of citizens and critical national services. She also co-chairs the Nordic CISO community, reflecting her influence beyond Energinet. Few security roles in Denmark carry as much responsibility.
Ebbe B. Petersen, CISO, NNIT
Ebbe B. Petersen became CISO of NNIT in June 2023 after leading the company’s cybersecurity and compliance division. NNIT is one of Denmark’s most important IT consultancies, especially in life sciences and public services. His appointment was positioned as strengthening the company’s own security posture so it could better guide clients. His work spans both internal protection and industry-wide advisory.
Thomas Stig Jacobsen, CISO, Danske Commodities
Thomas Stig Jacobsen joined Danske Commodities as CISO in 2024. He previously led IT security at Lunar Bank and has built a reputation for maturing security functions in fast-moving industries. Danske Commodities is a major player in energy trading, which places Jacobsen at the center of both financial and energy sector risk. His rapid career growth reflects his credibility in Denmark’s cyber community.
Denmark’s finest for cybersecurity in this age of uncertainty
These ten leaders represent the strength and maturity of Denmark’s cybersecurity landscape. Each drives security in a sector that plays a key role in the country’s economy, from renewable energy and AI to national infrastructure and enterprise technology. Their combined influence helps set the direction for cybersecurity across the Nordic region.