Sweden’s information technology sector underpins everything from public services and critical infrastructure to global SaaS platforms and fintech innovation. As digitalization accelerates, Chief Information Security Officers in the IT industry are tasked with building trust, resilience, and compliance into complex, fast-moving environments. The leaders featured below represent a broad cross-section of security leadership across software vendors, internet infrastructure organizations, IT service providers, and technology-driven enterprises.
Jörgen Olofsson — Chief Information Security Officer, COS Systems
Jörgen Olofsson is the Chief Information Security Officer at COS Systems and a co-founder of the company, bringing more than 30 years of experience across networking, software engineering, and security. After serving as CEO and later Chief Innovation Officer, he now leads information security, including ISO 27001 certification efforts, GDPR compliance, and security governance. He also co-founded Softjoy AB, where he works on cybersecurity SaaS solutions focused on domain intelligence, supply chain risk, and digital resilience.
Jimmy Fransson — Chief Information Security Officer and Data Protection Officer, Skola24
Jimmy Fransson serves as both Chief Information Security Officer and Data Protection Officer at Skola24. In his role, he is responsible for organizational information security guidelines and ensuring compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation. His work spans information security governance and data protection oversight within a software environment that supports critical educational services.
Catharina Ankre — Chief Information Security Officer, The Swedish Internet Foundation
Catharina Ankre is the Chief Information Security Officer at The Swedish Internet Foundation (Internetstiftelsen). With a background in cybersecurity consulting at PwC and experience from the financial sector, she has played a central role in strengthening information security governance within Sweden’s internet infrastructure ecosystem. She has also served as Vice Chair of the Internet Society’s Swedish chapter, contributing to broader internet and security policy discussions.
Maggie Victor — Chief Information Security Officer, Unikom
Maggie Victor is the Chief Information Security Officer at Unikom and a certified ISO 27001 Lead Implementer with extensive experience in strategic and operational security leadership. Her work spans risk management, information security, cybersecurity, data protection, compliance, and preparedness, with particular expertise in NIS2, GDPR, and security protection legislation. She works closely with municipalities and public-sector organizations, focusing on making security a practical enabler of strategic goals.
Josué Menino — Chief Information Security Officer, Klarna
Josué Menino is a Chief Information Security Officer at Klarna, responsible for security and compliance across one of the world’s largest fintech platforms. With more than 15 years of experience in information security, he works closely with product and business teams on security controls, assessments, risk management, and incident handling across multiple global markets. His background includes security architecture, vulnerability management, and leadership in multicultural, international environments.
Per Gustavsson, PhD — Chief Information Security Officer and Privacy Officer, Stratsys
Per Gustavsson is the Chief Information Security Officer and Privacy Officer at Stratsys, a SaaS company focused on governance and management solutions. With a background spanning software development, information security, privacy, and innovation, he leads and coordinates security and data protection efforts across the organization. He holds a PhD and brings a strong academic and practical perspective on trust, digitalization, and the secure use of emerging technologies.
Predrag Gaic — Chief Information Security Officer, Viedoc
Predrag Gaic is the Chief Information Security Officer at Viedoc, a high-growth health technology company. He has more than 19 years of experience across fintech, banking, and health tech, with deep expertise in ISO 27001, privacy management, and security governance. Certified as CISSP, CISA, and ISO 27001 Lead Auditor, he leads information security and privacy programs while actively contributing to security forums and awareness initiatives.
Angelique Dawnbringer — Chief Information Security Officer, Business Wellness Group
Angelique Dawnbringer serves as Chief Information Security Officer for Business Wellness Group and its subsidiaries, including Accigo and Centigo. She is an experienced security leader with a background spanning cloud architecture, DevSecOps, data protection, and application development. Her focus includes building digital trust, aligning security with business strategy, and fostering a strong security culture, while also contributing to industry thought leadership and sustainability-focused initiatives.
Fredrick Beste — Chief Information Security Officer, IP-Solutions AB
Fredrick Beste is the Chief Information Security Officer at IP-Solutions AB and a CISSP-certified security expert with over 30 years of experience in system architecture, networking, and cybersecurity. His expertise includes risk management, secure IP architectures, cloud and IoT security, and large-scale, resilient system design. He combines deep technical knowledge with strategic leadership across product and portfolio management.
Adam Bokiniec — Chief Information Security Officer, Nexer Group
Adam Bokiniec is the Chief Information Security Officer at Nexer Group, bringing more than three decades of experience in IT and over ten years dedicated to cybersecurity. His career spans hands-on infrastructure work through to executive security leadership, with a strong focus on building resilient security cultures and aligning security strategy with business objectives. He is known for bridging technical depth with executive decision-making and for his interest in applying artificial intelligence to improve security operations and efficiency.
Security Leadership in Sweden’s IT Sector
Across Sweden’s information technology industry, Chief Information Security Officers play a pivotal role in enabling innovation while safeguarding trust, data, and infrastructure. The leaders highlighted here demonstrate how security leadership in the IT sector blends technical depth, governance discipline, and strategic vision to support sustainable digital growth in an increasingly complex threat landscape.