Stephan Valkær
Senior IT Executive
Aabenraa
Summary
Tech savvy Information Technology Executive with strong background in life-cycle and information technology project management methodologies. Skilled in senior-level metrics reporting to support and integrate divergent data sources and monitor performance strategy. Leverages extensive network infrastructure and process knowledge to meet operational goals. Senior-level
IT Executive with 30+ years of complex program management and product development experience to support IT operations. Background in successful IT implementation and presentation to key stakeholders. Successfully coordinates project work to mitigate risks and solve technical issues while providing IT budget oversight.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
20
20
Years of Management experience
3
3
Languages
13
13
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Global Head of IT Infrastructure
ABENA
01.2023 - Current
- Spearheaded global IT infrastructure, achieving significant advancements in network, server applications, service monitoring, and IT/OT architecture
- Directed team of 25, including 2 department heads, managing budget of over 100 million DKK
- Led strategic planning and implementation of critical security and compliance standards, including ISO 27001, GDPR, and CIS18
Head of Group IT
ITD - Association for the Danish road transport of goods
11.2017 - 01.2023
- Held global accountability for IT, overseeing procurement and budgeting, and contributing to group management team.
- Achieved digital transformation and automation, including successful transition of ERP systems to Dynamics 365 FOE, while managing international team of 21
Global Head of Server
Danfoss Group IT
06.2017 - 10.2017
- Defined global server strategy for over 4000 servers, leading diverse team across US and Asia.
- Participated in global management team, emphasizing digital transformation and consolidation through SAP 4 Hana, with budget of approx. 80 million DKK
IT Manager
Prime Cargo A/S
04.2015 - 05.2017
- Oversaw strategic and operational IT functions, including implementation of new ERP systems across multiple countries.
- Part of executive board, managing international IT team of 8
- Reduced downtime by promptly addressing hardware and software issues, ensuring minimal impact on business operations.
- Oversaw technology budget planning and allocation to optimize resource utilization while meeting organizational objectives.
IT Security Manager
Sydbank A/S
01.2008 - 03.2015
- Oversaw formulation and enforcement of IT and IT Security Policies.
- Ensuring robust frameworks for safeguarding data integrity and system security. Led development and execution of comprehensive business IT contingency planning, including rigorous simulation exercises, to bolster organizational resilience.
- Provided detailed risk assessments and strategic insights to risk committee, enhancing decision-making processes.
- Spearheaded governance and compliance initiatives, maintaining adherence to high standards of operational excellence and regulatory compliance.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Managed to keep injunction from Danish Financial Supervisory Authority to 0 in 8 years
Education
Associate's Degree - Electronic Engineering
Aug.1993 - Jun.1996
Elementary School -
Jan.1982 - Jun.1992
Skills
- Infrastructure Management
- IT risk management
- Information Security
- Enterprise Architecture
- IT Strategy Execution
- Strategic Planning
- Performance Improvement
- Cost savings
- Department management
- IT infrastructure proficiency
- Budget Control
- Technology Integration
Accomplishments
- Developed the group strategy in Prime Cargo and ITD, and transferred this to IT Strategic level. Including consideration of the value chain through a Value proposition canvas, and development of the business understanding.
- Completed digital transformation on several levels over the past 5 years in the form of less paper, fewer manual processes, and the inclusion of new processes, signature solutions, etc. which has affected both top and bottom line positively.
- Business Intelligence utilization through financial dimensions and transparency of e.g. raw costs etc. (Business Intelligence)
- Use of Automation and Robotics (RPA) for automation and optimization of processes. Progress with qualification of optimization measures.
- Completed Budget optimizations and savings. Better and cheaper solutions to solve the same needs, with same quality or even higher quality.
- In-depth operational stability across several employments
- Completed large international implementations of new ERP systems.
- IT Security Optimization / Awareness - Strengthening of security and knowledge of attack vectors from IT criminals.
- Modernization of intranet / Telephony / E-mail / Meeting rooms / other platforms as well
- Lifecycle Management (The entire IT value chain - circular economy)
- General consolidation - Less complexity - work smarter
- Policies - formulation of general policies, and compliance requirements.
Motivation
My entrepreneurial spirit is relentless, driven by an unwavering commitment to innovation, business development, and digital transformation. This passion is not just a facet of my personality but a cornerstone of my professional ethos, guiding my approach to fostering growth and embracing technological advancements.
My leadership philosophy is grounded in a situational and trust-based framework, enriched by comprehensive business insight. This approach allows me to adaptively lead teams towards achieving strategic objectives, ensuring alignment with both internal and external stakeholders. I pride myself on my resilience and distinctiveness, qualities that have fortified my journey and contributed to my successes.
My extensive experience and unique blend of skills make me an ideal candidate to lead at the directorial level, ready to contribute significantly to your organization's strategic vision and operational excellence.
Availability
Immediately
Personal Information
See motivation and summary chapters for more information about my aspiration and candidate profile.
Affiliations
- Danish Naval Homeguard, Member between 1993-2023
- CVX Ventures, Seasonal between 2022-2023
Languages
Danish
Native language
German
Proficient
C2
English
Advanced
C1
Certification
- Microsoft MCSE / MCSA
- Citrix Certified Administrator
- Yachtmaster 3rd degree
- Licensed Drone Operator A1/A2/A3
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Interests
3D Printing
Synthesizer
Science
Technologies
Timeline
Global Head of IT Infrastructure - ABENA
01.2023 - Current
Head of Group IT - ITD - Association for the Danish road transport of goods
11.2017 - 01.2023
Global Head of Server - Danfoss Group IT
06.2017 - 10.2017
IT Manager - Prime Cargo A/S
04.2015 - 05.2017
IT Security Manager - Sydbank A/S
01.2008 - 03.2015
Erhversuddannelsescenter Syd - Associate's Degree, Electronic Engineering
Aug.1993 - Jun.1996
Deutsche Privatschule Sonderburg - Elementary School,
Jan.1982 - Jun.1992
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