Name: Knut-Tore Solberg-Jacobsen
Age: 42
Role/Title: Senior Solution Sales IT Security
Where do you live (city): Lørenskog
Hometown: Arendal
Why did you choose Sicra?
I knew that many talented people worked at Sicra. Being part of such a strong professional environment in cybersecurity was an important factor in my job change. At the same time, I find the initiative we are now undertaking with Credo Partners to become one of Norway's leading players in cybersecurity very exciting.
What technologies do you work with?
Palo Alto Networks, Fortinet, Check Point, Cisco, Microsoft, IBM, Trend Micro, SOC services, and more.
What does a typical workday look like?
A good start to the day is a nice coffee chat with colleagues. The rest of the day is filled with customer meetings, following up with customers and partners, and writing bids and proposals. A lot of time is also spent checking emails and taking phone calls. I like to juggle many tasks at once. It's rarely boring at work!
What is success for you in a work context?
Customer satisfaction and integrity are very important to me. Success for me is when I have helped the customer with their challenge, and the customer is satisfied with the result. Then they are likely to come back when they have new challenges in the future.
What motivates you in your role at Sicra?
What motivates me the most is working with exciting customers and projects. Especially being part of Sicra's SOC project is very exciting. It's important to have fun and a good social environment at work.
Which app do you use the most, and why?
Just one app? That's impossible! Snapchat and Instagram for social media. Outlook when working in sales. Salespeople are on the job 24/7. Spond: I have two active children, and I am a football coach for both of them. Therefore, Spond is used a lot.
What is your favorite quote?
You have to be careful what you wish for, you might get it.
Do you have a book you would recommend?
The books about Anton Brekke by Jan-Erik Fjell are very good. They are exciting, and Anton's quick retorts are always entertaining.
How are you as a person?
I am a very social guy and say yes to too much (both work and private). This means that things are usually hectic all the time. As mentioned, I am a football coach for both of my children. With three football practices a week and matches on weekends. In addition, there is work, cabin trips, and not least other social activities. There is always something happening!
What do you prefer?
Home office or office?
A good balance is nice.
Biometrics or code?
Biometrics.
Face ID or Touch ID?
Face ID.
Vipps or Cash?
Vipps.
Gaming or TV?
TV.
Book or podcast?
Book.
