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Allan Hedegaard

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Director IT Operations & Security at GPV
📍 Aabenraa, Region of Southern Denmark, Denmark

With two decades of experience at GPV, Allan has progressed to Director of IT Operations & Security. He is a hands-on technical leader who has authored several CVEs, demonstrating deep expertise in enterprise IT strategy, security, and building resilient, high-performing systems. He is a Certified Network Security Practitioner.

Allan is deeply passionate about his work, viewing his career not as a burden but as a continuous “quest for more knowledge. ” He is obsessed with the technology his work is built upon and feels it is vital to constantly challenge himself and attest his know-how through learning and certifications.

Unique Fact: He discovered and reported CVE-2026-20824, a security feature bypass vulnerability that affected all supported Microsoft Windows families and was officially patched.

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Experience
21 Years
Current Role
Director IT Operations & Security
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
Aabenraa, Region of Southern Denmark, Denmark
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Priorities

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Vulnerability Research
He is the author of several Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVEs), showcasing his hands-on expertise in identifying and reporting significant software security flaws.
Offensive Security
He was recognized in the Mossé Cyber Security Institute Hall of Fame for his contributions and for developing the mindset required to identify system weaknesses.
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Career

Work history

4-2023
Director IT Operations & Security
GPV
3-2019 - 4-2023
IT Operations & Security Manager
GPV
9-2013 - 2-2019
IT Operations Manager
GPV
2-2008 - 8-2013
IT Infrastructure Specialist
GPV
8-2004 - 2-2008
IT-Supporter
GPV
In the press

Media appearances

Strengthening partnerships at DDAC 2026 | GPV. Featured in GPV Group – Newsroom
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Education
2001 - 2005
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