Olav Lysne

Olav Lysne serves as a Professor and Simula Fellow within the Simula Cyber Security Department at Simula Research Laboratory, an independent Norwegian ICT research institute. His work centers on the security of critical digital infrastructure, with active engagement in national cybersecurity policy formulation and public discourse through government briefings, academic collaborations, and media contributions.

Professor Lysne's research spans cybersecurity, critical infrastructure protection, 5G security, cyber warfare, and AI regulation. He investigates resilience mechanisms for digital communication systems, geopolitical dimensions of telecommunications, and regulatory frameworks governing emerging technologies. His focus includes pandemic-era digital contact tracing efficacy and military-cybersecurity intersections, emphasizing practical implementation of security principles in national infrastructure.

Analysis of his 2021-2024 publications reveals consistent emphasis on national cybersecurity strategy development, 5G geopolitical tensions, and AI's societal impacts. Key trends include translating technical security requirements into policy frameworks, assessing wartime cyber operations, and addressing regulatory complexity in critical infrastructure protection across telecommunications and defense sectors.

Professor Lysne has supervised PhD candidate J. M. Evang, whose 2024 Oslo Metropolitan University thesis examined resilient networks for critical services. His advisory extends to government agencies including Norway's National Security Authority and Ministry of Justice, where he provides expertise on digital risk management and cyber warfare preparedness.

As a core member of Simula Cyber Security, Lysne contributes to research teams focused on securing national digital infrastructure through collaborations with Norwegian government entities, defense organizations, and international academic partners.