Manager as a Service
Kristensson i Skåne AB provides experienced interim leaders in IT and information security: an interim CISO, CIO, IT manager or programme lead who steps in when you need continuity and senior direction, with handover planned from day one.
Our Manager as a Service offering provides your organization with experienced interim IT and information security leaders exactly when you need them. We deliver seasoned professionals who can step into critical roles on a temporary basis, ensuring that your strategy and operations stay on track during transitions. This service is a practical way to maintain continuity and expert overview through periods of change, growth, or special projects. By partnering with Kristensson for interim leadership, you gain a trusted senior presence that keeps your technology and security initiatives moving forward without interruption.
In brief
- Who
- Organisations with a leadership gap, a period of rapid change or a programme that needs experienced leadership for a limited time
- What
- Interim IT manager, interim CIO, interim CISO and Security Program Lead, plus part-time CISO support
- How
- Matching against your needs, fast onboarding, support and quality assurance in the background, documented handover
Common situations
This is how it usually starts. If you recognise yourselves in one of them, we know roughly where to begin.
The IT manager or CISO has left and the successor is not in place
An interim leader takes over daily decisions and oversight so the business does not lose momentum.
Read about when and why →A major programme needs an experienced leader for a limited time
A Security Program Lead or interim CIO who drives the initiative from start to finish.
Read about the roles →You want senior leadership quickly, without a long recruitment
Matching, onboarding and integration into your management structure in a short time.
Read about how we deliver →You worry about what happens when the interim leader leaves
Handover planning from the start, continuous documentation and structured knowledge transfer.
Read about handover →Offers in Manager as a Service
Four ways to start. The roles can be combined with our other service areas when the engagement requires it.
Interim CISO
A senior security leader who leads the information security programme and risk management, reports to management and gives the security work direction.
You get: a named interim CISO with a clear mandate, reporting to management and a documented handover.
Scope: ongoing, a number of days per week or monthRead more → RoleInterim IT manager or CIO
Responsibility for daily IT operations and the IT team, or IT strategy and IT governance at management level, during a transition or change.
You get: an interim leader who becomes part of your management structure, with continuous documentation of decisions and ongoing work.
Scope: ongoing, full-time or part-timeRead more → ProgrammeSecurity Program Lead
Drives a specific security or compliance initiative, for example NIS2, ISO 27001 or a security programme, with a clear plan and governance.
You get: a programme plan, governance, status reporting and handover to the permanent organisation.
Scope: for the duration of the programmeRead more → OngoingPart-time CISO support
Senior security expertise a few days a month: priorities, decision material for management and follow-up of the security work.
You get: recurring management support, a prioritised agenda and reporting.
Scope: ongoing, a number of days per monthRead more →Frequently asked questions
How quickly can an interim leader start?
It depends on the role and the availability of the person who fits you best. Often an interim leader can start within a few weeks. We always begin by understanding goals, challenges and culture before proposing a person.
What does an interim CISO or IT manager cost?
It varies from engagement to engagement. The set-up depends on the scope of the role, how many days per week or month are needed and the length of the engagement. We go through the arrangement that suits you in a first conversation.
What is the difference between an interim CISO and part-time CISO support?
An interim CISO steps into the CISO role and takes the operational responsibility within an agreed mandate for a period, often while a permanent solution is found. Part-time CISO support is recurring support a few days a month for an organisation that has its security work running but lacks senior expertise in management.
How is the handover secured when the engagement ends?
The handover is planned from the start. The interim leader documents decisions, processes and ongoing activities continuously, and towards the end a structured knowledge transfer is carried out to the incoming manager or your internal team, with training and support as needed.
How we work with Manager as a Service, in detail
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Interim Roles Offered
We offer interim senior IT and security roles to meet a range of leadership needs. Our experts can fill positions such as:
- Interim IT Manager: Overseeing day-to-day IT operations and teams
- Interim CIO (Chief Information Officer): Steering IT strategy and governance at the executive level
- Interim CISO (Chief Information Security Officer): Leading information security programs and risk management
- Security Program Lead: Driving specific security initiatives or compliance projects
Each interim leader comes with extensive experience, quickly getting up to speed in your environment. Whether you require guidance in IT management, cybersecurity strategy, or program leadership, we provide the right expertise to fit the role.
In brief
- Interim IT Manager, interim CIO, interim CISO and Security Program Lead
- Experienced leaders who get up to speed in your environment quickly
- The right expertise for IT leadership, cybersecurity strategy or programme leadership
When and why
Organizations of all sizes turn to Manager as a Service during key transitions and critical initiatives. Common situations include leadership gaps (for example, when a CIO or IT manager departs and a replacement is not yet in place) and periods of rapid growth or change that demand seasoned guidance. Engaging an interim manager is also valuable for major projects—such as implementing new systems, meeting regulatory requirements, or launching a security program—where specialized leadership is needed temporarily. In addition, if a senior staff member is on extended leave or you’re testing out a new leadership role, an interim professional ensures continuity so that momentum is not lost. In all these cases, our service provides stability and expert direction precisely when it’s most critical.
In brief
- Leadership gaps when a CIO or IT manager leaves
- Rapid growth, change or major projects that require experienced direction
- Extended absence or trialling a new leadership role
How we deliver this Service
We pride ourselves on a seamless onboarding and integration process for our interim managers. It begins with understanding your organization’s goals, challenges, and culture. We then match you with a senior leader whose background aligns with your needs. During onboarding, the interim manager works closely with your team to grasp ongoing projects, processes, and priorities. We emphasize quick integration – the interim leader becomes part of your management structure, participating in meetings and decision-making as one of your own. Throughout the engagement, we provide support and quality assurance behind the scenes, ensuring the interim manager has the resources needed to deliver results. This collaborative delivery model means you get an embedded leader who is fully supported by our firm’s broader expertise, allowing for efficient service and problem-solving from day one.
In brief
- Understanding of goals, challenges and culture, then matching
- Fast onboarding and integration into your management structure
- Support and quality assurance from our wider team in the background
Value of Senior Leadership presence
Having a senior leadership presence on demand through our service offers significant value. First and foremost, it ensures continuity – critical decisions and daily overview are managed without pause, so your business does not lose momentum during a transition. Our interim leaders also bring strategic alignment, keeping IT and security initiatives in conjunction with your business objectives. They are adept at earning trust quickly: employees gain confidence knowing an experienced hand is at the helm, and stakeholders (from the board to customers) see that the organization is in capable care. Furthermore, our interim managers introduce best practices and fresh perspectives gained from leading in multiple environments. This means you benefit not only from maintained leadership, but often an elevated approach that can strengthen processes and teams for the long run.
In brief
- Continuity in critical decisions and daily oversight
- Strategic alignment of IT and security initiatives
- Trust among employees and stakeholders, and fresh perspectives from other environments
Transition Planning and Handover
We incorporate transition planning from the start of every interim engagement. Our goal is to make the eventual handover to your permanent leader (or back to your internal team) as smooth as possible. The interim manager documents key decisions, processes, and ongoing tasks throughout their tenure. As the assignment nears completion, we facilitate thorough knowledge transfer – this may include joint sessions with the incoming manager, detailed documentation of systems and projects, and training for staff to ensure they are prepared to continue the work. By emphasizing structured handover practices, Kristensson ensures that no critical knowledge is lost and that your organization experiences a continuity of leadership even after our interim manager’s departure. The result is a well-managed transition where new leaders can step in confidently and build on the foundation we’ve maintained.
In brief
- Handover planning from the start of every engagement
- Continuous documentation of decisions, processes and activities
- Structured knowledge transfer to the incoming manager or internal team
Our Manager as a Service provides flexible access to senior IT and security leadership, exactly when your organization needs it. By filling interim roles with experienced professionals, we help you navigate transitions, drive important initiatives, and keep your technology strategy aligned with business goals. Reach out to us to explore how an interim CIO, CISO, IT Manager or other leadership role could best support your organization – we’re here to ensure you have the senior expertise and continuance to succeed, every step of the way.
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