European CISO of the Year 2024 | Visionary Cybersecurity Leader & Executive Coach

I help organisations transform the way they think about cybersecurity — shifting from compliance & controls to culture & resilience.

With over 20 years of experience in information and cybersecurity, I’ve built and led global programs that fuse strategic vision with pragmatic delivery, pairing academic insight with real-world leadership. As a coach and trainer, I’m passionate about turning cybersecurity professionals into trusted business leaders.

📌 What I bring to the table:
•	Recognised as European CISO of the Year 2024, reinforcing my credibility as a top-tier practitioner.
•	A track record of designing and delivering global infosec programmes and teams, driving measurable business impact and fostering organisational transformation.
•	A unique intersection of leadership, organisational behaviour and cybersecurity culture — enabling companies to embed security into their DNA rather than treating it as an add-on.
•	A dynamic speaker and trainer praised for authenticity, inspiration and pragmatism — my sessions blend storytelling, research and leadership lessons to engage diverse audiences and bridge cultural/organisational divides.
•	A mindset of “yes!” to innovation and change — challenging the status quo and driving transformation beyond traditional boundaries.

🔍 How I can help you:
Whether you are looking for a strategic executive to lead cybersecurity through complex change, a coach who can elevate your leadership in a cyber context, or a speaker/trainer who can engage senior teams and multiply their impact — I bring the experience, the network, and the dedication to make it happen.

Let’s connect if you’re seeking a visionary executive or coach who can orchestrate cutting-edge cybersecurity strategy, embed innovation and resilience in your organisation, and help elevate your people and culture for sustained success in today’s digital landscape.

Certified as: CISSP, CISM, CISA, CRISC, CGEIT, CSX-P, CDPSE, CCT, C|EH, E|CSA, L|PT, C|CISO, C|HFI, C|NDA, CIPP/e, CIPM, CIPT, FIP, CCSP, CCSK, S-ISME, S-DPP, C31000, PCS, SABSA

I am a Cybersecurity Rockstar!

Patric Versteeg

Wieck Molendijk Informatiebeveiliging en privacy (vh Privacy Specialist)

De Privacy Specialist is gespecialiseerd op het gebied van privacy en security management.
We kijken niet alleen naar het nu maar ook naar morgen en overmorgen. Een veilige werkomgeving creëren we door naar de toekomst vooruit te kijken en mogelijke risico’s in te schatten. Op een pragmatische manier vertalen wij de privacywet- en regelgeving naar jouw praktijk.

Privacy adviseur

Loose-IT

Dienstverlening en consultancy op het snijvlak van ICT, privacy, security, compliance en bedrijfskunde.

Eigenaar (sleeping)

Pluryn

Gevraagd en ongevraagd advies geven inzake vraagstukken op het snijvlak van Privacy, Informatiebeveiliging en zorgprocessen. Initiëren van projecten die bijdragen aan governance en compliance. Auditen van processen op toepasselijke wet- en regelgeving (AVG/ NEN7510). Opstellen van beleid inzake privacy en informatiebeveiliging.

Privacy Officer

DMCC Nederland B.V.

DMCC ondersteunt commerciële en non-profit organisaties bij het meten en verbeteren van de naleving van wet- en regelgeving in de interne-, maar ook externe klantcontactprocessen. Met DMCC haalt men de expertise in huis om grip en controle te verkrijgen op naleving van de Nederlandse wetgeving en zelfregulering in uw (commerciële, ideële of charitatieve) klantcontactprocessen.

Benieuwd hoe compliant uw organisatie nu is en nog verder kan worden? Bekijk dan onze website of neem telefonisch contact met ons op voor een vrijblijvend gesprek en/of quickscan.

Privacy auditor & ICT security advisor

Nierstichting

ICT Coördinator & Privacy Officer

Advisor and project manager for various internal business processes (operational, facilities, ICT, ICT security) and trainer business applications

Projectmedewerker ICT & facilitair

Fluenta

Functioneel beheerder a.i.

Sound Intelligence

Sound Intelligence is a worldwide pioneer, market leader and specialized in advanced audio analytics. Sound Intelligence was founded in 2000 to specialise in the development of highly advanced technology for audio analysis. The solutions are based on patented technology which is based on the operation of the human ear. The software analyses and interprets sounds, which makes recognition of other emotions such as aggression and fear possible.

Commercial projectlead

CLB Benelux BV

CLB is manufacturer and supplier of its in-house developed, integrated communication system, unicare. This system connects all electronic equipment and sensors in a building by means of one IP or ISDN cable network, enabling all devices to communicate with each other. With our knowledge about the technology as well market specific requirements, we are specialised in tailor-made solutions, "We deliver technology with Care".

Business development manager Acoustic monitoring

SecureComm B.V.

SecureComm was a value add distributor of innovative ICT solutions in the areas of Data Loss/ Leakage Prevention, Enterprise Content Management, Security, Storage and Virtualization. They supplied its products and accompanying services and training through an extensive network of resellers in the Benelux. 
They ended their business in 2011.

Product (marketing) manager

NMA ICT Solutions

Product Manager

Zijn business IT & management, privacy & informatiebeveiliging voor jou een "duivelse driehoek"? Van de privacywet mag een hele hoop, maar hoe zorg je dat je dat in je processen borgt? Kijken naar mogelijkheden en processen bijsturen, binnen gestelde kaders, maar ook dienend aan je processen, dat is waar ik graag opereer.

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