Why cybersecurity training is strategically more important than individual courses or certifications
More and more organizations are discovering that cybersecurity training is not an expense, but a strategic investment in resilience. The question is no longer whether to invest in digital security, but how that investment actually leads to demonstrable risk reduction. The threat is ever-present, compliance requirements are increasing, and the labor market remains tight. At the same time, research shows […]
Becoming a cybersecurity specialist with Trivian: what a good education does and does not promise
More and more people want to become cybersecurity specialists. Not because of hype, but out of necessity. Organizations are digitizing faster than ever, threats are increasing, and regulations such as NIS2 are forcing companies to demonstrate that their cyber resilience is up to standard. At the same time, many professionals are looking for a realistic career switch to a field that combines substance, responsibility, and future prospects. That combination ensures […]
Reducing cybersecurity ramp-up time in 2026: 5 keys to faster cybersecurity onboarding
Cybersecurity teams are growing, but the pressure is growing faster. Increasingly, the bottleneck is not recruitment, but cybersecurity ramp-up time: the period between "hired" and "reliably deployable." Among Dutch cybersecurity specialists, 61% indicate that their organization was the victim of a successful cyberattack in the past year, higher than the European average of 52%. At the same time, demand is rising […]
Which cybersecurity roles suit you? Cybersecurity roles in the Netherlands explained
Making the transition to cybersecurity is appealing, but also confusing. Cybersecurity roles are rapidly increasing in number, while job titles are becoming increasingly specialized. SOC analyst, incident response analyst, cloud security specialist, GRC, pentest, ethical hacker. What do these cybersecurity roles really mean in the Netherlands, and which career path suits you best? This guide provides a practical overview […]
Why practical training is the key to predictable cybersecurity teams
The pressure on cybersecurity teams will increase significantly in 2026. Not only because of more incidents and more complex IT environments, but also because of stricter requirements for demonstrable risk management and incident response. At the same time, the labor market shortage will continue to grow significantly. Analysis by Platform Talent voor Technologie shows that the number of cybersecurity vacancies in the Netherlands rose from around 8,000 in 2018 to almost […]
Starting cybersecurity in 2026: a realistic start without an IT background
Cybersecurity is everywhere. Data breaches, phishing, and ransomware are in the news every day. Perhaps you have been considering this field for some time and are seriously contemplating a career in cybersecurity. The question is how to get started in cybersecurity, especially if you are not (yet) an IT professional or are considering a career change. The honest answer is that cybersecurity […]
Cybersecurity strategy: security training for companies as a structural risk reduction measure (NIS2)
Why this is now relevant to the boardroom As a member of the executive board or CTO, you focus on continuity, growth, and reputation. In 2026, the bar by which you are judged will change. Not only by attackers, but also by legislation, chain partners, and insurers. This means that cybersecurity will no longer be seen as "operational IT hygiene," but as a management issue that directly affects [...]
How to develop a cybersecurity mindset and learn to think like a hacker
You can't recognize a true cybersecurity professional by how many tools they know, but by their cybersecurity mindset. Anyone who wants to seriously learn cybersecurity must learn to think like a hacker. That's exactly where the difference lies between someone who knows the theory and someone who can keep a cool head during real attacks. The timing is critical. The Netherlands is struggling with […]
What Trivian means for organizations that want to retain cybersecurity talent in 2026
Retaining cybersecurity talent will no longer be purely an HR issue in 2025 and 2026. For many organizations, it poses a direct risk to continuity, compliance, and administrative responsibility. With the introduction of NIS2, the bar is being raised. Not only must policies and tools be in place, but demonstrable capacity must also be demonstrated. Teams must be stable, knowledge must be secured, and so on.
Salary in cybersecurity: what can you expect in the Netherlands?
Salary in cybersecurity is a decisive factor for many starters and career changers. And rightly so. In the Netherlands, the demand for cybersecurity professionals continues to grow, while organizations will have to invest extra in digital resilience in 2025 and 2026 due to stricter requirements such as NIS2. This is directly reflected in cybersecurity salaries in the Netherlands, which grow in line with responsibility, specialization, and expertise.