I'm incredibly proud to share that EclecticIQ has been officially certified as a Leading Employer Netherlands 2025, placing us among the top 1% of employers in the Netherlands. Having joined the company about a year ago, this recognition validates what drew me here in the first place and what I've experienced firsthand: our people truly are our greatest asset.
Why This Recognition Means So Much
When I first learned about this award, I was struck by how rigorous the evaluation process is. The Leading Employer certification isn't based on surveys or self-reported data. The Institute of Research & Data Aggregation conducts a comprehensive meta-study analyzing hundreds of sources and millions of data points across nine critical dimensions:
- Attractiveness & Image
- Employee Experience
- Work-Life Quality
- Compensation & Benefits
- Professional Development
- Culture & Values
- Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
- Environmental, Social & Governance
- Recruiting Performance
What I love about this approach is that it's completely independent and merit-based. No marketing budgets or lobbying efforts can influence the outcome. It's purely about how we actually treat our people and the environment we've created together.
Our Dutch Roots, Global Ambitions
Regularly working from our Amsterdam headquarters, I've had the opportunity to see how we've established ourselves as European cyber champions operating at global scale, while never losing sight of our Dutch heritage. In my time here, I've experienced firsthand what's uniquely Dutch about our approach: we're direct in our communication, pragmatic in our solutions, yet always innovative in our thinking.
These values aren't just company slogans on a wall. Over the past year, I've seen them lived out in how our teams collaborate, how we solve complex problems, and how we support each other through challenges.
What I See Every Day
In my role, I get to interact with people across all our teams, and what consistently amazes me is the caliber of minds we've assembled. Every product breakthrough starts with someone asking "what if we tried this differently?" Every customer success story begins with a team member going the extra mile. Every innovation reflects the diverse perspectives and deep expertise of our colleagues.
In cybersecurity, we often talk about technology, but I've learned that our strongest defense is always human ingenuity. This Leading Employer recognition proves we've created an environment where cybersecurity professionals don't just clock in and out. They genuinely thrive, push boundaries, and drive meaningful impact protecting organizations around the world.
What This Recognition Means for All of Us
For our current team: This is external validation of what you already experience. You're not just working for any company; you're part of an organization that's officially recognized for creating an exceptional workplace.
For our customers: When you partner with EclecticIQ, you're working with a team that's engaged, motivated, and genuinely cares about your success. This recognition backs up what you probably already feel in your interactions with us.
For future talent: If you're considering joining us, this certification provides independent proof that EclecticIQ offers more than cutting-edge cybersecurity work. We're a place where careers flourish and contributions matter.
Looking Ahead
This recognition comes at an exciting time. Cyber threats are evolving rapidly, and the need for human-driven solutions has never been greater. As European cyber champions with global reach, our success isn't just measured by our platform capabilities but by the brilliant people who understand that cybersecurity is fundamentally about protecting businesses, communities, and critical infrastructure from those who would do harm.
With our exceptional team as our foundation, I'm excited about what we'll achieve next. We'll keep pushing the boundaries of threat intelligence and cyber defense, staying true to our Dutch values while strengthening cyber resilience at global scale.
This award belongs to every single person at EclecticIQ. Thank you for making this recognition possible, and here's to everything we'll accomplish together.
