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Cybersecurity

As digitalisation progresses, improving cybersecurity within government organisations and raising awareness among citizens becomes increasingly vital. Digital vulnerabilities and threats are a daily reality. How should a government organisation respond? How do you prepare effectively? The government is taking steps to prioritise cybersecurity efforts as part of the Values-Driven Digitalisation Work Agenda.

“Making the World of Cyber More Logical and Straightforward”   

Featured Stories - 9 May 2025

With the number of cyberattacks increasing, CIO-Rijk and the CIP developed a serious game to help raise awareness and provide guidance on handling these crises.

NCSC Outlines 5 Basic Principles of Digital Resilience

News - 24 April 2025

Digital threats have become everyday occurrences. To raise your organisation's digital resilience, it is important to get the basics right. But where do you start?

“Focus on Resilience Rather than a Perfect Score” 

Caribbean News - 21 April 2025

On Basisbeveiliging.nl, professionals can assess the status of organisations' fundamental digital security measures, indicated on maps with traffic light colours.

Matthijs van Amelsfort (NCSC) on Leadership During a Crisis

Caribbean News - 5 March 2025

Matthijs van Amelsfort is the new director of the NCSC. After a career in cybercrime detection with the police, he now focuses on prevention and crisis management.

ICT Sector Hit Hardest by Ransomware

News - 18 February 2025

Of all Dutch businesses and organisations that fell victim to ransomware in 2024, the ICT sector was hit hardest, according to the Ransomware Annual Report 2024. We summarised the most notable trends.

New Policy Strengthens Resilience in Government Chains

Caribbean News - 23 January 2025

A new policy will help government chains manage risks such as cyber threats and vulnerabilities. Find out how to get started and meet goals with more certainty.

New Generation PKIoverheid Certificates Now Available

Caribbean News - 18 January 2025

PKIoverheid certificates G3+ and G4 will replace old versions in 2028. The transition to the new certificates takes time. Start preparing to avoid security risks.

5 Tips on How to Act During a Cyber Incident

News - 26 November 2024

Cyber incidents can potentially strike anyone. Crisis Expert Jori Kalkman (Netherlands Defence Academy) provides 5 tips on how to respond during a cyber incident. 

‘’Raising Digital Resilience to a Higher Level Together‘’

Featured Stories - 25 November 2024

Since his start as Director CIO Rijk(BZK) in June 2024, Art de Blaauw dealt with 3 cyber incidents. In this interview, he shares key learnings on working together.

Cyber Security Assessment 2024: Digital Threats on the Rise

Caribbean News - 29 October 2024

As Digital threats to the Netherlands are rising, a coordinated approach is essential. This is the main finding of Cyber Security Assessment the Netherlands 2024.

European Council Adopts Cyber Resilience Act (CRA)

News - 17 October 2024

This law strengthens digital security in the EU through strict security requirements for digital products. This CRA is a next step in the fight against cybercrime.

“Digital Resilience of our Organisation is a Top Priority”

Featured Stories - 30 September 2024

Digital resilience is a top priority for the Dutch Social Insurance Bank (SVB), says director Simon Sibma. After all, the SVB contributes to the livelihood of millions of Dutch citizens.

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