David Van Der Sluis
About David Van Der Sluis
David Van Der Sluis is an IT Security Manager at flatexDEGIRO AG in Amsterdam, Netherlands, with extensive experience in information security and development training. He has held various roles in security management and consulting across multiple organizations since 2016.
Work at flatexDEGIRO
David Van Der Sluis has been serving as the IT Security Manager at flatexDEGIRO AG since 2021. He is based in Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the company's IT security measures and ensuring the protection of sensitive information. His tenure at flatexDEGIRO has lasted for three years, during which he has contributed to enhancing the organization's security posture.
Current Role at Hacktive B.V.
In addition to his position at flatexDEGIRO, David Van Der Sluis is the Owner and Security Specialist at Hacktive B.V., a role he has held since 2018. Located in Rotterdam, South Holland, he provides specialized security services and training. His focus includes coaching developers and security trainees, helping to build a stronger security foundation within organizations.
Previous Positions in Information Security
David has a diverse background in information security, having held several key positions prior to his current roles. He worked as an Information Security Manager at Sanoma NL for eight months in 2018. He also served as a Security Engineer at Talpa Network for five months in the same year. Additionally, he was a Security Manager a.i. at DEGIRO from 2020 to 2021 and a Security Consultant at ABN AMRO Bank N.V. in 2019.
Educational Background
David Van Der Sluis completed his secondary education at S.G. Schravenlant, where he studied Health & Science (N&G) and achieved VWO from 2001 to 2005. He later pursued higher education at Hogeschool Rotterdam, focusing on Information Technology for one year in 2005-2006. His foundational education at CBS van der Boomschool spanned from 1992 to 1998.
Technical Skills and Expertise
David possesses extensive technical skills in various areas of IT security. He is proficient in multiple programming languages, including PHP, Python, Perl, Java, and NodeJS. He has expertise in CI/CD pipelines, integrating security DAST/SAST tooling, and managing secrets with tools like Vault and CyberArk. His knowledge extends to Docker container security, web security issues, and using various auditing tools such as Nmap and Burp Suite.