Koen Rouwhorst
About Koen Rouwhorst
Koen Rouwhorst is the Head of Security at Framer, where he leads the information security program. He has extensive experience in security engineering and software development, having worked at various companies including Blendle and Microsoft.
Current Role as Head Of Security
Koen Rouwhorst currently serves as the Head Of Security at Framer, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he leads the information security program, focusing on developing secure solutions for customers. His work emphasizes collaboration with product, engineering, and legal teams to ensure the security of products. Rouwhorst operates in a hybrid work environment based in Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands.
Previous Experience at Framer
Before becoming Head Of Security, Koen Rouwhorst worked at Framer as a Security Engineer from 2019 to 2022. During this three-year tenure, he contributed to the company's security initiatives and helped in building secure products. His experience at Framer laid the foundation for his current leadership role in security.
Career Background in Security and Development
Koen Rouwhorst has a diverse background in security and software development. He worked as a Security Engineer at Blendle from 2014 to 2019, where he focused on enhancing security measures. Earlier in his career, he held various development roles, including Junior Developer at Amercom and Intern Developer at wehkamp.nl. His experience spans several companies and roles, providing him with a well-rounded skill set in both security and development.
Education and Academic Qualifications
Koen Rouwhorst holds a Bachelor of ICT from Windesheim, where he studied from 2006 to 2011. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Science in Computer Science from the University of Twente, completing his studies from 2011 to 2013. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his work in information security and software development.
Current Role as Information Security Advisor
In addition to his role at Framer, Koen Rouwhorst has been working as an Information Security Advisor at Privesc since 2018. This position allows him to apply his expertise in security to advise on best practices and strategies for safeguarding information. His dual roles demonstrate his commitment to enhancing security across different platforms.