Henry Benthem, Van
About Henry Benthem, Van
Henry Benthem is a Senior Project Manager for Datacenters at Liberty Global, where he has worked since 2022 in Amsterdam. He has over 10 years of experience in various managerial roles across multiple organizations, specializing in IT security and infrastructure management.
Work at Liberty Global
Currently, Van serves as a Senior Project Manager for Datacenters at Liberty Global, a position he has held since 2022. His role is based in Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands. In this capacity, he is responsible for overseeing various projects related to data center management and infrastructure. His previous experience at Liberty Global includes working as a Project Delivery Manager and Scrum Master for the Core Networks team from 2019 to 2021.
Education and Expertise
Van has a strong educational background, having studied at HU University of Applied Sciences Utrecht. He completed a Masterclass in Security Management in 2021 and a Masterclass in Business Process Management in 2020. Additionally, he holds a Masterclass in Project Management & Change, also from HU University. His certifications include CISSP, Certified CyberArk PIM Administrator, Prince2, IPMA-D, and ITIL V2 and V3, highlighting his expertise in IT security and project management.
Background in Project Management
Van has over 10 years of experience in various managerial roles across both profit and non-profit organizations. His career includes significant positions such as Project Delivery Manager at Ingenico ePayments and Program Manager at DLL. He has also worked as a Project Manager at ING, where he was involved in the CyberArk Ichange Program. His extensive background includes managing infrastructure and network demand for database cloud migrations.
Professional Experience in IT and Networking
Van's professional journey includes various roles that emphasize his expertise in IT infrastructure and networking. He has worked as a Network Consultant at Xtilton and as a Transitiemanager at Ziggo B.V. His experience also encompasses teaching and course development at Dirksen Opleidingen. Throughout his career, he has utilized tools such as CyberArk, Jira, MS Project, and Visio, which are integral to his project management and IT security roles.
Skills and Management Style
Van specializes in IT security, privileged accounts management, and datacenter operations. He is known for his pragmatic, result-oriented approach and his ability to thrive in high-pressure situations. His management style fosters employee development through trust and mutual respect, combining technical knowledge with empathy and sincerity. This approach has allowed him to create effective working environments that support team growth.