Last summer, a conversation took place between a group of security professionals from EclecticIQ and Booz Allen Hamilton. The topic was straightforward: The Hague is home to NATO, Europol, the Dutch NCSC, and The Hague Security Delta - the largest security cluster in Europe. It is also home to major global enterprises, financial institutions, and critical national infrastructure that represent som...
**STEELMAN:** The narrative presents a compelling case for grassroots cybersecurity events as essential to fostering talent, sharing practical knowledge, and strengthening community bonds. By highlighting The Hague’s unique concentration of security institutions and the absence of a practitioner-led event, the argument gains credibility. The emphasis on accessibility, volunteerism, and independence from commercial interests aligns with the ethos of the BSides movement, which has a proven track r...