Sander van den Broek
Web Dev & Cybersecurity Professional
Developer based in Een, Netherlands. I create fast, secure websites for businesses and handle all hosting and maintenance, so you can focus on your work while I keep your site running smoothly.
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DICTU - Rijksoverheid
Ethical Hacker
Oct 2021 — Present- Member of an elite 10-person penetration testing team dedicated to securing critical government infrastructure across multiple Dutch ministries, consistently delivering high-impact security assessments.
- Conduct comprehensive security assessments of web applications across diverse technology stacks including WordPress, Drupal, XML-based applications, Apex, and Pega, with specialized expertise in DigiD authentication system penetration testing.
- Perform advanced infrastructure security testing including Active Directory environments, Azure cloud platforms, and API security assessments, identifying critical vulnerabilities and providing actionable remediation guidance to government stakeholders.
- Co-developed and maintain a custom Flask-based reporting application that integrates with DefectDojo to generate professional, comprehensive penetration test reports, streamlining the team's delivery process and improving client communication.
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Co-Owner
Jan 2021 — Present- Co-founded and grew a mechanical keyboard e-commerce business by identifying and capitalizing on a market gap for enthusiast mechanical keyboard products in the Netherlands.
- Designed and built the complete Shopify storefront and developed custom integrations to automate invoice synchronization with accounting software, streamlining business operations and financial administration.
- Managed end-to-end business operations including supplier relationships, international customs clearance, customer support, technical infrastructure, and Discord community engagement through custom bot development.
Featured Projects
Maatwerk Marketing
Maatwerk Marketing helpt organisaties groeien met op maat gemaakte websites en campagnes, resultaatgericht en zonder omwegen.
About Me
Hi, I'm Sander van den Broek, a cybersecurity professional and web developer with a cybersecurity background and a passion for building fast, secure digital experiences. With expertise in modern frameworks like Astro and hands-on experience running a successful e-commerce business, I create websites that are both user-friendly and built with security in mind. Over the years, I've developed skills across the full spectrum of web development—from designing Shopify storefronts to building custom integrations and maintaining reliable hosting infrastructure. My projects range from e-commerce platforms to business websites, all with a focus on performance, security, and long-term maintainability.
