WHY WE EXIST
Our company stands for integrity, fosters open dialogue and respect, and embraces pragmatism to deliver straightforward, effective solutions in cybersecurity.
Defeating cybercriminals and bad actors is a game of cat and mouse. We believe that bad actors can be countered by people with an 'attacker mindset' and effective tools on their side. By understanding the attackers' goals, tactics, techniques and procedures, you can more effectively build a resilient organisation. We help you by showing you how your IT can be exploited so that you can fix it and prevent it from happening in the future.
Meet the founders
Ralf Bardoel
Founder & CEO
Ralf brings his advisory, audit and technical background to lead our customer-focused approach at CREDS. Known for his strategic vision, technical knowledge and love for a challenge, Ralf ensures that our security solutions not only meet but exceed customer expectations. His leadership is driven by a commitment to understand and address the unique security needs of each client. Under his guidance, CREDS remains dedicated to delivering top-tier, tailored attack strategies that are both innovative and practical.
Daan Wagenaar
Founder & CTO
Daan drives the strategic development of our platform's infrastructure and product development at CREDS. With his deep expertise in infrastructure and security testing he recognised the value in automating repetitive tasks found in penetration testing and red teaming. Daan's leadership is marked by his focus on actual risks, simplicity in solutions, and avoidance of unnecessary complexity, ensuring our offensive security platform remains practical and accessible.
THINGS WE VALUE
Integrity
We say what we mean and mean what we say. We are honest and work hard, regardless of interests and stakeholders.
Dialogue & Respect
We believe in discussions based on mutual respect to reach consensus. We value team goals above individual interests.
Pragmatism
With our clients we learn. We learn what to build and by building, we learn. Discussion is important, but never at the expense of progress. We aim to keep things simple and straight forward.
What we are certified for
CREDS holds ISO 27001 and works to the standards of the associations we belong to.
ISO 27001
Certified
SOC 2
Expected in the first half of 2027
GDPR
Personal data processed under the GDPR
Member of Cyberveilig Nederland and NOREA, and a recognised training company.