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The name Fortytwo originates from ‘The Hitchhikers’ Guide to the Galaxy,’ a prominent comedy science fiction series by Douglas Adams. In this book, the main character Arthur Dent is taken on a voyage through the cosmos. During one of his encounters, Dent witnesses something very special: a computer named ‘Deep Thought’ is about to answer a question it had been asked a long time before: ‘The Great Question of Life, the Universe, and Everything’.
The response formulated by the computer is ’42,’ to great dismay to all present. How can this be a serious answer? When asked to explain the background of this peculiar response, the computer explains that it is not so much the answer that’s strange, but rather the question itself.
The idea that that sometimes the question, rather than the response, causes the problem, fits perfectly with the vision of the Fortytwo founders. Many other IT companies have found inspiration in Douglas Adam’s work as well. For example, IBM named their chess computer Deep Thought, and it is not uncommon to find computers and software with names that refer to characters like Zaphod, Beeblebrox, Babel Fish en Bethselamin.
Fortytwo Security is founded on the ideals of dependability, dedication, and perseverance. We believe our commitment to these values, and a great working environment will result in a level of service and success unmatched in the industry.
Dependability
We are a team of kind responsible security professionals; loyal to our clients, and someone you can depend on. We are committed to being a reliable partner for your cyber security and compliance needs.
Perseverance
Always committed to fulfilling our obligations and helping you meet your goals. Through hard work, experience, education, and persistence we will overcome all challenges, solve any problem, and complete your project on time and within budget.
Dedication
We are constantly improving ourselves so that we consistently deliver top-rated security compliance services. We are dedicated to being the best, and determined to see our clients succeed.
Our team was founded by three leading cybersecurity experts, whose combined expertise forms a formidable senior leadership ensemble. They refined their technical and commercial acumen across diverse environments, each contributing unique skills cultivated through years of industry experience.
Since the beginning of 2024, we sadly said goodbye to our dear co-founder, Rogier Mars, whose vision, humor, and expertise were instrumental in shaping our company. We deeply mourn his passing. His legacy lives on in our ongoing commitment to cybersecurity.
Sven Brouwer
Sven Brouwer is an Information Security expert with excellent process managing skills. He turns complex processes into simple task-based activities. Sven assessed numerous security payment environments and applications and helped many organizations meet compliance objectives. His consulting approach is frank and direct, offering clients a unique blend of business, risk, and security expertise with excellent process managing skills.
Vincent Ossewaarde
Vincent Ossewaarde is an Information Security Expert and member of the advisory board on information security of NLdigitaal. Vincent is known to simplify security into easily understood terminology, therefore he is a sought-after industry speaker and contributor to the IT security press. With his perspectives from both technology and security auditing, he can add the ‘on-the-ground’ experience to help companies get secure.
In Memoriam
Rogier Mars
Rogier Mars was an esteemed Information Technology and Information Security Expert renowned for his expertise in high-tech and financial industries. Throughout his career, Rogier dedicated himself to managing, auditing, reviewing, and enhancing over 200 information technology departments, while also establishing corporate security functions. With over two decades of invaluable experience at the highest levels, Rogier was an indispensable asset to our team. His legacy of excellence and dedication continues to inspire us.
“We don’t fit in a category, we are a category.”
Vincent
"We like to work smarter - not harder."
Dien
“Knowledge is Power.”
Nathalia
