Security Congress 2025: the event for digital sovereignty

Marcel

October 22, 2025

In a world where digital systems form the foundation of our economy, the question of who controls our critical infrastructure is more urgent than ever. Due to increasing geopolitical tensions and a growing dependence on non-European technology providers, digital sovereignty is high on the agenda of governments, businesses, and cybersecurity professionals.

Therefore, Security Congress 2025, taking place on October 7, 2025 in Gooiland, Hilversum, is considered one of the most important cybersecurity gatherings of the year.

Organized by ISACA, NOREA, and PvIB, the 21st edition of the congress brings together thought leaders, technical experts, and policymakers to answer one central question:
How can we as Europe maintain control, resilience, and trust in our digital future?

A program focused on resilience, continuity, and autonomy

This year’s program is built around the three pillars of digital sovereignty: legal, technical, and strategic control.

The congress opens with keynotes by Lokke Moerel and Liesbeth Holterman, two leading experts in the field of digital rights, governance, and security strategy.
They analyze Europe’s digital dependency and provide concrete insights into how organizations can regain more control through better governance and technological independence.

After the plenary sessions, participants can choose from three parallel tracks, each with its own perspective:

Resilience of digital society

This track addresses emerging threats, mitigation strategies, and ways to build trust in critical digital systems.

Continuity of operational technology (OT)

Here the focus is on how industries, energy companies, and infrastructures can remain operational during cyber incidents or geopolitical disruptions.

Strategic and tactical autonomy for the Netherlands

This track focuses on policy frameworks, European collaborations, and technological initiatives that contribute to national and European autonomy.

The day concludes with an inspiring keynote by Bert Hubert, who translates the concept of digital autonomy into three core concepts: confidentiality, agility, and resilience — delivered with his characteristic humor and sharp insights.

More than just a congress

Security Congress 2025 is not just a series of lectures — it is a networking and knowledge hub for professionals who shape the future of cybersecurity and governance.

Participants receive 5 PE points, making the event particularly valuable for professionals maintaining their ISACA or NOREA certification.

Visitors can expect:

  • Practical knowledge through sessions, case studies, and expert panels
  • Networking opportunities with professionals from government, business, and academia
  • Concrete insights that are directly applicable in policy and practice

Over the years, Security Congress has grown into a place where ideas lead to real collaboration. Many initiatives and partnerships have originated here — proof of the lasting impact of this congress.

Why RiskStudio is present

At RiskStudio, we believe that digital sovereignty begins with insight. Knowing which suppliers, technologies, and dependencies form the backbone of your digital operation.

Our platform enables organizations to make their digital chain more secure by:

  • 24/7 supplier monitoring
  • Detecting vulnerabilities and data breaches
  • Tracking incidents and threats in real-time

By translating complex chain information into clear, actionable insights, RiskStudio helps organizations understand where their risks lie and where they can strengthen control. Security Congress 2025 provides the ideal platform to discuss how visibility, monitoring, and informed decision-making directly contribute to digital resilience and autonomy.

We are present to share knowledge, make new connections, and demonstrate how RiskStudio helps organizations strengthen their digital position.

Why you cannot miss Security Congress 2025

If digital sovereignty is a theme within your organization — and it should be — then Security Congress 2025 is the event to attend.

Whether you are responsible for cybersecurity, policy, risk management, or governance, the congress offers inspiration, strategy, and concrete tools to maintain control in a complex digital world.

You will gain:

  • A deeper understanding of how sovereignty, security, and resilience are interconnected
  • Practical ideas to better protect your organization
  • Valuable contacts within the cybersecurity and governance community

Do not miss it: October 7, 2025 – Gooiland, Hilversum

Meet RiskStudio and join hundreds of professionals in the movement toward a safer, sovereign digital Europe.

Veelgestelde vragen

Wat is Security-Congres 2025?

Security-Congres 2025 is een van de belangrijkste Nederlandse evenementen op het gebied van cybersecurity en governance. Het wordt georganiseerd door ISACA, NOREA en PvIB en richt zich dit jaar op digitale soevereiniteit en autonomie.

Wanneer en waar vindt het plaats?

Het congres vindt plaats op 7 oktober 2025 in Gooiland, Hilversum.

Voor wie is het congres bedoeld?

Het event is relevant voor cybersecurityspecialisten, auditors, beleidsmakers, IT-leiders en professionals die actief zijn in risicomanagement en compliance.

Wat maakt de editie van 2025 bijzonder?

De focus op digitale soevereiniteit — een van de meest urgente strategische thema’s in Europa — en de aanwezigheid van topsprekers zoals Lokke Moerel, Liesbeth Holterman en Bert Hubert.

Wat is de rol van RiskStudio tijdens het congres?

RiskStudio is aanwezig om te laten zien hoe ketenmonitoring en risicointelligentie bijdragen aan digitale soevereiniteit en naleving van NIS2.

Kunnen deelnemers PE-punten verdienen?

Ja, deelnemers ontvangen 5 PE-punten, wat het congres extra waardevol maakt voor ISACA- en NOREA-leden.