Erlijn Van Genuchten - Science communicator and change manager

Q: Where is Erlijn based?

Erlijn is based in Tübingen, Germany .

Q: What languages does Erlijn speak?

Erlijn speaks the following languages: Dutch (Native), German (Advanced), English (Advanced), French (Elementary), Italian (Elementary) .

Q: How many years of experience does Erlijn have?

Erlijn has at least 7 years of experience. During this time, Erlijn has worked in at least 3 different roles and for 2 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 5 months . Note that Erlijn may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Erlijn's latest experience?

Erlijn's most recent position is Science communicator and change manager at Sustainable Decisions .

Q: What companies has Erlijn worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Erlijn has worked for Sustainable Decisions and United Nations Economic Commission for Europe .

Q: Which industries is Erlijn most experienced in?

Erlijn is most experienced in industries like Energy , Professional Services , and Information Technology .

Q: Which business areas is Erlijn most experienced in?

Erlijn is most experienced in business areas like Research and Development , Information Technology , and Quality Assurance . Erlijn also has some experience in Marketing and Sustainability Management .

Q: Which industries has Erlijn worked in recently?

Erlijn has recently worked in industries like Energy , Professional Services , and Information Technology .

Q: Which business areas has Erlijn worked in recently?

Erlijn has recently worked in business areas like Research and Development , Information Technology , and Quality Assurance .

Recommended expert

Tübingen, Germany

Experience

Jan 2022 - Dec 2023

2 years

Tübingen, Germany

Science communicator and change manager

Sustainable Decisions

Online personality (inspiring people worldwide on social media to make sustainable decisions)
Book series "A Guide to a Healthier Planet" Volumes 1, 2, and 3 in English and German, Springer Nature

Jan 2021 - Present

5 years 3 months

Cybersecurity specialist: Consultant, Speaker, Penetration Tester, Trainer

Sustainable Decisions

AI governance expert contributing to the paper "The Nexus of Artificial Intelligence and Energy Security: A Smarter, More Resilient, and Secure Energy Future for the United States and India" (in progress), Observer Research Foundation America
Podcast: AI chatbot hacking
Author of the book "How Artificial Intelligence Can Be Used to Do Good: Scientific Insights and Actionable Steps for People, Planet, and Prosperity" (in progress), Springer Nature
Trainer for EU AI Act course "Understanding AI and Using It Safely – For Entrepreneurs and Decision-Makers", Speakers Excellence Holding GmbH
Several speaking engagements on cybersecurity, sustainability, and AI with Speakers Excellence Holding GmbH, for example "Hackers vs. AI – Attack on AI Job Application Portals"
Head trainer for a course on cybersecurity, GDPR, and the EU AI Act, MindRefined GmbH
Head trainer for CompTIA Security+, MindRefined GmbH
Head trainer for CompTIA Network+, MindRefined GmbH
Head trainer for CompTIA Pentest+, MindRefined GmbH
Head trainer for CompTIA A+, MindRefined GmbH
Numerous web application penetration testing projects for Dutch and German clients
Prize-winning presentation "Cybersecurity and Sustainability in Companies: The Path to Long-Term Success" at Speaker Slam, Speakers Excellence
Speaker at Software Quality Days, imbus AG
Podcast "With Nudging to More Security", Richie Seidl
Customer reviews: ProvenExpert, LinkedIn

Jan 2019 - Present

7 years 3 months

Geneva, Switzerland

Member of the UN ECE Task Force on Digitalization in Energy

United Nations Economic Commission for Europe

Lead author and speaker for "Beyond Incentives: Fostering Intrinsic Motivation for Energy-Efficient Behaviors" (presentation)
Lead author and speaker for "Cyber-Resiliency in the Energy System"
Lead author and speaker for "Key Considerations and Solutions to Ensure Cyber-Resiliency in Smart Integrated Energy Systems"
Lead author and speaker for "Behavioral Barriers in the Adoption of Smart Meters"

Munich, Germany

Cybersecurity specialist, Project Manager, Penetration Test Team Lead

PwC Cyber Security Services GmbH and PwC GmbH

Supported clients in establishing a comprehensive ISMS in line with ISO 27001, including developing and documenting security policies and procedures for physical access control, password management, and other aspects of information asset protection
Conducted structured stakeholder interviews and risk assessments to identify existing security controls, evaluate their effectiveness, and pinpoint gaps requiring additional measures
Organized and facilitated workshops for business continuity management (BCM) projects at insurance companies to identify and document critical business processes, assess risks and vulnerabilities, and define business continuity and disaster recovery measures
Conducted business impact analyses and risk assessments to prioritize essential functions and ensure continuity strategies, recovery objectives (RTO/RPO), and contingency plans were in place

Nairobi, Kenya

Advisory Committee Member for UNEP West Asia's Frontiers Report 2022

UN Environmental Program

Reviewed a report for policymakers on sustainable digitalization and the triple planetary crisis in West Asia

Industry Experience

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Experienced in Energy, Professional Services, and Information Technology.

Energy

Professional Services

Information Technology

Business Area Experience

See which departments and functions this freelancer has contributed to most.

Experienced in Research and Development, Information Technology, Quality Assurance, Marketing, and Sustainability Management.

Research and Development

Information Technology

Quality Assurance

Marketing

Sustainability Management

Languages

Dutch

Native

German

Advanced

English

Advanced

French

Elementary

Italian

Elementary

Education

Oct 2009 - Jun 2013

Leibniz Institute for Knowledge Media

PhD in Psychology, magna cum laude · Psychology · Tübingen, Germany

Oct 2007 - Jun 2009

Utrecht University

MSc (Research Master) in Educational Sciences: Learning in Interaction · Educational Sciences · Utrecht, Netherlands

Oct 2004 - Jun 2007

Utrecht University

BSc in Information Science, summa cum laude · Information Science · Utrecht, Netherlands

...and 1 more

Certifications & licenses

AI Governance Professional (AIGP)

IAPP

AI Security and Governance: AI Program and Management

Securiti

CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+)

CompTIA

CompTIA Security+

CompTIA

The Ultimate AI/LLM/ML Penetration Testing Training Course

Udemy

BSI-Certified Penetration Tester

Bundesamt für Sicherheit in der Informationstechnik

Young Excellence Programme for High Potentials

PricewaterhouseCoopers

Advanced Web App Penetration Testing, Ethical Hacking, and Exploitation Techniques

SANS

Certified Data Protection Officer

PricewaterhouseCoopers

GIAC Web Application Penetration Tester (GWAPT)

SANS

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 5

Experience in Energy 7 y

Avg length 2 y 10 m

Longest experience 7 y 2 m

Global Experience

Countries worked in 3 (Germany, Switzerland, Kenya)

Primary country Germany

Expertise

Recent roles Science communicator and change manager, Cybersecurity specialist: Consultant, Speaker, Penetration Tester, Trainer, Member of the UN ECE Task Force on Digitalization in Energy

Main industries Energy, Professional Services, Information Technology

Main business areas Research and Development, Information Technology, Quality Assurance

Qualifications

Highest degree Doctorate

Certifications earned 10

Profile

Created

November 2025

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Where is Erlijn based?

Erlijn is based in Tübingen, Germany.

What languages does Erlijn speak?

Erlijn speaks the following languages: Dutch (Native), German (Advanced), English (Advanced), French (Elementary), Italian (Elementary).

How many years of experience does Erlijn have?

Erlijn has at least 7 years of experience. During this time, Erlijn has worked in at least 3 different roles and for 2 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 5 months. Note that Erlijn may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Erlijn be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Erlijn would be well-suited for roles such as: Science communicator and change manager, Cybersecurity specialist: Consultant, Speaker, Penetration Tester, Trainer, Member of the UN ECE Task Force on Digitalization in Energy.

What is Erlijn's latest experience?

Erlijn's most recent position is Science communicator and change manager at Sustainable Decisions.

What companies has Erlijn worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Erlijn has worked for Sustainable Decisions and United Nations Economic Commission for Europe.

Which industries is Erlijn most experienced in?

Erlijn is most experienced in industries like Energy, Professional Services, and Information Technology.

Which business areas is Erlijn most experienced in?

Erlijn is most experienced in business areas like Research and Development, Information Technology, and Quality Assurance. Erlijn also has some experience in Marketing and Sustainability Management.

Which industries has Erlijn worked in recently?

Erlijn has recently worked in industries like Energy, Professional Services, and Information Technology.

Which business areas has Erlijn worked in recently?

Erlijn has recently worked in business areas like Research and Development, Information Technology, and Quality Assurance.

What is Erlijn's education?

Erlijn holds a Doctorate in Psychology from Leibniz Institute for Knowledge Media, a Master in Educational Sciences from Utrecht University and a Bachelor in Information Science from Utrecht University.

Does Erlijn have any certificates?

Erlijn has 10 certificates. Among them, these include: AI Governance Professional (AIGP), AI Security and Governance: AI Program and Management, and CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+).

What is the availability of Erlijn?

Erlijn is immediately available full-time for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Erlijn?

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