Gruzzy

Gruzzy is a niche recruitment agency founded by Jesse and Marc Hendriks, a father-and-son team with combined expertise spanning over 33 years in recruitment. The company specialises exclusively in cybersecurity talent acquisition, offering both permanent placement through werving & selectie and temporary interim solutions. Rather than posting vacancies and waiting for applications, Gruzzy leverages its extensive personal network of security professionals to identify candidates who are genuinely suited to each role, understanding not just their technical capabilities but their career aspirations and character.

The agency focuses entirely on the cybersecurity sector, recruiting for roles including CISO positions, Cyber Security Managers, Privacy Consultants, and security team members across various specialisations such as ISO 27001 compliance, NIS2 implementation, incident response, and penetration testing. Gruzzy works with organisations ranging from vital infrastructure providers to IT partners and established enterprises, matching candidates with positions that align with their professional development goals and personal preferences.

Operating across the Netherlands with a base in Amsterdam, Gruzzy distinguishes itself through transparent communication, personal attention to both candidates and employers, and a commitment to long-term relationships that extend beyond initial placement. The agency's approach centres on understanding what candidates genuinely want to learn and where they find professional satisfaction, then identifying opportunities that represent authentic career progression rather than simply filling vacancies. This philosophy, combined with deep market knowledge and a network of carefully vetted security professionals, has earned Gruzzy consistent five-star reviews from both candidates and hiring organisations.