Phishing prevention is key for cyber resilience: ACEN and OutKept join forces

Phishing remains one of the most common entry points for attackers and hackers. To build real cyber resilience, organizations need more than just the right technology and advice, they also need awareness. That’s why ACEN and OutKept have joined forces.

We have collaborated to make a 6 part video series, where we explore the value of our partnership, the power of phishing simulations and the broader cybersecurity challenges most companies face today.

Who is OutKept?

OutKept was founded 5 years ago, with one clear mission: to help companies prevent phishing attacks by a phishing simulation platform and relevant training courses.

Simon Bauwens, co-founder of OutKept explains that their phishing simulation platform combines smart, real-life attack scenarios with engaging training modules.

This way, OutKept helps organizations strengthen their resilience against phishing and to broaden their knowledge of a wide range of cyber awareness topics.

More information about OutKept can be found here: https://www.outkept.com/

Who are we? ​

ACEN brings together a broad and deep expertise of cybersecurity. With dedicated teams specializing in various technologies, ACEN helps organizations tackle their security challenges such as phishing.

Our mission? Becoming the go-to cybersecurity partner that guides clients from A to Z in building a cyber-resilient organization.

Why this partnership between OutKept and ACEN?

You can’t build a strong cyber resilience in your organization without making your own people aware. Many cyberattacks still begin with a phishing email that compromises credentials, and from there, it’s just a small step to gain access to your full system. This partnership could become your own superhero because:

  • Most attacks start with a human click, as stated before. Your own people are your first line of defense
  • Combining awareness and strategy creates long-term cyber resilience

What OutKept brings to the table

  • Realistic phishing simulations tailored to your environment
  • Bite-sized, engaging training content for employees
  • A platform that increases awareness and changes behaviour
  • Continuous updates based on latest phishing tactics
What ACEN adds:
  • Strategic guidance around cybersecurity maturity
  • Integration with frameworks like NIS2, ISO 27001
  • Broader support across identity, access and infrastructure security
  • Hands-on expertise across multiple technologies and industries

The partnership is rooted in a shared vision: helping organizations build lasting cyber resilience. Over time, we’ve grown from occasional conversations to a true partnership, one built on trust, transparency, and continuous exchange.

Discover everything you need to know about phishing, the influence of AI on phishing, crazy phishing cases and more in our video series:

Our partnership

Why and how we joined forces

Phishing today

How threats are evolving

The OutKept approach

What makes our platform unique

NIS2 & user awareness

A strategic perspective

AI & cybersecurity

The opportunities and risks

Advice for the future

Phishing for the future

Are you ready to take the driver’s seat?

ACEN is happy to be your co-pilot!
Get in contact with William, our cybersecurity advisor, for all your questions or to get started!

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