From manual review to automation: rethinking security assessments in software systems
Challenging assignment with €1000 compensation or €500 + lease car or €600 + housing, professional guidance, training sessions, knowledge events, brainstorming with colleagues and 2 vacation days p/m.
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How reliable are security assessments when they are performed entirely manually? In this Master’s thesis, you will explore how AI and static analysis can help support the (partial) automation of security assessments in software systems. You will work at the intersection of cybersecurity, software quality and AI while developing an approach with real-world impact.
Modern software systems are expected to comply with an increasing number of security requirements based on existing standards and best practices, such as encryption, authentication mechanisms and backup strategies. Assessing whether these security measures are correctly implemented is an important step in understanding the security posture of a system and identifying potential risks.
In practice, these security assessments are often performed manually by analyzing heterogeneous sources, including source code, technical documentation and infrastructure-as-code definitions. This process is time-consuming and error-prone.
The Assignment
This thesis explores opportunities to support or partially automate the assessment of security measures in software systems. However, it remains unclear to what extent such assessments can be reliably automated and which techniques are most suitable given the diversity of input sources and security requirements.
The goal of this thesis is to design and evaluate an approach for the (partial) automation of security assessments in software systems.
About Info Support
Info Support specializes in custom software, data/AI solutions, management, and training and is active in the Finance, Industry, Agriculture, Food & Retail, Mobility & Public, and Healthcare sectors. We provide solid and innovative solutions for complex and critical software issues. Our headquarters are located in Veenendaal (NL) and Mechelen (BE). At present, approximately 500 employees are employed by Info Support.
Info Support's working method is characterized by a number of core values: solidity, integrity, craftsmanship, and passion. These core values are intertwined in our work and the way we interact with each other.
To ensure that all employees are always up to date with the latest developments, Info Support has an in-house IT Academy that eagerly satisfies the hunger for more or different knowledge and skills.
B2 language proficiency in Dutch is required.
- Department
- Student Master
- Role
- Security
- Locations
- Info Support Nederland
- Remote status
- Hybrid
- Monthly salary
- 1,000
- Interessegebieden
- Security, Static analysis, AI, Software quality
Why graduate with Info Support?
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🧑🏫 Engaged guidance
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💰 Choose your compensation p/m
€ 1000,00 euro compensation
€ 500,00 euro + a lease car
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⚖️ Flexibility & balance
» Hybrid working
» Flexible working hours
» Sole focus on your graduation
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Growing in an environment full of knowledge and joy
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🌞 Welcoming company culture
» An informal and open atmosphere
» You’re part of the team from day one
» Weekly knowledge-sharing sessions
» Engaging community events
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❤️ Passion for IT & Craftsmanship
» Colleagues with a true passion for their craft
» Learn from teammates who love to share their knowledge
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🌱 Room to grow
» Graduating is the starting point of your career
» Opportunity to seamlessly transition into a job after graduation
» Clear development paths and growth opportunities
Your journey to Info Support
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🖥️ Digital introduction
During the digital introduction, you'll share who you are and what you're looking for. We'll tell you more about who we are and what we can offer you. That way, we can discover together whether there's a connection.
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🔍 Online assessments
Through two short online assessments, we gain a clear picture of who you are and what you're capable of. They cover your personality and motivations, as well as your technical knowledge.
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🏢 Meeting at our office
Based on the assessments, we gain insight into your profile. We’ll discuss your personality, have a sparring session with a fellow professional, and take the time to truly get to know the person behind the results.
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✍️ Finishing touches
After the interview, we’ll fine-tune the assignment and make the right match. This way, we lay the foundation for a successful collaboration. The final step is a personal signing moment with our director.
