Cyber security/Software development

Cyber Security / Software Development

Until the end of the 20th century, IT and security operated as separate functions: IT typically served as an administrative support tool, while security relied primarily on physical and human controls. The relationship between the two was ad hoc, and systemic integration did not exist.

The rise of digitalisation has fundamentally transformed this setup: information security and IT have become inseparably intertwined. The intersection between technology and security architecture is now a critical factor neither can be meaningfully addressed without the other. A security concept can only be as effective as the coherence and reliability of all its components, including technological, logical, and human elements.

It is ineffective for an organisation to deploy advanced IT solutions if the associated controls, access management, process integrity, or user awareness are lacking; likewise, physical or organisational protections are insufficient if the IT layer remains vulnerable.

Modern digital operations and paperless business models now demand that IT security be embedded from the very beginning of system design—not as a later-stage control or risk mitigation element, but as an integrated, mission-critical component.

We meet the complex security needs of our clients by leveraging the expertise of our partners, delivered through the service activities outlined in the following sections.

Infrastructure and Software Component Vulnerability Assessment

With the support of our expert team, we perform a comprehensive security audit of the corporate IT environment. Through both asset-level and software component-based assessments, we identify potential vulnerabilities, which are evaluated and classified according to standard information security criteria as well as client-specific requirements.

For each identified risk, we develop detailed, actionable recommendations.

During the assessment, special attention is given to detecting the presence of known zero-day vulnerabilities, identifying potential indicators of exploitation, and ruling out possible attack vectors. If signs of active exploitation are detected, we identify all affected system components—this includes subsystems, privilege levels, user accounts, and data sets.

Following this, we provide targeted recommendations to eliminate the specific vulnerabilities and propose defense mechanisms designed to prevent similar threats in the future.

Process-Based Security Risk Analysis

Beyond technical components, we place special emphasis on the security-focused analysis of business and operational processes within IT operations. The goal of this assessment is to uncover risks embedded in information flow, access rights management, authentication mechanisms, and the organizational governance of system usage.

In practice, this includes identifying excessive privilege levels, detecting unused but active accounts, and exposing discrepancies between assigned permissions and actual user roles.

We also assess the structural consistency of IT operations—such as redundancies in the information architecture, the consistent application of zero trust principles, and the robustness of authentication and access control mechanisms. Special attention is given to evaluating the potential for social engineering attacks targeting privileged users.

For each identified risk, we deliver targeted mitigation recommendations tailored to the organization’s operational context and security maturity level.

Risk Management Proposals and Implementation of Security Measures

After identifying vulnerabilities and operational risks, we propose targeted actions to eliminate them and enhance the overall protection level. These may involve acquiring new hardware or software components, implementing security-focused configuration changes, or engaging external services (e.g., managed SOC, DDoS protection, identity-as-a-service). All proposed measures are aligned with the client’s IT environment, operational capacity, and security objectives.

Where required, we also assist in the implementation of these measures: coordinating modifications to the security architecture, facilitating alignment between technological and organizational changes, and supporting the integration of new security controls into the operational logic of the IT system. Our objective is to ensure that individual security measures function not in isolation, but as part of an integrated, coherent, and sustainable protection model.

Security Compliance Validation and Periodic Review

We validate the effectiveness and operational integrity of implemented or updated security measures through targeted assessments. The objective is to determine whether the IT system meets the defined protection level and can fulfill the organization's practical security expectations. The evaluation includes verifying the impact of risk mitigation actions, monitoring changes in the attack surface, and observing system behavior under simulated attack scenarios.

Where required, we also provide ongoing monitoring of the security posture based on a schedule defined by the client. This may include regular re-testing (e.g., following version upgrades), configuration audits, periodic reviews of access control structures, and retrospective analysis of log data. Our goal is to ensure that security is not a one-time project deliverable but a sustainable, adaptive element of daily operations.

Security Compliance Validation and Periodic Review

We validate the effectiveness and operational integrity of implemented or updated security measures through targeted assessments. The objective is to determine whether the IT system meets the intended protection level and whether it can reliably fulfill the organization's practical security requirements. The evaluation includes examining the effectiveness of mitigation actions, monitoring shifts in the attack surface, and analyzing system behavior under simulated attack scenarios.

If required, we also provide continuous monitoring of the security posture, following a schedule defined by the client. This may involve regular retesting (e.g., following system upgrades), configuration audits, periodic reviews of privilege structures, and retrospective analysis of log data. Our goal is to ensure that security is not a one-time project deliverable, but a sustainable and adaptive element of day-to-day operations.

Unique Adaptive Security Solutions and AI Integration

Traditional protection mechanisms alone no longer offer adequate defense in a rapidly evolving threat landscape. To improve risk anticipation and reduce incident response times, purpose-built adaptive security components—particularly those based on Artificial Intelligence (AI)—are becoming increasingly essential.

As AI systems develop exponentially, attackers have also deployed automated, dynamically learning attack models. Consequently, effective defense requires a security architecture that goes beyond standard components to include custom-developed elements that are difficult to model. Examples of these include machine learning-based behavioral analyzers and predictive anomaly detectors, which remain opaque to external observers and are thus harder to bypass.

During the development of a custom AI-based solution, we perform or support the following steps on the customer’s side:

Identify the points in the defense architecture where integrating an AI layer can be effective;
Select the appropriate AI model and define training and validation methodologies;
Parameterize the algorithm, train it, and monitor its operation;
Design or adapt the software environment to fit the existing system;
Test live operation, then commission and monitor the system.

These targeted developments require significant resources but play a key role in the long-term resilience and adaptability of the security architecture.

User awareness and a security-aware corporate culture
Even the most advanced technological defense systems become vulnerable if users are unaware of the operational rules, the nature of threats, and their role within the enterprise’s security architecture. The human factor is the most common and unpredictable weak point in information security. Therefore, alongside technical measures, raising organisational awareness is essential.

Our training programs aim to help employees understand that security regulations are not a burden but protective mechanisms, whose correct application directly contributes to the organisation’s resilience. Our training content is flexible and tailored to the organisation’s risk profile, operating environment, and staff roles. Training can be delivered face-to-face, online, or as blended (hybrid) sessions, optionally including measurable competency tests, exams, or gamified practice modules. Our goal is not merely to convey information but to foster a long-term security-conscious mindset.

Custom software development in safety-critical environments
In many cases, due to the specific characteristics of the business environment, the existing infrastructure, or the particular requirements of business operations, standard security tools and frameworks cannot be applied directly or only with significant compromises. In such situations, integrating targeted, custom-developed software components is necessary—components that fit seamlessly into the existing architecture both technologically and from a security perspective.
Our collaborative development partner brings decades of experience in custom software development for enterprise and mission-critical systems. We cover the entire development process: from assessing business needs through system design, implementation, and testing, to integration and support in live environments.