This is what you do as Researcher Cybersecurity and Software Development

As a researcher, you will contribute to the development of secure software systems, AI-driven applications, and innovative cybersecurity solutions that support digital forensics and criminal investigations. You will work on prototypes, analytical platforms, and intelligent tools used for secure data processing, anomaly detection, and cyber threat analysis. Together with researchers and developers in multidisciplinary teams, you will help translate technological innovation into practical solutions for forensic investigations and digital security challenges.

Because you will be working in a security-sensitive environment, undergoing a security screening is mandatory.

This is where you will work

Academy of Life Sciences, Engineering and Design
As a Researcher Cybersecurity and Software Development at Saxion, you will be working within the Data-Driven Investigations team, which conducts research within the Technologies for Criminal Investigations research group. This team is part of the Academy of Life Science, Engineering and Design (LED). LED offers an inspiring and effective learning, working and research environment, focused on applied technologies and recent national and international developments.

Saxion’s employment terms and conditions

Working at Saxion means working on inspiring, future-oriented education and research. You will fulfil an exciting position, working independently in a dynamic, socially relevant organisation that matters. The position provides you with plenty of opportunities to take initiative and develop.

We also offer the following:

• The following salary scale: scale 8: min € 3,477 / max € 4,595 (cao-hbo) working on a full-time basis.
• 8% holiday allowance and 8.3% year-end bonus.
• You will receive a temporary contract, with the possibility of extension.
• A generous leave policy. For example: if you work full-time and have opted for a 40-hour week you can take 428 hours of leave annually. This means you will have 53.5 holiday leave days, including statutory holiday days and public holidays.
• Personal development: follow an inspirational webinar, workshop or training course at our internal Saxion Academy, do a career check or explore the possibilities of taking a master’s degree or PhD programme or professional doctorate.
• The Saxion Hybrid Working Package
• A comprehensive retirement plan. See the cao-hbo for more information.
• 100% allowance for travel by public transport and tax benefits on the purchase of a bicycle.

Would you like to find out more about our terms of employment? Check out our webpage.

Job requirements

We seek a professional who fits the job profile below. Does this sound like you? Then this job is ideal for you!

• Bachelor’s degree (HBO) in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience with secure software development, system architecture, and cybersecurity principles.
• Knowledge of AI, machine learning, and data analysis applied to cybersecurity challenges.
• Experience with programming languages such as Python, Java, JavaScript, PHP, SQL, or C.
• Strong collaboration skills and the ability to work in a multidisciplinary research environment.

How to apply

Feeling enthusiastic? Then apply directly for the position of Researcher Cybersecurity and Software Development using this application form.

If you have any questions about this position, Then please contact Dimitar Rangelov via +31 6-1604 8126.

Saxion strives to be a diverse and inclusive organisation. Feel free to apply.
VOG - may be part of the application process.

Application procedure

For your diary:

• The vacancy will remain open until and including Sunday, 14 June 2026.
• The first interview will take place on Friday, 19 June 2026, between 10:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.
• Finally, we will schedule the employment conditions discussion.

This vacancy is open both internally and externally. In case of equal suitability, internal candidates will be given priority over external candidates.

We prefer to fill our vacancies ourselves, so unsolicited approaches are not welcome.