Thesis Opportunity, Software Segregation Strategies in a Container-Based Linux System

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Join our diverse teams of passionate people and a career that allows you to develop both personally and professionally. At Getinge we exist to make life-saving technology accessible for more people. To make a true difference for our customers – and to save more lives, we need team players, forward thinkers, and game changers. 

Are you looking for an inspiring career? You just found it.

Who We Are:

Getinge Infection Control is a leader in developing advanced sterilizers and washer disinfectors, committed to pushing the boundaries of innovation, quality, and safety. Our systems are integral to healthcare environments worldwide, and we’re working to elevate our technology with a strong emphasis on cybersecurity and reliable system performance.

The Project:

In the quest for new technologies, we are investigating a Linux-based environment for our future control systems, we seek a talented student to explore and document software segregation strategies in a container-based Linux system. The aim is to develop a strategy for securely isolating the machine control application from the software component that communicates with external systems and the cloud. This segregation is vital to ensure that the medical device functions safely and reliably, protected from external threats and unauthorized access.

Key Objectives:

• Research and evaluate various segregation strategies, particularly in a container-based environment.
• Design and propose a solution that effectively isolates the medical software component from external network interfaces, mitigating risks from external traffic, hacker attacks, and other cybersecurity threats.
• Produce a comprehensive report documenting the best practices and recommended approach to secure the Linux-based system architecture.

Skills We’re Looking For:

• Knowledge in Linux operating systems and containerization technologies.
• Interest in cybersecurity principles and secure software design.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a drive for developing high-quality, impactful solutions.

What You’ll Gain:

• Hands-on experience with a real-world application that has direct implications for patient safety and healthcare quality.
• A chance to work with cutting-edge technology and gain insights into the medical device industry.
• Mentorship from industry professionals dedicated to supporting your success.

Join Us!
If you’re passionate about cybersecurity, Linux systems, and the healthcare field, this is the thesis project for you. For questions or applications, please contact: bjorn.otterdahl@getinge.com.

About us 

With a firm belief that every person and community should have access to the best possible care, Getinge provides hospitals and life science institutions with products and solutions aiming to improve clinical results and optimize workflows. The offering includes products and solutions for intensive care, cardiovascular procedures, operating rooms, sterile reprocessing and life science. Getinge employs over 12,000 people worldwide and the products are sold in more than 135 countries.

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