Master Thesis: Securing the Future of Agentic AI

Are you a master’s student looking for an innovative company to collaborate with on your master’s thesis during the spring semester of 2027? Look no further.  
 
ASSA ABLOY is the global leader in access solutions and provides the latest technologies to give access to physical and virtual spaces for millions of people every day. Joining ASSA ABLOY means being part of a fast-moving and highly innovative company with diverse opportunities in more than 70 countries worldwide.

What can you expect as a master’s thesis intern at ASSA ABLOY? Cutting edge technology, a steep learning curve, dedicated supervisors from within the enterprise, a group of fellow master's thesis students to share the experience with – and much more.

We have an exciting range of subjects. Please remember to indicate in your application if you're interested in other subjects as well and mark them in your order of preference. Please also let us know your thoughts on how you would approach the subject. Please note that most of your work will be done at our site in Liljeholmen, Stockholm. 

Master Thesis Nr 3 - Securing the Future of Agentic AI

As AI agents increasingly act on behalf of people, a new security challenge is emerging: How can organizations trust what an AI agent is allowed to do, who authorized it, and whether its actions reflect the intentions of the person behind it? For this Master’s thesis, we are looking for a curious and business-minded student to join HID’s Authentication business and explore this emerging space at the intersection of AI, cyber security (IAM) and product innovation. 

Rather than starting with a predefined solution, you will investigate the problem from the outside in. You will explore emerging technologies and market approaches, engage with potential customers and stakeholders, and help uncover where the most important unmet needs and opportunities exist.

Your work could include: 

• Exploring how AI agents are changing authentication, authorization and digital trust

• Investigating emerging security challenges around agents acting on behalf of people

• Conducting customer and market research to understand needs, use cases and willingness to pay

• Mapping relevant technologies, approaches and market developments

• Identifying and evaluating potential opportunities for new authentication capabilities

• Translating your findings into recommendations and potentially a product concept

We think you’ll be a great fit if you:

• Are studying Industrial Engineering & Management, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Business & Technology, or a related Master’s program

• Have a genuine interest in cybersecurity

• Understand the fundamentals of AI and agentic AI and are curious about how these technologies will a ect businesses

• Enjoy combining technology, customer needs and business thinking

• Are analytical, curious and comfortable exploring a problem where the answer is not known in advance

• Enjoy speaking with people, testing assumptions and turning complex findings into clear recommendations

We look forward to your application!
Please include your CV, university transcripts, resumé and a short description of how you would approach this thesis topic.

We make it easier for people to get where they want to go!
On an average day, think of how many times you tap, twist, tag, push or swipe to get access, find information, connect with others or track something.  HID technology is behind billions of interactions, in more than 100 countries.  We help you create a verified, trusted identity that can get you where you need to go – without having to think about it.  
 
When you join our HID team, you’ll also be part of the ASSA ABLOY Group, the global leader in access solutions. You’ll have 63,000 colleagues in more than 70 different countries. We empower our people to build their career around their aspirations and our ambitions – supporting them with regular feedback, training, and development opportunities. Our colleagues think broadly about where they can make the most impact, and we encourage them to grow their role locally, regionally, or even internationally. As we welcome new people on board, it’s important to us to have diverse, inclusive teams, and we value different perspectives and experiences.

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