VASS BENELUX

About the Company

We are a global digital transformation company that puts organizations at the forefront of innovation, by bringing together talent, knowledge and technology.

With our digital solutions, we lead people and organizations around the world on their transition towards the future. Our 4,900 experts in 26 countries across Europe, America and Asia work alongside our clients, partners and key industry players to deliver best-in-class digital innovation that shapes the landscape of banking, retail, insurance, public administration, utilities, telecommunications and media sectors.

Our approach is based on mindful technology, through which we create positive environments and meaningful opportunities.

Transformative. Creative. Honest. Vibrant.

We are VASS.

Listed Jobs

Company Name

VASS BENELUX

Job Title

Data Scientist

Job Description

CV Submission deadline: 03/04/2025
Location: Belgium, near- site

VASS is actively seeking an Expert Data Scientist to work for our client, the European Commission, remotely from Belgium.

DESCRIPTION OF THE TASKS

Following tasks will be performed by external service provider:

• Collect business requirement and develop advanced data mining solutions or identify, assess and deploy relevant existing data mining, machine learning and business intelligence solution
• Specification and design of presentation interfaces with optimal usability/user experience
• Development and maintenance of software applications in the field of Natural Language Processing (NLP), Machine Learning (ML) and/or Artificial Intelligence (AI);
• Identify, collect, convert and update different data types/sets in several locations (e.g. ETL)
• Produces data models according to specific problems statements.
• Scripting and programming.
• Contribute to the design and implementation of the analytics architecture and its solution stack (including performance aspects, physical design, capacity dimensions etc…)
• Write the different documentation associated with the tasks and liaise with other project teams as necessary to address cross-project interdependencies

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

Following skills and knowledge are required for the performance of the above listed tasks:

• Excellent knowledge of Perl, Python, Matlab, R and its NLP/ML libraries (SpaCy, NLTK, scikit-learn, pandas…);
• Excellent knowledge of machine learning techniques and algorithms, such as k-NN, Naive Bayes, SVM, Decision Forests, Neural Network, and/or artificial intelligence frameworks;
• Excellent knowledge of Data Management;
• Good knowledge of AWS and/or Azure;
• Good knowledge of Linux;
• Good knowledge of Unix and Bash;
• Good knowledge of natural language processing systems lifecycle and agile software development methodologies;
• Good knowledge of quality assurance and quality control for machine translation (MT) and experience with MT quality procedures, testing methodologies and tools, such as automatic quality metrics (BLEU scores and similar) and human evaluation of MT quality;
• Knowledge of NoSQL databases, such as MongoDB, Cassandra, HBase, etc.;
• Knowledge of data visualisation tools, such as D3.js, GGplot, etc;
• Experience in Machine Learning and Natural Language Processing.
• Proficient in continuous code delivery and unit testing
• Good knowledge of business intelligence tools (Tableau, SAS, SAP, GoodData…)
• Expertise in the ETL processes and tools (i.e. Talend Open Studio…)
• Good knowledge of SQL tooling (NoSQL DB, MongoDB, Hadoop, SQL)
• Knowledge in Database Mining systems and in Big Data technologies.
• Knowledge in one of the following areas: predictive (forecasting, recommendation), prescriptive (simulation), sentiment analysis, topic detection, social media crawling and processing, plagiarism detection, trends/anomalies detection in datasets, recommendation systems
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a team as well as autonomously.
• Results-oriented mindset, focused on delivering.
• Knowledge in Database Mining systems and in Big Data technologies.

SPECIFIC EXPERTISE
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field + 17 years of work experience OR Master's degree + 13 years of work experience
• Experienced in NLP – Machine Learning
• Experienced in Python language

If you are interested, please don't hesitate to submit your application!

Brussels, Belgium

Hybrid

01-04-2025

Company Name

VASS BENELUX

Job Title

Expert in AI/NLP/ML

Job Description

А global digital transformation company with a team of more than 4,900 global players in 26 countries – in Europe, America and Asia, working together to put organizations at the forefront of innovation by bringing together talent, knowledge and technology.
Our approach is based on conscious technology, through which we create positive environments and meaningful opportunities, always in our own way, making the complex simple.

VASS BeNeLux, in partnership with the European Commission, is currently seeking an Expert Indicates the title of the offer to work from the European Commission.


The role:

Nature of tasks:
Integration and maintenance of software applications or services in the field of
Artificial Intelligence (AI) in different technologies such as: Natural Language Processing
(NLP); Machine Learning (ML); Information Extraction; Knowledge Graphs (KG) or Graph
Data Science (GDS).
Market studies and technical evaluation of advanced commercial or open-source
products or services in the above fields;
Training of custom machine learning / deep learning models based on structured and
unstructured data;
Prompt engineering on Large Language Models and validation of results with the
business/policy officers.
Implementation of Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG) techniques.
Selecting features, building and optimizing classifiers using machine learning techniques;
Interact with policy officers, data stewards and other stakeholders to understand
business and data needs, turn them into use cases, prototypes or statements of work and
eventually support the solution acceptance process;
Define data controls and implement actions to ensure data quality, integrity and
performance
Data mining using state-of-the-art methods;
Design the IT architecture and hosting solutions and coordinate its
implementation considering cloud technologies, containers, DevOps, master- and meta
data management concepts and security;
Contributing to the analysis of data management vision, strategy and policy and derive the
IT requirements

Specific expertise:
Practical knowledge of Perl, Python, Matlab, R and their NLP/ML
libraries (SpaCy, NLTK, scikit-learn, pandas…).
Excellent knowledge of machine learning techniques and algorithms,
such as k-NN, Naive Bayes, SVM, Decision Forests, Neural Network,
and/or artificial intelligence frameworks. Excellent knowledge of Large
Language Model prompt engineering. Excellent knowledge of Retrieval
Augmented Generation techniques.
Excellent knowledge of data management and analytics, including data
quality. Excellent knowledge of advanced data retrieval tools.
Good knowledge of AWS, Azure or other cloud platforms.
Good knowledge of machine learning systems lifecycle.
Good knowledge of software development methodologies such as Agile
or RUP.
Practical knowledge of query languages, such as SQL, Hive, Pig, etc and
with information extraction. Practical knowledge of Python.
Knowledge of NoSQL databases, such as MongoDB, Cassandra, HBase,
Neo4j, etc
Experience with data analytics over big datasets, non-structured
databases as well as data lakes, including data visualisation tools for
connected data (e.g. D3.js, knowledge graphs, etc.)
Good knowledge of applied statistics, such as distributions, statistical
testing, regression, etc.


You have:

Certifications:
AWS Certified Machine Learning
Microsoft Azure AI Engineer Associate SAS Certified Professional AI and Machine
Learning Certification.
Education:
Master's Degree


If you want to join a dynamic company where technological challenges will be found in your day to day we are waiting for you in the great VASS team.
And we encourage you to be the best version of yourself: Transformative, Creative, Honest, Vibrant!

At VASS we take action every day to achieve a favourable environment that facilitates and promotes equal opportunities, non-discrimination, diversity and inclusion of all people. We select our talent based on business needs, skills and merits.

Brussels Region, Belgium

On site

08-04-2025

Company Name

VASS BENELUX

Job Title

IT Security Expert – Applications & Cloud

Job Description

CV submission deadline: 11.04.2025
Location: Belgium

VASS is actively seeking an IT Security Expert – Applications & Cloud to work for our client, the European Commission from Belgium.

DESCRIPTION OF THE TASKS

Following tasks will be performed by external service provider:

1. Application Security Design
• Supports the design of secure IT architectures and ensures compliance with Commission security policies and standards.
Collaborates with IT development, operations, and architecture teams to embed security throughout the application lifecycle.

2. Security Requirements & Technical Actions
• Assists in defining and implementing security requirements within IT projects.
• Supports security control integration in development and infrastructure.

3. Documentation & Compliance
• Helps maintain security documentation for audits and compliance.
• Assists in drafting security assessments, architecture security blueprints, and configurations.

4. Application Security Implementation
• Promotes secure development practices and ensures their adoption.
• Works with DevSecOps teams to strengthen security in software development.

5. Risk Analysis & Security Policy Compliance
• Conducts risk assessments and proposes mitigation actions.
• Supports alignment with Commission risk management methodologies.

6. Vulnerability Testing & Remediation
• Coordinates vulnerability assessments and penetration testing follow-ups.
• Assists in remediation planning and tracking corrective actions.

7. Incident & Threat Categorization
• Supports incident classification and response prioritization.
• Collaborates with IT operations to ensure proper handling of security events.

8. Security Training & Awareness
• Delivers training sessions on security best practices.
• Helps create awareness programs for secure development and risk management.

9. Security Strategy & Implementation
• Assists in defining security plans, access management strategies, and risk mitigation frameworks. • Supports long-term cybersecurity initiatives within the IT ecosystem


KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL

Following skills and knowledge are required for the performance of the above listed tasks:

• Main European regulations affecting information security: in-depth understanding and experience with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the proposed ePrivacy Regulation (EDPR), etc.
• Security Best practice: o In-depth understanding of OWASP’s top security risks and ability to apply these practices in software development, o Good knowledge of secure coding frameworks and guidelines, o Good knowledge of security practices for cloud environments.
• ISO Standards and Risk Management: Comprehensive knowledge of ISO 27001 (Information Security Management), ISO 27002 (Code of Practice for Information Security Controls), and ISO 27005 (Information Security Risk Management).
• Emerging European Regulations: o Awareness of developments in the AI Act and its potential implications for IT security and data protection
o Knowledge of the NIS2 Directive for network and information systems security in the EU.
• European Commission Standards and Procedures: Knowledge of the European Commission’s internal guidelines and their impact on IT security would be an advantage

SPECIFIC EXPERTISE

Following specific expertise is mandatory for the performance of tasks:

• Master's degree in Computer Science and at least 11 years of IT related work experience.

• at least 3 years of specific expertise in IT security applied to software development

• at least 3 years of specific expertise cloud security frameworks and guidelines, such as the Cloud Security Alliance (CSA) Cloud Controls Matrix

If you are interested, please don't hesitate to submit your application!

Brussels Region, Belgium

Hybrid

09-04-2025

Company Name

VASS BENELUX

Job Title

Senior Information Security & Risk Management Specialist

Job Description

VASS is looking for an expert Senior Information Security & System Administration hybrid profile to work for our client, euLisa in France, Strasbourg.

Key Competencies
Proven experience in information security risk management, compliance, and governance within enterprise environments.
Strong command of ISO/IEC 27001: implementation, control audits, and certification processes.
Hands-on experience with:
Security audits & risk assessments
Policy development & enforcement
Business continuity (BCP) & disaster recovery (DRP)
IAM (Identity & Access Management)
Cloud Security, Network Security, and Data Protection
Ability to develop and manage Information Security Management Systems (ISMS) aligned with EU regulations and ISO standards.
Technical & Operational Skills
Familiarity with system administration practices, including:
Secure system configuration (Windows/Linux)
Vulnerability & patch management
Incident response collaboration with IT operations
Experience working within ITIL-based service management environments.
Knowledge of Cloud Platforms (AWS, Azure) and secure architecture principles.
Ability to bridge communication between technical teams and compliance/governance stakeholders.

Education Requirements:
Master’s Degree in Network and Computer Security, Information Security, or a related field (minimum 4 years of relevant education after secondary school).
Experience Requirements:
6+ years of IT professional experience, with at least 4 years in Information Security Management and some experience in system administration.
Proven experience in ISO27001 implementation, management, and audits.
Expertise in enterprise-level firewall management, SD-WAN architecture, and complex network migration projects.
Previous work in industries with high-security requirements, such as telecommunications, large enterprises, or critical infrastructure.

Required certificates:

• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) or similar is an asset.

Strasbourg, France

On site

14-04-2025