Open Positions in Cryptology

University of Luxembourg
PostDoc Position in Lightweight Cryptography for the Internet of Things

The Laboratory of Algorithmics, Cryptology and Security (LACS) of the University of Luxembourg is looking for a post-doctoral researcher in the area of lightweight cryptography. The successful candidate will contribute to a research project entitled "Applied Cryptography for the Internet of Things (ACRYPT)", which is funded by the Fonds National de la Recherche (FNR). Besides conducting high-quality research, the tasks associated with this position include the co-supervision of a Ph.D. student and the dissemination of research results. The ACRYPT project is led by Prof. Alex Biryukov and expected to start in summer 2013.

Candidates must hold a Ph.D. degree (or be in the final stages of a Ph.D. program) in cryptography or a closely related discipline. Applications from researchers with experience in embedded systems security, network security, privacy/anonymity, or mobile/wireless security will also be considered. Preference will be given to candidates with a strong publication record including papers in top-tier crypto/security conference proceedings or journals. Candidates with an interest to conduct leading-edge research in one of the following areas are particularly encouraged to apply:

Design and analysis of symmetric cryptographic primitives

Side-channel attacks (e.g. DPA) on symmetric cryptographic primitives and countermeasures

The position is available from July 2013 on basis of a fixed-term contract for a duration of three years, which includes a probation period of six months. LACS offers excellent working conditions in an attractive research environment and a highly competitive salary. Interested candidates are invited to submit their application by email to lacs.acrypt(at)gmail.com. The application material should contain a cover letter explaining the candidate's motivation and research interests, a detailed CV (including photo), a list of publications, copies of diploma certificates, and names and contact details of three references.

Contact: Alex Biryukov and Johann Großschädl (email addresses can be found at http://lacs.uni.lu/members )

More Information: https://www.cryptolux.org/Vacancies

Closing Date for Applications: 2013-07-17

Tallinn University of Technology, Estonia
Professor of Cyber Security

The Department of Computer Science at Tallinn University of Technology is looking for a full Professor of Cyber Security.

This appointment is part of the strategic growth of the Department of Computer Science, supported by the Estonian IT Academy program. The department is seeking an energetic and dynamic candidate who will contribute to and complement the current research and teaching activities, and promote cooperation with national and international partners in academia, industry, government, and military. The candidate’s main responsibility in the areas of cyber security will be research activities, supervising Ph.D work, leading department’s cyber security research and study program, and teaching courses on postgraduate level.

The successful candidate will serve as a leader of research and teaching in the field of practical cyber security and digital forensics.

The position has currently been announced for the period Feb 2014 - Jan 2019. It can be extended. Ask the contact persons about details.

Contact: Jüri Vain (firstname.lastname (at) ttu.ee) for queries about the work environment in TUT.

Contact Peeter Laud (firstname (at) cyber.ee) for general queries about Estonian information security R&D scene.

More Information: http://academicpositions.eu/ad/tallinn-university-of-technology/2013/professor-of-cyber-security/17860/

Closing Date for Applications: 2013-10-31

Cisco Systems - Threat Technologies, USA
Cryptography Technical Leader

This opportunity is for a Technical Leader position that leads the TRIAD Organization in the innovation of Cryptography Technology . The Threat Response Intelligence and Development organization is responsible for designing, implementing, testing and certifying advanced security features on Cisco products required by Global Governments and Enterprises worldwide. This position requires work at restricted facilities and as a result, the candidate must be a US Citizen.

Design, analyze, and review cryptographic specifications and implementations. Work closely with other engineers to ensure that Cisco’s implementation and use of cryptography is secure and efficient.

This position requires an advanced degree with a specialization in cryptography, as well as experience with security system design, and good skills in personal communication. The ideal candidate has broad understanding of crypto theory, as well as some experience or familiarly with C or Java programming, cryptographic standards such as FIPS-140, and communication security technologies like Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) or SSL/TLS.

Responsibilities include:

• Work with the Common Crypto and Trustworthy Systems engineering teams to ensure secure, correct, and efficient implementation and use of cryptography,

• Work with cross-functional teams on internal and external technology leadership, including standards

• Lead applied research with the goals of improving security and efficiency of commercial cryptographic systems

• Participate in Cisco’s patent program

The independence of the role will depend on the level of experience of the individual.

Contact: Marty

mloyjr (at) cisco.com

Closing Date for Applications: 2013-10-17

Hochschule Furtwangen University, Germany, Euroepan Union
Ph.D. student

Hochschule Furtwangen University, Germany Full-time Ph.D. Position

The Chair for Security in Distributed Systems, computer science Hochschule Furtwangen, Germany, offers a full-time PhD/Postdoc position.

The position involves research in the area of IT-Security/applied cryptography within the BMBF project UNIKOPS - Universell konfigurierbare Sicherheitslösung für Cyber-Physikalische heterogene Systeme. The successful candidate is expected to contribute to research in IT-Security and applied cryptography for CPS.

The position is available immediately and is fully funded. The salary scale for the position is TV-L E13. The gross income depends on the candidate's experience level. At the lowest level it corresponds to approx. 40,000 EUR per year. Contracts are initially offered for two years. An extension is possible.

He or she is given the possiblity to carry out a Ph.D.

The successful candidate should have a Master's degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Information Security, or a related field. Knowledge in cryptography is an asset.

The deadline for applications is July 31, 2013. However, late applications will be considered until the position is filled.

More information:

http://www.hs-furtwangen.de/studierende/fakultaeten/informatik/forschung/universell-konfigurierbare-sicherheitsloesung-fuer-cyber-physikalische-heterogene-systeme-unikops/601-dirkwesthoff.html

Contact: Hochschule Furtwangen University

78120 Furtwangen, Germany

Email: dirk.westhoff(at)hs-furtwangen.de

Phone: +49 (0)7723 2410

http://www.hs-furtwangen.de

Closing Date for Applications: 2013-07-31

Goethe University Frankfurt, Frankfurt am Main, Germany
Scientific Assistant (m/f, E13 TV-G-U)

The Deutsche Telekom Chair of Mobile Business & Multilateral Security at Goethe University Frankfurt offers a position of a Scientific Assistant (m/f, E13 TV-G-U). To strengthen our team we are looking for a committed, creative and flexible PhD candidate (male/female) with advanced professional knowledge in Information Technology and interest in the current development in business informatics.

We are looking for people with advanced knowledge and special skills in at least three of the following areas:

- Network and System Security

- Privacy-Enhancing Technologies and data protection

- Identity Management

- Mobile Platforms, Smartcards and Trusted Computing

- Mobile Application Development (e.g. in Android, etc.)

- Cryptography

- Programming languages and experiences in software projects

- Administration skills in different platforms (e.g. UNIX, Linux, Windows)

- Web technologies and development

- Project management

The position is available immediately and has a fixed-term of 3 years with an extension option. Deadline for applications: 1st of July 2013 Please see our job advertisement for the full details on our career site at:

http://www.m-chair.net/wps/wse/home/rannenberg/career/

Contact: Prof. Dr. Kai Rannenberg, bewerbungen (at) m-chair.net

More Information: http://www.web-portal-system.de/wps/wse/dl/down/open/rannenberg/d9f71105d95c3156bd3618e9b3d9f647649e9e57a27cf96ef53a9b16

Closing Date for Applications: 2013-07-01

Philips Research Europe, Netherlands-North Brabant-Eindhoven
Senior Scientist Medical Security

Your responsibilities:

-Carry out industrial research in medical security and informatics, enlarging relevant knowledge and bringing-in new knowledge;

-Pro-actively make knowledge available for operational use within Philips, such as to contribute to successful transfers of research results to the customer;

-Keep abreast of technical, application and market developments in the relevant technological and industrial areas, showing interest in the business aspects;

-Contribute to the definition of the group's research program

Contribute pro-actively to a creative and inspiring working environment;

More specifically:

-You perform independent research, define and lead projects in the area of security. The results of your work are adopted by the Philips Healthcare businesses and translated into successful products. You maintain and build close contacts with Philips Healthcare businesses and contribute to the strategy of the research group.

-You create technologies that ensure the security of Philips Healthcare products and services. In addition you contribute security specifications to international standards. You have a full understanding of the state-of-the-art and create original contributions. Important research questions include specification and enforcement of security policies, cloud computing security, authorization and authentication as well as security/risk analysis of specific systems.

-External exposure (for example by means of scientific publications) and external collaborations (for example with universities or in the context of European research projects) are highly encouraged.

Organization description:

www.research.philips.com

Ideal candidate has:

-A PhD in a relevant area (information security and/or cryptography).

-preferably 5 years of preferably applied research experience in the domain of medical security

Contact: Roel Schneiders,

roel.schneiders (at) philips.com

+31 6 52751742

More Information: https://philips.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?job=1304981&lang=en

University of Cape Town, South Africa
Post-Doc

The University of Cape Town invites applications for a limited number of Postdoctoral Research Fellowships at the University of Cape Town for 2014. The Fellowships are based on academic merit and the number and quality of the applicant’s peer reviewed publications will be taken into account.

Value and tenure:

The value of the Fellowships is fixed at R190 000 per annum and are tenable for a maximum of 12 months, and include any relocation expenses. Applications for renewal for one further year will be considered, but only in competition with new applications.

Conditions and Eligibility:

There is no restriction on any particular discipline or field of research.

Only applicants who were awarded the PhD degree no earlier than June 2009 and who are not yet in academic or research posts are eligible.

The successful candidate will be expected to undertake the agreed research as well as optional but limited teaching duties.

Successful candidates will be expected to publish an appropriate number of papers, as determined by the discipline.

It is crucial that applicants’ research interests and faculty needs are in line with those of the host department.

Application procedure:

Please complete the PDOC01 Application Form http://www.uct.ac.za/research/pgfo/offered/

Applications must include the following:

1. The completed PDOC01 Application Form including all required information and attachments.

2. The applicant’s full curriculum vitae and a full list of publications. Reports from three referees, which must be submitted

in sealed envelopes.

3. Certified copies of all academic transcripts.

Contact: Ms Stacey Moses, Postgraduate Funding Office, University of Cape Town. Private Bag, Rondebosch 7701, South Africa. Email Stacey.moses (at) uct.ac.za Telephone number 021 – 650 5065, Fax number 021 – 650 4352

More Information: http://www.uct.ac.za/research/pgfo/offered/

Closing Date for Applications: 2013-08-08

University of Luxembourg
1 post-doc and 2 PhD posotions

PhD and Post-doc Positions in Computer Security

The University of Luxembourg in collaboration with the Luxembourg Government (CTIE) will start a new research project “Supporting e-Democracy” for which we have two PhD candidates and one Research Associate (post-doc) positions available. The positions are within the APSIA (Applied Security and Information Assurance) (http://wwwen.uni.lu/snt/research/apsia) research group led by Prof. Dr. P.Y. Ryan.

The successful candidates will be working in an exciting, international and multicultural environment in the heart of Europe.

Project Description

The successful candidates will be working within the research project “Supporting e-Democracy”, collaboration between the University of Luxembourg and the Luxembourg Government (CTIE).

The research will focus on (a) design and security analysis of accurate and robust communication systems in specific electoral systems (b) design of reliable and secure computer assisted counting of paper ballots, (c) design and analysis of verifiable, computer assisted voting systems and a broader e-democracy platform.

Candidates Profile

The candidates are expected to have:

• A previous degree in computer science or related subject;

• A proven (theoretical and practical) interest in security;

• Knowledge of Network and System security;

• Fluent written and oral English skills;

Applications

The candidates must apply online at the following addresses:

PhD positions (open until July 31st, 2013): http://recruitment.uni.lu/en/details.html?id=QMUFK026203F3VBQB7V7VV4S8&nPostingID=2253&nPostingTargetID=2935&mask=karriereseiten&lg=UK

Research Associate position (open until June 20th, 2013): http://recruitment.uni.lu/en/details.html?id=QMUFK026203F3VBQB7V7VV4S8&nPostingID=2254&nPostingTargetID=2893&mask=karriereseiten&lg=UK

For further inquiries, please contact Prof. Dr. Peter Y. A. Ryan (peter.ryan (at) uni.lu), Dr. Gabriele Lenzini (Gabriele.lenzini (at) uni.lu) or Dr. Rui Joaquim (rui.joaquim (at) uni.lu).

Contact: Prof. Dr. Peter Y. A. Ryan (peter.ryan (at) uni.lu), Dr. Gabriele Lenzini (Gabriele.lenzini (at) uni.lu) or Dr. Rui Joaquim (rui.joaquim (at) uni.lu).

More Information: http://recruitment.uni.lu/en/

Closing Date for Applications: 2013-06-30

University of Bergen, Norway, EEA
Research fellow in computer security

The Department of Informatics has a vacancy for 2 research fellows (PhD positions) in computer security for a period of 4 years. The recruited students will work in a new research group, named Simula@UiB, that is headed by Professor Kjell Jørgen Hole. The group is a joint venture between Simula Research Laboratory (http://simula.no) and University of Bergen. It currently consists of two professors, two research scientists, one PhD student and several master students.

Candidates must have good analytical skills and be able to generate their own research ideas. They must have good communication skills and be fluent in English. Experience in computer security is an advantage. Candidates with experience from one or more of the areas Cyber Security, Software Security, Network Science, Game Theory, or Information Theory are of special interest.

In total, the fellowship period is 4 years. For positions with a 4-year duration 25 pct of the period will be designated to teaching and/or administrative duties. The fellowship period may be reduced if the successful applicant has held previous employment as research fellow or similar.

More Information: http://www.jobbnorge.no/job.aspx?jobid=94477

Closing Date for Applications: 2013-06-30

Radboud University Nijmegen
Post-Doc

For a project on attribute based credentials / identity management on smart cards that is about to start, we are looking for a postdoc for one year. The postdoc should be a good coder, have some experience with smart card programming, and know about crypto and security. The project is related to the IRMA project, about which more info can be found at the link below.

If you think you qualify, please apply. If know anyone that fits this description, and that can start july, august or september 2013, let us know as well.

Also, feel free to forward this question to anyone you know that may be able to help.

Contact: Jaap-Henk Hoepman

jhh (at) cs.ru.nl

More Information: http://www.irmacard.org

Closing Date for Applications: 2013-09-01

Large, prestigious financial institution in the United Kingdom
Head of Card Cryptography

A leading, financial organisation is searching for a Head of Card Cryptography to lead the development of cryptographic applications to further support risk operations.

As the Head of Cryptography, you will be responsible for developing cryptographic applications utilising your SME knowledge of cryptography. You will utilise your in-depth knowledge of security models and technologies including Public-Key Infrastructure (PKI) and Hardware Security Modules (HSMs). In addition, you will have strong application development knowledge, in particular with Java and .NET technologies. You will draw upon your experience in a similar role where you have delivered change.

To be considered for this business critical position, you will have:

* In-depth knowledge of Cryptography concepts

* Strong knowledge of PKI

* Extensive knowledge of HSMs

* Developed cryptographic applications

* Adept with Java and .NET technologies

* Delivered change focused projects

* Excellent communication and presentation skills

This is an excellent opportunity to further progress your knowledge and career for a global organisation who is renowned in the marketplace for their commitment to change.

You will be able to demonstrate your in-depth Information Security knowledge, in particular with cryptography, PKI and HSMs. In return, you will be offered a permanent role, a salary between £35,000-£50,000 and an unrivalled package.

Contact: Please contact Elsa Schneider Brown for more information regarding this role and opportunity. I can be reached at: elsa (at) propriusrecruitment.com

NEC Labs in Heidelberg, Germany
Senior Researcher in the areas of Security and Privacy

The focus is on research with industrial and academic partners in collaborative European projects and towards NEC internal product and prototype development. You will contribute to the design and development of new concepts in security. Your responsibilities include publications, IPR creation, and supervising students and interns.

We are looking for individuals with a broad background in Security and a good understanding of most of the following areas:

• Security protocols and applied cryptography

• Network and Cyber Security, especially secure management of distributed resources,

• Software Security and Web Security

• Resource monitoring and machine learning techniques for security applications

We expect a PhD. degree with an excellent publication record and some relevant professional experience in the security area.

The NEC Laboratories in Heidelberg (Germany) provide an excellent working environment supporting individual creativity as well as strong teamwork. English is the working language in the Laboratories.

Contact: Joao Girao (joao.girao (at) neclab.eu)

More Information: http://www.neclab.eu/jobs.htm

Closing Date for Applications: 2013-06-15

Queensland University of Technology, Brisbane, Australia
Professor / Associate Professor in Information Security

The Queensland University of Technology (QUT) in Brisbane, Australia, is seeking to appoint a Professor or Associate Professor to play a senior leadership role in integrating research and teaching in the Information Security Discipline. The successful applicant will have an outstanding research publication and external funding track record. Women, Indigenous Australians and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Information Security discipline undertakes research and teaching in the areas of cryptography, network security and digital forensics. The discipline group continues the 25 year pedigree of information security research excellence at QUT, and has a strong track record of success in competitive research funding, high quality publications and international collaboration.

Contact: Questions about information security research at QUT can be directed to Prof Colin Boyd. Applications must be submitted through the QUT Jobs website listed below.

More Information: https://qut.nga.net.au/cp/index.cfm?event=jobs.checkJobDetailsNewApplication&jobid=69768317-91ee-712e-37c2-76b37329fcc3

Closing Date for Applications: 2013-07-07

Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), Trondheim, Norway
Ph.D. scholarship in cryptographic protocols

A PhD research fellowship position within cryptographic protocols is available at the Department of Telematics (ITEM) at the Faculty of Information Technology, Mathematics and Electrical Engineering (IME), Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU). The project will investigate the security of protocols for authenticated key exchange using reductionist security models. The focus will be on key exchange protocols currently in use in real world networks.

Contact: Colin Boyd (c.boyd (at) qut.edu.au). Please apply using link below.

More Information: http://www.jobbnorge.no/job.aspx?jobid=94032

Closing Date for Applications: 2013-07-01

Koç University, Istanbul, Turkey
PhD/MSc positions in Cryptography, Security, and Privacy

If you want to secure the cloud through the use of provable cryptographic techniques, then you should definitely apply to the Cryptography, Security & Privacy Research Group at Koç University. We have multiple openings for both M.Sc. and Ph.D. level applications. All accepted applicants will receive competitive scholarships including tuition waiver, housing, monthly stipend, computer, travel support, etc. The application deadline is 16th of June.

Koç University has a beautiful campus in the middle of a forest, with a nice view of the Black Sea and the Bosporus, and is close to the ?stanbul city center.

For more information about our group and projects, visit

http://crypto.ku.edu.tr

For applying online, and questions about the application-process, visit

http://gsse.ku.edu.tr

For summer internship opportunities, visit

http://kusrp.ku.edu.tr

For questions, contact Asst. Prof. Alptekin Küpçü

http://home.ku.edu.tr/~akupcu

Closing Date for Applications: 2013-06-16

Intel Corporation, Guadalajara, Mexico
Security Researcher

Security Researcher - 709403

Job Description: Responsible for secure design, development and operation of Intel's hardware and software products and services. Responsibilities may include threat assessment, design of security components, vulnerability assessment. Ensures products conform to standards and specifications. Develops plans and cost estimates and assesses projects to analyze risks. Responds to customer/client requests or events as they occur. Develops solutions to problems utilizing formal education, judgment and formal process. Maintains substantial knowledge of state-of-the-art security principles, theories, attacks and contributes to literate and conferences. May participate in development or intellectual property. Require thorough knowledge of security practices, procedures and capabilities in order to perform non-repetitive, analytical work.

Qualifications required

You should possess a Master of Science degree in an Engineering discipline with at least two years of related experience. Additional qualifications include (you should possess many if not all of the following):

- Knowledge of security technologies (for example, authentication, cryptography, secure protocols), security vulnerabilities and attack profiles

- Demonstrated expertise with computer architecture

- Creation of test plans and test content for validating platform and system components

- Ability to work in a less structure start-up type environment

- Strong oral and written communication skills with demonstrated attention to detail and results orientation

- x86 and C programming skills

Good to have

- Knowledge of Intel's CPU and/or chipset architecture

Contact: Alain Rodriguez

Security Center of Excellence

Intel Guadalajara

Phone: +52 33 30035856

Email: alain.a.rodriguez.rabago (at) intel.com

More Information: http://www.intel.com/jobs/mexico

Closing Date for Applications: 2013-11-01

Universitat Rovira i Virgili, Tarragona, Catalonia, Spain
6 Ph.D. Student scholarships in privacy, security and/or cryptography

6 Ph. D. Student scholarships for a period of three years each are offered by the Department of Computer Engineering and Mathematics at Universitat Rovira Virgili. The university is located in Tarragona, a beautiful coastal city in Catalonia, 90 km. south of Barcelona.

Candidates with a Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Mathematics, Telecom Engineering or similar are sought. Starting date: beginning of the fall semester 2013 (september or october, depending on the candidate).

Selected candidates will be expected to do a Ph.D. thesis in security, privacy or cryptography with the CRISES group-UNESCO Chair in Data Privacy. More info on the group can be found at

http://crises-deim.urv.cat

and more info on the Chair

can be found at http://unescoprivacychair.urv.cat

Contact: Josep Domingo-Ferrer, Professor, Universitat Rovira i Virgili, Department of Computer Engineering and Maths, Av. Països Catalans 26, 43007 Tarragona, Catalonia, E-mail josep.domingo (at) urv.cat

Closing Date for Applications: 2013-06-30

University of Wollongong, Wollongong, New South Wales, Australia
Ph.D. Scholarship

School of Computer Science and Software Engineering

3 year Ph.D. Scholarship

The Centre for Computer and Information Security Research (CCISR) is within the ICT Research Institute at the University of Wollongong. CCISR is a prominent Centre for research and development in information security in Australia, performing cutting edge research and development in cryptography, multimedia and network security.

CCISR is looking for an excellent Ph.D. student to work in the area of functional encryptions and attribute-based encryptions, under the supervision of Professor Willy Susilo. It is expected that candidates must hold MSc. degree or equivalent in computer science and/or mathematics, preferably with previous track records in publications in cryptography in refereed journals/conferences.

Contact: Professor Willy Susilo on +61 2 4221 5535 (or via email: wsusilo at uow dot edu dot au)

Closing Date for Applications: 2013-07-05

University of Tartu, Estonia
PhD positions in Quantum and Postquantum Cryptography

The Cryptography group at the University of Tartu, Estonia, is looking for two Ph.D. students in the area of quantum cryptography.

(For internships or visiting phd positions, contact us directly.)

The Cryptography group in Tartu (senior members: Dominique Unruh, Helger Lipmaa, Sven Laur) does research on a variety of cryptography related topic, such as quantum cryptography, verification, foundations of cryptography, cryptographic protocols, e-voting, etc.

The positions are part of a project to explore the possibilities and limitations of quantum cryptography (beyond the applications known today), and to explore how to construct cryptographic protocols that are secure even after the advent of quantum computers (postquantum cryptography).

The positions are funded with 1000 Euro per month net which in Estonia allows for a good standard of living. (Dormitory rooms are available for less than 100 euros a month, while reasonable apartments can be rented for 200-300 euro a month.) PhD students will be covered by standard health insurance. Some travel money will also be available.

Applications will be considered as they arrive and until the positions are filled.

See the link below for application instructions.

Do not hesitate to contact us in case of questions.

Contact: Dominique Unruh, e-mail: see the following link.

More Information: http://www.cs.ut.ee/~unruh/positions.html

Confidential Classfied Level 5 (Private Business)
Quantum Cryptography or Cryptography Engineer

• Can work from home around the world.
• Speak and understand English very well.
• High secure computer system(s) and high level network security.
• Sectors involved in financial service, mobile technology, all operating systems that touch (Micorsoft, Apple, Google, etc)
• Compensation negotiable

Please send resume

Contact: bigrhinomike (at) att.net

Closing Date for Applications: 2013-08-31

University of California San Diego (UCSD), La Jolla, California, USA
Postdoc

The cryptography group at UCSD (Bellare, Micciancio, Shacham, Impagliazzo) would love to welcome some new postdocs! We conduct research in both theoretical and applied cryptography. Start dates, duration and pay are flexible. Please apply via

http://bigcheese.ucsd.edu/

Contact: Mihir Bellare, Daniele Micciancio

More Information: http://bigcheese.ucsd.edu

Closing Date for Applications: 2013-12-31

University College London, UK, EU, EEA
PhD studentship in zero-knowledge proofs

Zero-knowledge proofs enable a prover to convince a verifier that a statement is true without revealing any other information and are widely used in cryptographic protocols. The goal of the PhD studentship under the supervision of Dr Jens Groth is to develop new and more efficient zero-knowledge techniques. The project is expected to involve both theoretical research and practical work on implementing protocols. Prospective candidates should have a strong undergraduate degree or masters in mathematics or computer science.

The PhD studentship is funded by an ERC Starting Grant on Efficient Cryptographic Arguments and Proofs with a starting date around October 1st, 2013 and a duration of 4 years. The studentship will provide a tax-free annual stipend of £19,790, however, ERC funding does not cover student fees (currently £4,200 for UK/EU students and £19,250 for Overseas students).

University College London is one of Europe's highest ranked universities and has recently been recognized by the EPSRC and GCHQ as one of UK's Academic Centres of Excellence in Cyber Security Research. The Computer Science Department is one of the largest in the UK and is located at UCL's main campus in the centre of London.

Contact: Any questions about the application process should be directed to Research Student Administrator Melanie Johnson (melanie.johnson AT ucl.ac.uk).

More Information: http://www.cs.ucl.ac.uk/staff/J.Groth/openings.html

Closing Date for Applications: 2013-07-15

Department of Computer Science, Aarhus University, Denmark
Associate Professors in Computer Science at Aarhus University

One or more positions as associate professor are available at the Department of Computer Science, Aarhus University (www.cs.au.dk) starting January 1, 2014.

The department has research groups within “Algorithms and Data Structures”, “Data-Intensive Systems”, “Cryptography and Security”, “Mathematical Computer Science”, “Logics and Semantics”, “Ubiquitous Computing and Interaction”, “Computer-Mediated Activity”, “Use, Design and Innovation”, “Programming Languages”, “Computer Graphics and Image Processing” and “Bioinformatics”. In addition, we want to build competences within “Software Engineering / Multicore/ Systems”, “Machine Learning / Data Mining” and “Quantum Informatics”.

Applicants are expected to have several years of experience at the assistant professor level. They must document a strong record of original research and have teaching experience at undergraduate/graduate level.

The department has a staff of 140 people including 28 full and associate professors, 5 assistant professors, 25 PostDocs and 65 PhD students. The number of students is approximately 1,000.

Please apply online at http://www.au.dk/en/job/nat/academicpositions/ before August 15, 2013.

Contact: Further information can be obtained from head of department Kurt Jensen (kjensen (at) cs.au.dk) or vice head of research Mogens Nielsen (mn (at) cs.au.dk).

Closing Date for Applications: 2013-08-15

Dept. of Computer Science, Aarhus University, Denmark
Post-Doc

The cryptography group at Aarhus University is looking for postdocs. We do research in theory and practice of cryptographic protocols and public-key cryptography. Recently, we have worked on multiparty computation, leakage and tamper resilience of public-key cryptography and quantum cryptography. Whether you have already expertise in these areas or are just interested in getting into them, we would like to hear from you as soon as possible. We will consider your application immediately, even if you contact us before the closing date below.

The group has two faculty members (Ivan Damgard and Jesper Buus Nielsen), 3 postdocs and 8 PhD students. We can offer an active and welcoming research environment with good possibilities for travels and inviting guests. We usually offer 1-year contracts with an option for prolonging by a year.

Contact: Ivan Damgard, ivan (at) cs.au.dk

Closing Date for Applications: 2013-08-01

University of New Brunswick, Canada
PhD positions in Network Security

The Information Security Centre of Excellence is looking for several stand-out PhD students who want to pursue research in the area of network security and collaborate closely with industry partners. The positions are fully-funded. To apply please send your detailed CV.

Contact: Dr. Ali Ghorbani ghorbani(at)unb(dot)ca

More Information: http://iscx.ca/

Royal Holloway, University of London, UK
Ph.D. studentships

The Information Security Group (ISG) at Royal Holloway, University of London is looking for outstanding young graduates to fill 10 well-funded doctoral studentships in Cyber Security starting in October 2013.

The ISG is one of the largest and longest-established academic research groups working in cyber security, with a community of 15 academic staff, 10 postdocs and 40 PhD students. The ISG has a wide range of research interests related to cyber security, including the basic components of security services, such as cryptographic algorithms and trusted hardware; management of cryptographic keys; the correctness of the design and implementation of security protocols; the design of security services for embedded systems, business information systems, telecommunications networks and critical infrastructure; the detection and analysis of malware; and the study of economics, psychology, organizational theory, design theory and sociology in the context of information and cyber security.

We will consider applications from candidates with undergraduate and master's qualifications in a wide range of disciplines, including, but not limited to, mathematics, computer science, and electrical and electronic engineering. Funding is provided by the EPSRC (the UK Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council), so full studentships are available to UK residents only (see http://www.epsrc.ac.uk/skills/students/help/Pages/eligibility.aspx for further details).

Further details of the research interests of the ISG can be found at http://www.isg.rhul.ac.uk/bin/staff-dir.php. Informal enquiries about the studentships can be made to Dr Carlos Cid, Prof. Jason Crampton, Prof. Keith Martin or Prof. Kenny Paterson ({carlos.cid,jason.crampton,keith.martin,kenny.paterson}@rhul.ac.uk). Further information about applying for the PhD programme at Royal Holloway is available at http://www.rhul.ac.uk/studyhere/researchdegrees/home.aspx.

Contact: Kenny Paterson,

Information Security Group,

Royal Holloway, University of London

kenny.paterson (at) rhul.ac.uk

More Information: http://www.isg.rhul.ac.uk

Closing Date for Applications: 2013-08-01

DTU, Copenhagen, Denmark
PhD students and Postdocs in Symmetric Crypto

The cryptology section at the department of applied mathematics and computer science at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU Compute) is looking for up to two Post-Docs and two Ph.D. students in the area of symmetric cryptology.

For more information please contact Christian Rechberger (crec (at) dtu.dk).

University College London, United Kingdom, European Union
Three Faculty Positions in Information Security (Lecturer/Senior Lecturer)

We are looking to complement and strengthen our existing expertise in Information Security by recruiting outstanding researchers with expertise in any of the following areas: systems/network security, hardware security, computer forensics, information security management, risk analysis and management, economics of security, design and development of secure systems, or human factors of information security. Candidates must have an outstanding research track record. Candidates must hold an earned PhD in Computer Science or a closely related field by the time they begin their appointment. They will be evaluated chiefly on the significance and novelty of their research to date, and their promise for leading a group in a fruitful program of research. They must also demonstrate a zest for innovative and challenging teaching at the graduate and undergraduate levels. A proven record of ability to manage time and evidence of ability to teach and to supervise academic work by undergraduates, masters, and doctoral students are desirable. Our department is a highly collaborative environment, and we seek future colleagues who enjoy working collaboratively within the department, and UCL overall. UCL is strongly committed to multi-disciplinary research we are looking for researchers who conduct empirical security research, and are interested in collaboration with colleagues in the Faculty of Engineering (e.g. Crime Science, the Institute of Making) and beyond. Candidates should further be committed to public communication, and to UCL's policy of equal opportunity. Candidates for Senior Lecturer level (Grade 9) must have experience in developing a new course.

Warning: we have specific requirements regarding applying online and reference letters arriving by the closing date = 5 April 2013. UCL CS will not request your reference letters; it is your responsibility to ensure your letter-writers send their letters to UCL CS in time to arrive by the above deadline.

Contact: Questions about this vacancy may be directed to Prof. Angela Sasse (Head of the information Security Research Group, a.sasse (at) cs.ucl.ac.uk ), or Prof. John Shawe-Taylor (Head of Department, j.shawe-taylor (at) ucl.ac.uk ).

More Information: https://atsv7.wcn.co.uk/search_engine/jobs.cgi?owner=5041178&ownertype=fair&jcode=1316123

Closing Date for Applications: 2013-04-05

Phys. Analysis and Crypto Engineering, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore
2 Postdoc + 2 Ph.D. scholarships/Post-Master/Post-Bachelor in Side-Channel and Fault Attacks

Physical Analysis and Cryptographic Engineering (PACE) Labs at Nanyang Technological University are seeking 2 Research Scientists and 2 Research Associates/Assistants in the area of side-channel and fault attacks. PACE is dedicated to all aspects of side-channel and fault attacks and offers brand-new facilities, a very diverse international research environment, and the opportunity to undertake independent research.

Candidates shall hold, or expect to obtain, a Ph.D./M.Sc./B.Sc. in Computer Sciences, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or a related field. A solid background in one or several areas of Information Theory, Digital Signal Processing, Statistics, Mutual Information Analysis, DEMA attacks, fault attacks, practical measurements, material science, lightweight implementations (software and/or hardware) would be considered an advantage.

A) prospective Ph.D. students

More information about the procedure at NTU can be found here

http://admissions.ntu.edu.sg/graduate/R-Programs/R-WhenYouApply/Pages/R-HowtoApply.aspx

In case applications are received in the near future, it is still possible to make it for the August intake.

B) Postdoc/Post-Master/Post-Bachelor

Starting date is immediately and the contract will be for 2 years.

Salaries are competitive and are determined according to the successful applicants' accomplishments, experience and qualifications.

Interested applicants with a strong publication record in the fields of side-channel and/or fault attacks are encouraged to submit their application including:

1) detailed CV,

2) filled personal particulars form*, and

3) names/contact emails of 2 references

to Prof. Axel Y. Poschmann aposchmann (at) ntu.edu.sg.

Review of applications starts immediately and will continue until positions are filled.

* accesible via http://www.spms.ntu.edu.sg/MAS/Document/Graduate/Personal%20particulars%20form_research%20staff.doc

Closing Date for Applications: 2013-08-31

INVIA, Aix en Provence, France
Integrated circuit designer, PhD

INVIA provides security-related semiconductor design IP and embedded software to ASIC and FPGA designers. Our customers are semiconductor vendor and OEM addressing markets where security is a key requirement.

Description

The integrated circuit designer will work in the R&D digital team and will contribute to the development of innovative IP for secure products. Main activities include various technical aspects as target specifications, technology survey, architecture, concept, IP development and validation, prototyping, IP packaging, documentation, etc.

He could be also visible from customers side in relationship with Invia marketing through market needs enquiries, technical meeting, deliveries to the customer, field support, etc.

Qualifications

PhD Degree in digital IC design, cryptography, MSc Degree in electrical engineering or equivalent.

Permanent position. The gross income depends on the experience level. Min package is about 40,000 EUR per year.

Contact: Please send your resume to jobs (at) invia.fr

More Information: http://www.invia.fr

Closing Date for Applications: 2013-07-31

Radboud University Nijmegen, the Netherlands, European Union
Ph.D. student

The Digital Security (DS) group of RU Nijmegen has a PhD position in side-channel analysis and countermeasure design and implementation.

Candidates should have a Master’s degree in computer science, applied mathematics or engineering with strong interest in algorithms and signal processing. Prior experience in side-channel analysis and embedded software or hardware design is an asset.

This research addresses potential threats within the scope of side-channel analysis and fault injection. The successful candidate will contribute to a research project entitled Side-channel resistant devices for pervasive security (SIDES), which is funded by STW. The project is a joint collaboration with Riscure.

Conditions of employment

The position is for 4 years, the expected starting date is flexible, preferably not later than September. Salary is 2042-2612 euro/month.

Candidates moving to the Netherlands from abroad may qualify for a tax incentive scheme, where 30% of your income is tax free.

For additional information about the DS group, see http://www.ru.nl/ds

Contact: Lejla Batina, lejla (at) cs.ru.nl

More Information: http://www.ru.nl/ds/about_ds/vacancies/

Closing Date for Applications: 2013-04-30

University of Waterloo, Canada
Post-Doc

The Cryptography, Security, and Privacy (CrySP) research group at the University of Waterloo is seeking applications for a postdoctoral research position in the field of security and privacy for location-based or mobile systems and applications. This position will be held in the Cheriton School of Computer Science, and there will be the possibility for collaboration with Google Waterloo.

Applicants must hold a PhD in a related field and should have a convincing publication record.

The start date of the position is negotiable. The position may be for one or two years.

Applicants should submit a CV, a research plan, two or three selected papers, and the names and contact information of three references.

Contact: Urs Hengartner, urs.hengartner (at) uwaterloo.ca

More Information: http://crysp.uwaterloo.ca/prospective/postdoc

Closing Date for Applications: 2013-06-30

Crypto Group - University of Versailles-St-Quentin-en-Yvelines (France)
Assistant Professor Position

In view of its ongoing development, the crypto group of the University of Versailles St-Quentin-en-Yvelines (France) invites applications for the following full-time position.

A faculty position at the tenured Assistant Professor ("Maître de Conférences") level is open to highly qualified candidates who are committed to a career in research and teaching. Preference will be given to candidates with strong research achievements in one or several of the areas related to the general fields of cryptology and/or information security.

Responsibilities include research, supervision of undergraduates and graduate students, preparation and management of research projects, and teaching in various study programs.

IMPORTANT NOTE: A "qualification aux fonctions de Maître de Conférences" certificate from to the French "Conseil National des Universités" is usually required to apply. However candidates who already hold an Assistant Professor (or equivalent) position may be exempted from this certificate.

Contact: Additional information about the position can be obtained from Prof. Louis Goubin

More Information: http://www.prism.uvsq.fr/~logo/MCF-0781944P-4071_en.htm

Closing Date for Applications: 2013-03-28

University of Trier, Germany
Full-time Ph.D. or Postdoc Position

* The Chair for Information Security and Cryptography at University of Trier, Germany, offers a full-time PhD/Postdoc position.

* The position involves both research and teaching in the area of cryptography/information security. The successful candidate is expected to contribute to research in applied cryptography.

* The position is available immediately and is fully funded. The salary scale for the position is TV-L E13. The gross income depends on the candidate's experience level. At the lowest level it corresponds to approx. 40,000 EUR per year.

* Contracts are initially offered for two years. An extension to a total duration of up to six years is possible.

* He or she is given the possiblity to carry out a Ph.D. or, for Postdocs, a Habilitation.

* The successful candidate should have a Master's degree or a Ph.D. (or should be very close to completion thereof) in Computer Science, Mathematics, Information Security, or a related field, with a strong background in Theoretical Computer Science/Mathematics. Knowledge in cryptography is an asset. Since teaching is mostly done in German, sufficient knowledge of German is required.

* The deadline for applications is March 17th, 2013. However, late applications will be considered until the position is filled.

* See http://infsec.uni-trier.de/job-openings.html for the official job announcement (in German).

Contact: Prof. Dr. Ralf Kuesters
Universitaet Trier
FB IV - Informatik
54286 Trier, Germany
Email: kuesters (at) uni-trier.de
Phone: +49 (0)651 2012852
http://infsec.uni-trier.de/

More Information: http://infsec.uni-trier.de/job-openings.html

Closing Date for Applications: 2013-03-17

Technische Universität Darmstadt, Germany
PhD Position in System Security and Secure Electronic Identity

We are looking for an outstanding PhD candidate to join our Systems Security Group at Intel Collaborative Research Institute for Secure Computing (ICRI-SC) at TU-Darmstadt to work on a European project FutureID to shape the Future of Electronic Identity. Electronic ID cards (eID’s) are now issued by many European countries and promise a drastic increase in the security and trust of identities on the Internet. Yet, everyday use of eID’s remains low ad lags far behind original expectations. The FutureID project attempts to change this by addressing some of the major hindrances to uptake.

The FutureID project builds a comprehensive, flexible privacy-aware and ubiquitously usable identity management infrastructure for Europe, which integrates existing eID technology and trust infrastructures, emerging federated identity management services and modern credential technologies to provide a user-centric system for the trustworthy and accountable management of identity claims.

Our research covers security aspects on different system abstraction layers and tackles the design and development of security architectures, trustworthy infrastructure, cryptographic protocols and security of mobile platforms (particularly smartphones).

The candidates should hold a Master Degree in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering and bring well-founded knowledge and experience in one or more of the following areas:

- Operating system security, in particular for mobile systems (e.g. Android)

- Trusted computing beyond TCG

- Software and embedded systems security

- Cryptographic protocols

You application should include your current curriculum vitae, MSc certificates and grades, a letter of motivation stating your interest in the position and your research interests and at least two letters of recommendation. Please direct your application to our team assistant Mrs. Heike Bartenschlager: office (at) icri-sc.tu- darmstadt.de.

The deadline is set as below, but the position would be closed as soon as s suitable candidate is found.

Contact: Prof. Ahmad-Reza Sadeghi

More Information: http://www.futureid.eu/

Closing Date for Applications: 2013-04-01