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Two Ph.D. Positions in Applied Cryptography
National Yunlin University of Science and Technology, Douliou, Yunlin County, Taiwan
Keywords: Post-quantum cryptography, multivariate cryptography, multi-party computation, cryptographic protocols.
National Yunlin University of Science and Technology, Douliou, Yunlin County, Taiwan. YUNTECH is looking forward to recruiting young, talented and self-motivated students on two Ph.D. positions at PhD program of “Electrical Engineering and Computer Science” and “Information Management” to work on any of the following areas of applied cryptography under the supervision of Dr. Saru Kumari. Dr. Saru Kumari will join YUNTECH on 1st August 2021.
- Design of post-quantum cryptographic protocols
- Software and hardware implementation of post-quantum cryptographic protocols
- Multi-party computation
- Cryptographic protocols and their implementation
- Privacy-preserving cryptographic protocols for cloud/edge/fog computing
- Multivariate cryptographic protocols
- A bachelor & master degree in Computer Science/Information Security
- Strong mathematical background
- Proficient written and verbal communication skills in English
- Basic knowledge of blockchain technology
- Elementary knowledge of crypto-currencies and their security
What we provide: As one of the best engineering and technology universities, YUNTECH provides students with excellent academic and practical training, an excellent research environment, and strong supervision by world-class scholars. We help graduates to develop their career in information and telecommunication industry and semiconductor industry, the outstanding industry of Taiwan in the world. Students recommended by Dr Kumari will get a full tuition waiver and a monthly stipend.
How to apply:- CV (highlighting their interests and strengths)
- Transcripts
- via email with the subject line:- “Application for Ph.D. in applied cryptography at YUNTECH”, to Dr Saru Kumari at saryusiirohi@gmail.com keeping cc Hsin-I Huang (Sandy) at hsinyier@yuntech.edu.tw
- Application guide: https://reurl.cc/qmLgbg
- Application deadline: May 21, 2021.
Last updated: 2021-02-26 posted on 2021-02-23
Ph.D. Scholarship (Cryptanalysis on Post-Quantum Cryptography)
Villanova University, Philadelphia, PA, USA
Requirements: preferred to be at the majors of Cryptography, Mathematics, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering and related others. Familiar with cryptanalysis and fault attack/detection will be desirable. Proficiency in programming languages such as C/C++ etc. Good at English communication and writing. Great enthusiasm of doing research oriented tasks. Excellent team work member.
Degree: both B.S. and M.S. graduates or similar are warmly welcomed to apply. Start date: Fall 2021. It is always better to apply as early as possible. Positions are open until they are filled.
The 2021 U.S. News & World Report ranks Villanova as tied for the 53th best National University in the U.S (Famous Alumni includes the Current First Lady of the United States, etc.).
Brief introduction of Dr. Xie: Dr. Jiafeng Harvest Xie is currently an Assistant Professor at the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering of Villanova University. His research interests include cryptographic engineering, hardware security, and VLSI digital design. He is the Best Paper Awardee of IEEE HOST 2019. He has served the Associate Editor for Microelectronics Journal, IEEE Access, and IEEE Trans. Circuits and Systems II. He has also been awarded the 2019 IEEE Access Outstanding Associate Editor.
Last updated: 2021-02-23 posted on 2021-02-23
Post-Doc: Towards Secure Implementation of Post-Quantum Schemes
IRISA, Rennes, France
Requirements:
Last updated: 2021-02-23 posted on 2021-02-23
Cryptography Engineer (Remote or On-Site)
Kudelski Security, Switzerland and USA
Kudelski Security, a division of the Kudelski Group, is an innovative, independent Swiss provider of tailored cyber and media security solutions to enterprises and public sector institutions. Founded in 2012, Kudelski Security is headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona and Cheseaux-sur-Lausanne, Switzerland, and has offices all around the globe. For more information, please visit: www.kudelskisecurity.com
The Kudelski Security Research Team is looking for one (or more) researchers experienced with cryptography. You’ll join a multi-disciplinary team with members focused on cutting edge areas such as cryptography, quantum security, privacy preserving technologies, and AI security just to name a few. The position can be on-site or remote, and includes attractive salary and benefits depending on your seniority level.
Principal Duties:
Required:
For further information: https://careers.nagra.com/?page=adverti
Last updated: 2021-02-23 posted on 2021-02-23
Research Associate Quantum Cryptography & IT security (50-100%)
Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts, Rotkreuz, Switzerland
Last updated: 2021-02-23 posted on 2021-02-23
PhD student
Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts, Rotkreuz, Switzerland
Last updated: 2021-02-23 posted on 2021-02-23
Research Engineer Security, Privacy, Cryptography
University of St. Gallen, School of Computer Science, Switzerland
Responsibilities: More specifically, the job includes:
- Development and implementation of concepts and research results, both individually and in collaboration with researchers and PhD students,
- Run of experiments and simulation of realistic conditions to test the performance of developed algorithms and protocols,
- Development, maintenance and organization of software,
- Support to BSc, MSc and PhD students, postdocs and researchers who use the lab,
- Responsibility for the daily routines in the lab, for example purchases, installations, bookings, inventory,
- Producing media content for our group web page and social media platforms.
- The successful applicant is expected to hold or to be about to receive a M.Sc. degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Applied Mathematics or similar fields, preferably with a focus in Security and Privacy for Computer Science Systems.
- We are looking for a strongly motivated and self-driven person who is able to work and learn new things independently. Good command of English is required.
- You should have a good academic track record and well developed analytical and problem solving skills.
- Excellent programming skills and familiarity with cryptographic libraries.
- Previous experience in implementation projects with C++, Matlab, Python is desired.
Deadline for applications: 15 of March 2021
Last updated: 2021-02-23 posted on 2021-02-22
Lattice Post-Doc
Inria and ENS, Paris, France
We are looking for talented and motivated Post-docs to work on the ERC Advanced Grant project PARQ: Lattices in a Parallel and Quantum World. The project aims at studying the best parallel and quantum algorithms for lattice problems, and proposing automated tools to select safe parameters for lattice-based cryptography. It is hosted by the Inria cryptography team Cascade, located at ENS in downtown Paris. (see https://crypto.di.ens.fr/web2py )
The ideal candidates should have a PhD degree from a leading university, and a proven record of lattice-related publications in top venues. We offer a competitive salary and a budget for conference travel and research visits. Positions can be filled from April 1st, 2021. If you're interested, please send as soon as possible (and before June 1st, 2021):
- Your curriculum vitae
- Your two best publications
- Research statement
- Reference letters if possible
To apply: https://jobs.inria.fr/public/classic/fr/offres/2021-03340
Last updated: 2021-02-23 posted on 2021-02-22
PhD in Privacy-preserving Artificial Intelligence
University College Cork, Ireland
The School of Computer Science & IT at University College Cork is a partner in the Science Foundation Ireland Centre for Research Training on Artificial Intelligence, which funds a number of 4-year PhD scholarships. The scholarships include full payment of university fees and a monthly tax-free stipend of €1,500, as well as a budget for equipment, travel, and training.
We are currently looking for candidates interested to work on privacy-preserving machine learning/artificial intelligence. Topics of interests include: advanced encryption for neural networks; anonymity and differential privacy; model ownership (watermarking and fingerprinting) and related attacks.
Interested candidates should write to Dr Paolo Palmieri (p.palmieri@cs.ucc.ie). Expressions of interest for the 2021-2022 call need to be received by February 26, 2021. Early applications will be given priority.
Applicants should include:
- a brief cover letter (1 page max) explaining their interest in the project topic, and mentioning any previous experience in privacy/cryptography/security;
- a curriculum vitae, mentioning the final grade/CGPA for each degree.
Last updated: 2021-02-23 posted on 2021-02-19
Assistant Professor, Secure Software Systems, Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering
University of Calgary, Calgary, AB, Canada
Last updated: 2021-02-23 posted on 2021-02-17
(Senior) Security Research Engineer
Huawei, Munich Research Center; Munich, Germany
Huawei’s Munich Research Center (MRC) in Munich is responsible for advanced technical research, architecture evolution design and strategic technical planning. For the Trustworthy Technology and Engineering Lab in Munich, we are looking for a (Senior) Security Research Engineer.
Responsibilities
- Research and analyze state of the art system security technologies for trusted computing and platform cyber resilience
- Design and implement technology prototypes for validating and demonstrating their feasibility, as well as support their integration into the products
- Write design documentation and publish the research results
- Participate in the industry analysis, strategic planning of new features and standardization
Requirements
- PhD in computer science or system security, with publications at top security conferences
- Solid understanding of computer architecture, from hardware to operating system
- Proven experience in designing and implementing system security technologies such as hardware-assisted security, trusted computing, TEEs, enclaves, runtime integrity
- Experience in programming with security protocols and crypto libraries
- Hands-on software development skills in some or all of
- Linux kernel and KVM hypervisor (e.g. security subsystem, memory management etc.)
- Microkernels and microvisors
- Embedded firmware development
- Active contributions to open-source projects are a big plus
- Excellent communication skills, teamwork spirit, initiative and autonomous working are required
- Proficiency in English and interest to work in a truly diverse cultural environment
Benefits
- Chance to work together with domain experts on cutting edge technologies
- Unique environment for bringing research concepts into actual products
- Position to influence and drive technology adoption across the entire company
If you want to have a high level of impact on future Huawei products and to design novel solutions together with a multicultural team of researchers and engineers in Huawei’s Munich Research Center in M
Last updated: 2021-02-16 posted on 2021-02-15
PhD student in Cryptographic Boolean Functions for Threshold Implementations
Selmer Center, University of Bergen, Norway
The Selmer Center in Secure Communication is looking for a PhD student to join us in our new research project Cryptographic Boolean Functions for Threshold Implementations, funded by the Norwegian Research Council. This study will be supervised by Prof. Budaghyan, Prof. Carlet and Prof. Rijmen.
Applicants interested in helping us over the next 3 years to study Boolean functions used as building blocks in cryptographic primitives and their Threshold Implementations in order to find efficient ways of preventing Side Channel Attacks, must have:
- obtained a master's degree in Mathematics or Computer Science by 01.11.2021 (the position's starting date),
- strong background in Discrete Mathematics or symmetric cryptography, and
- good programming skills
For further information and the online application form please follow the link in the title above.
Last updated: 2021-02-16 posted on 2021-02-13
PhD Position on Post-Quantum Secure Cryptographic Protocols
CWI Cryptology Group, Amsterdam, Netherlands
The successful candidate will be working with Lisa Kohl, within the NWO Gravitation project QSC.
Candidates are required to have a master’s degree in Computer Science, Mathematics or a related discipline, ideally with a specialization in Cryptology.
All applications should include a detailed resume, motivation letter, list of MSc courses and grades, copy of master’s thesis and list of publications (if applicable). Please send your application in a single PDF file (with master's thesis as separate attachement).
The application deadline is March 31st, 2021. Review of applications will start immediately until the position is filled.
Last updated: 2021-02-11 posted on 2021-02-10
Junior Cryptographer
Horizen Labs, Milan (Italy)
Horizen Labs is a blockchain technology company that designs, develops and delivers powerful, scalable and reliable distributed ledger solutions for business. Our Core Engineering Team is based in Milan, Italy. It’s an innovative and collaborative group of technical developers who are dedicated to the design and development of world-class blockchain-based products.
We are now looking for a junior cryptographer, or applied cryptographer, to join our Cryptography Team and develop cutting-edge SNARK-based proof-composition models and software.
The Role- Help the team, to develop practical applications using both advanced SNARK-based protocols and conventional cryptographic tools
- Keep up to date on emerging capabilities in the fast-growing Zero-Knowledge area and identify where and how new capabilities can be applied
- Identify and recommend technologies and cryptographic solutions to solve technical challenges
- Participate in standards setting, perform collaborative research into open source solutions and assist technical colleagues in their development work
- MS/Ph.D. in Mathematics, Computer Science, Computer Programming, or Computer Engineering
- Core understanding of classical crypto primitives (symmetric and public key cryptography)
- Base principles of Elliptic Curve Cryptography, Zero-knowlegde proofs and SNARGs
- Foundations of blockchain technology, and experience developing in Rust and/or C++, is a plus.
Last updated: 2021-02-15 posted on 2021-02-10
Ph.D. student
The University of Edinburgh
1) Improving efficiency and cryptographic assumptions of multi-party computation protocols.
2) Studying new communication models for real-world applications, to obtain protocols with improved performance and security features.
3) Proposing new security definitions and realistic trusted assumptions to overcome current impossibility results.
More information and the instructions on how to apply for the position can be found here: https://www.ed.ac.uk/informatics/postgraduate/fees/research-scholarships/research-grant-funding/phd-secure-multi-party-computation.
Last updated: 2021-02-16 posted on 2021-02-09
Postdoc in Security/Cryptography
IT University of Copenhagen
Last updated: 2021-02-11 posted on 2021-02-09
Assistant Professor in Hardware Security
Télécom Paris , Secure and Safe Hardware team, Palaiseau, France
- Architectures and design methods of digital circuits/embedded systems for both hardware and low-level software.
- Theory and practice in the security/safety of electronic circuits and on-board systems.
The position requires significant publications in leading journals and conferences. Initiating and participating to national, international and industrial research projects is expected. Higher education experience as well as fluency in written and oral English are required.
Other types of competencies that could serve for the position are listed below:
- Experience in developing embedded systems with hardware and / or software protections.
- Culture of cyber-physical threats and protection principles.
- In-depth knowledge of microprocessor architectures and associated software development tools.
- Methods and architectures of integrated circuits and embedded systems.
- Experimental data generation and analysis.
- Knowledge in modeling, signal processing and machine learning methods.
https://institutminestelecom.recruitee.com/l/en/o/maitre-de-conferences-en-securite-et-surete-des-systemes-embarques-a-telecom-paris-cdi
Last updated: 2021-02-24 posted on 2021-02-08
PhD students (two) Villanova University, Villanova, PA, USA
Ph.D. Scholarship (Post-Quantum Cryptographic Hardware & AI Security )
Requirements: preferred to be at the majors of Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering and related others. Familiar with fault attack and analysis will be desirable. Proficiency in programming languages such as C/C++ and HDLs (FPGA development skills and experience are big plus). Good at English communication and writing. Great enthusiasm of doing research oriented tasks. Excellent team work member. Degree: both B.S. and M.S. graduates or similar are warmly welcomed to apply. Start date: Summer 2021 and Fall 2021 are both ok. It is always better to apply as early as possible. Positions are open until they are filled. The 2021 U.S. News & World Report ranks Villanova as tied for the 53th best National University in the U.S (Famous Alumni includes the First Lady of the United States, etc.). Brief introduction of Dr. Xie: Dr. Jiafeng Harvest Xie is currently an Assistant Professor at the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering of Villanova University. His research interests include cryptographic engineering, hardware security, and VLSI digital design. He is the Best Paper Awardee of IEEE HOST 2019. He has served the Associate Editor for Microelectronics Journal, IEEE Access, and IEEE Trans. Circuits and Systems II. He has also been awarded the 2019 IEEE Access Outstanding Associate Editor. Contact: Jiafeng Harvest Xie (jiafeng.xie@villanova.edu) Contact: Jiafeng Harvest Xie
Last updated: 2021-02-11 posted on 2021-02-08
Ph.D. Openings in Post-Quantum Cryptography
Worcester Polytechnic Institute
- Design of extended features for lattice based post-quantum schemes.
- Attacks / countermeasures for post-quantum schemes.
- Efficient software and hardware implementation of post-quantum schemes.
Professor, Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering
Vernam Applied Crypto and Cybersecurity Lab
Worcester Polytechnic Institute USA
Last updated: 2021-02-11 posted on 2021-02-08
Post-doc and PhD positions
TU Delft, Netherlands
As one of the best engineering universities, TU Delft provides excellent future career training and opportunities, research environment and facilities to international and national academic researchers. Competitive salary, tax benefit and welfare package will be provided. Note the start date of the post-doc and PhD could be flexible but no later than the end of this year (2021).
Applicants should prepare and send their CVs, certificates, and transcripts to the following contact email.
Last updated: 2021-02-09 posted on 2021-02-07
PostDoc in Cloud Security
University of Westminster
The Centre for Parallel Computing (CPC) at the University of Westminster is looking for a Research Associate in Cloud Security to carry out research mainly focusing on digital twins and smart factories security (as part of several EU research projects).
The successful candidate will carry out tasks in relation to the design and development of novel secure and privacy-preserving cloud/edge/fog orchestration solutions and is expected to contribute to writing project deliverables and research papers. We expect candidates to have a strong research background in network security and/or applied cryptography. Proven research in areas such as trusted computing, cloud security, safety verification, security verification, data privacy, cyber-physical and internet of things security and cloud or mobile security will be considered as a plus.
The Centre for Parallel Computing is one of the leading research centres in distributed and parallel computation technologies. In particular, the CPC is engaged in research in Distributed Computing Infrastructures such as edge-fog-cloud ecosystems, specifically concentrating on the secure and automated deployment, orchestration and scalability of a large variety of applications in such environments. The CPC has a well-established track record of securing research funding in large-scale collaborative research projects, leading and contributing to more than 15 projects in the last 10 years.
Salary: £35,743 to £40,646 per annum
Last updated: 2021-02-08 posted on 2021-02-06
Staff Research Scientist
Visa Research
Working on Cryptography research at Visa is a unique opportunity at a time when the payments industry is undergoing a digital transformation, and with security technologies as the critical enabler for a growing number of emerging payment models and usage scenarios. We offer you the opportunity to be at the center of innovation in the payments industry and set the security direction for Visa and the future payment ecosystem.
As a Research Scientist you will work with a team to conduct world-class security research and contribute to the long-term research agenda for digital payments, as well as deliver innovative technologies and insights to Visa's strategic products and business. As an integral team member of the extended Research team, you will work on research and development activities with fellow researchers, and work closely with product and technology teams to ensure the successful creation and application of disruptive and innovative security technologies.
More information: https://usa.visa.com/careers/job-details.jobid.743999733735539.deptid.868588.html
Last updated: 2021-02-08 posted on 2021-02-05
Postdoc in Cryptography
IMDEA Software Institute
The IMDEA Software Institute offers a postdoc position in the area of cryptography. Topics of particular interest include (but are not limited to): secure computation (multiparty computation, homomorphic/functional encryption), zero knowledge proofs, and verifiable computation. The postdoc will work under the supervision of Dario Fiore and Ignacio Cascudo.
Who should apply?
Applicants should have (or be about to complete) a PhD in cryptography or a related topic.
Working at IMDEA Software
The position is based in Madrid, Spain where the IMDEA Software Institute is situated. Salaries are internationally competitive and include attractive conditions such as access to an excellent public healthcare system. The working language at the institute is English. Knowledge of Spanish is not required.
Dates
The position has guaranteed funding for at least 2 years. The starting date is flexible with a preference in mid 2021.
How to apply?
Applicants interested in the position should submit their application at https://careers.software.imdea.org/ using reference code 2021-02-postdoc-cryptoprimitives.
Deadline for applications is February 28th, 2021.
We encourage early applications and review of applications will begin immediately.
Last updated: 2021-02-03 posted on 2021-02-02
Full-Time PhD Position on "Cryptographic Protocols for Privacy-Preserving Machine Learning"
University of Twente, The Netherlands
The Services and Cybersecurity (SCS) group at the University of Twente invites applications for a 4-years PhD position on the topic of 'cryptographic protocols for privacy-preserving machine learning'.
We are looking for candidates with a strong background in (applied) cryptography.
More information:
https://www.utwente.nl/en/organisation/careers/!/2021-218/phd-position-on-cryptographic-protocols-for-privacy-preserving-machine-learning
Deadline for applications: 11 February 2021, 23:59 CET
Last updated: 2021-01-30 posted on 2021-01-28
Universal Composability Summer Intern
Riverside Research, Open Innovation Center, Beavercreek, OH
Last updated: 2021-01-28 posted on 2021-01-27
Cryptographer Engineer
Zcash Foundation
We’re looking for someone who is as excited as we are about building private financial infrastructure for the public good, and we take that task very seriously.
The role as a cryptography engineer within the core Zcash Foundation team will be responsible for building cryptographic protocols as well as distributed systems. The ideal candidate embodies the Foundation’s values, while fully aligning with its mission and goals.
Engineers at the Zcash Foundation are responsible for implementing the core Zcash protocol, maintaining deployed software, fixing bugs, and identifying improvements to the protocol for the future. Other duties include writing about our work and interfacing with external stakeholders such as those who use our software and interoperable implementations of the Zcash protocol. The position reports to the Zcash Foundation’s engineering manager.
Zcash Foundation Core Engineering Projects: Currently the engineering team is working on Zebra, an independent implementation of the Zcash protocol written in Rust, and soon we will dedicate resources to building out Zcash wallet functionality.
Last updated: 2021-01-30 posted on 2021-01-27
Postdoc Research Fellow x3
Cryptanalysis Taskforce @ Nanyang Technological University, Singapore
- tool aided cryptanalysis, such as MILP, CP, STP, and SAT
- machine learning aided cryptanalysis and designs
- privacy-preserving friendly symmetric-key designs
- quantum cryptanalysis
- theory and proof
- cryptanalysis against SHA-2, SHA-3, and AES
Last updated: 2021-01-27 posted on 2021-01-27
Embedded Cryptography Expert
Qualcomm, Sophia Antipolis (France)
Last updated: 2021-01-27 posted on 2021-01-26
Tenure Track Assistant Professor or Associate Professor in Cryptology
DTU Denmark
Last updated: 2021-01-24 posted on 2021-01-24
Ph.D. positions in cryptography and security, focus on distributed protocols and blockchain
Cryptology and Data Security Group, University of Bern, Bern, Switzerland
Our research addresses all aspects of security in distributed systems, especially cryptographic protocols, consistency, consensus, and cloud-computing security. We are particularly interested in blockchains, distributed ledger technology, cryptocurrencies, and their security and economics.
Candidates should have a strong background in computer science. They should like conceptual, rigorous thinking for working theoretically, or be interested in building innovative systems for working practically. Demonstrated expertise in cryptography, distributed computing, or blockchain technology is a plus. Applicants must hold a master degree in the relevant research fields.
Positions are available immediately and come with a competitive salary. The selection process runs until suitable candidates have been found. The University of Bern conducts excellent research and lives up its vision that “Knowledge generates value”. The city of Bern lies in the center of Switzerland and offers some of the highest quality of life worldwide.
If you are interested, please apply be sending email with one single PDF file and subject line set to Application for Ph.D., addressed directly to Prof. Christian Cachin at crypto (at) inf.unibe.ch.
Since we receive many applications, we encourage you to include material that demonstrates your interests and strengths and sets you apart from others.
For more information, please contact Christian Cachin (https://crypto.unibe.ch/cc/).
Last updated: 2021-01-22 posted on 2021-01-22
Assistant Professor (tenure-track) in Cybersecurity
Masaryk University, Brno, Czechia
The Dean of the Faculty of Informatics, Masaryk University, invites applications for one position of Assistant Professor in Cybersecurity, with the Department of Computer Systems and Communications.
Applications due: February 28, 2021
Employment start date: By mutual agreement
This position is aimed to strengthen the work of the Centre for Research on Cryptography and Security (CRoCS - https://crocs.fi.muni.cz/) at the Faculty of Informatics. CRoCS works to improve security and privacy of real-world solutions through applied research (often in cooperation with industry) and advanced education of future security professionals. System security or network security focus are most desired, yet the abilities to work with a team of graduate students and faculty on research targeting top security/crypto conferences and to engage both undergraduate and graduate students in both educational and research exercises are most critical.
Job description keypoints:
- Active international cooperation, in both research and education.
- Involvement in teaching in the cybersecurity area.
- Supervision of Master/Bachelor theses and consultancy or co-supervision of PhDs.
- Involvement in expanding industrial cooperation in the cybersecurity area.
- Expert knowledge in at least one of the areas covered by courses:
- PV181 Laboratory of security and applied cryptography {https://is.muni.cz/course/fi/podzim2019/PV181};
- PA193 Secure coding principles and practices {https://is.muni.cz/course/fi/podzim2019/PA193}.
- PA197 Secure Network Design {https://is.muni.cz/course/fi/jaro2020/PA197}.
Last updated: 2021-01-22 posted on 2021-01-21
Applied Scientist
Amazon Web Services
We are seeking a candidates who are innovative, look for new ideas everywhere, and are not limited by “not invented here”. They should think big, and have bold ideas for new ways to serve customers.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- PhD in Computer Science or a closely related field
- Expert knowledge of cryptography and, in particular, cryptographic-computing techniques (homomorphic encryption, secure multiparty computation, etc.)
- Practical knowledge in one or more common development languages (C/C++, Java, Go, Rust, Python, etc.)
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Basic knowledge of machine learning
- 5+ years of industry experience
Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us.
Last updated: 2021-01-22 posted on 2021-01-21
Research Intern - Statistics and Privacy (PhD)
Facebook Inc., Menlo Park, CA | Seattle, WA | San Francisco, CA | Remote, US
Our Statistics and Privacy team focuses on establishing step-change improvements to advance our long-term business growth. The team's expertise spans many domains including statistics, machine learning and cryptography. We develop methodologies, design and prototype solutions, and partner with our engineering colleagues to launch these solutions such that millions of advertisers can benefit. Examples include internal and external experimentation platforms, ads delivery optimization for efficient causal outcomes, and the application of privacy enhancing technologies across our ads product stack.
We are looking for research interns to join our teams to drive forward new prototypes and methodologies. Interns will pursue novel applied research associated with privacy preserving machine learning, cryptography and internet technology, or causal inference and experimentation platforms. This work is critical to our long-term product development, and we expect interns to provide both scientific expertise and creative solutions to accelerate their project area.
ResponsibilitiesMinimum Qualifications
Last updated: 2021-01-22 posted on 2021-01-20
Vulnerability Researcher
Technology Innovation Institute (TII) - Abu Dhabi, UAE
Technology Innovation Institute - Cryptography Research Centre
In our connected digital world, secure and reliable cryptography is the foundation of digital information security and data integrity. We address the world’s most pressing cryptographic questions. Our work covers post-quantum cryptography, lightweight cryptography, cloud encryption schemes, secure protocols, quantum cryptographic technologies and cryptanalysis.
As a Vulnerability Researcher you will be in charge of:
Must have:
Nice to have:
Mehdi Messaoudi
Talent Acquisition Manager
mehdi.messaoudi@tii.ae
Last updated: 2021-01-20 posted on 2021-01-20
Lead Hardware Security Researcher
Technology Innovation Institute (TII) - Abu Dhabi, UAE
Technology Innovation Institute - Cryptography Research Centre
In our connected digital world, secure and reliable cryptography is the foundation of digital information security and data integrity. We address the world’s most pressing cryptographic questions. Our work covers post-quantum cryptography, lightweight cryptography, cloud encryption schemes, secure protocols, quantum cryptographic technologies and cryptanalysis.
As a Lead Hardware Security Researcher you will be in charge of:
Must have:
Mehdi Messaoudi
Talent Acquisition Manager
mehdi.messaoudi@tii.ae
Last updated: 2021-01-20 posted on 2021-01-20
Postdoc researcher
Graz University of Technology, Graz, Austria
In order to complement our team, we are looking for a fulltime post-doctoral researcher:
Responsibilities:
The post-doctoral researcher will be working on the hardware acceleration of homomorphic encryption within the “Cyroptografic Engineering” group within the “Secure Systems” area at IAIK.
Required Qualifications:
How to apply:
Applications, curriculum vitae and other documents should preferably be uploaded here https://free.formcloud.de/formcycle/form/provide/7780/. Please select 7050/postdoc_2021 as a reference number.
The position is full time - 40 h per week and the employment duration is set for 18 months. Prefered starting date early 2021. The application deadline is February 15th 2021.
Last updated: 2021-01-22 posted on 2021-01-20
PhD student
University of Canterbury, School of Mathematics and Statistics, Christchurch, New Zealand
Last updated: 2021-01-20 posted on 2021-01-19
Several Post-Doc Positions in Hardware Security
University of Lyon, Saint-Etienne, France
Last updated: 2021-01-19 posted on 2021-01-18
Decentralized Digital Identity and Data Management Researcher
Huawei International, Singapore
Qualifications:
Last updated: 2021-01-19 posted on 2021-01-18
Research Scientist - Statistics & Privacy (Cryptography and Internet Technology)
Facebook Inc., Menlo Park, CA | Seattle, WA | New York, NY | San Francisco, CA
We seek Research Scientists to identify new opportunities and help build scientifically rigorous systems focused on enhancing technological guarantees for consumer privacy while simultaneously expanding the efficiency of Facebook’s market-leading advertising systems. Challenges include leveraging privacy-enhancing technologies such as multi-party computation, homomorphic encryption, federated analytics, and differential privacy to develop privacy-focused advertising solutions (private record-linkage, fraud prevention, reporting and experimentation, and collaborative inference) — all while maintaining performance at massive scale. Minimum Qualifications
Last updated: 2021-01-16 posted on 2021-01-15
Senior Cryptanalyst - Public Key Cryptography
Technology Innovation Institute (TII) - Abu Dhabi, UAE
Cryptography Research Centre
In our connected digital world, secure and reliable cryptography is the foundation of digital information security and data integrity. We address the world’s most pressing cryptographic questions. Our work covers post-quantum cryptography, lightweight cryptography, cloud encryption schemes, secure protocols, quantum cryptographic technologies and cryptanalysis.
As a Cryptanalyst - Public Key Cryptography, you will:
- Your personal dream could be the world's reality -
To bring your dream to life, you'll need some of the followings:
Duration: Permanent position
Mehdi Messaoudi
Talent Acquisition Manager
mehdi.messaoudi@tii.ae
Last updated: 2021-01-14 posted on 2021-01-14
Post-Docs
Academia Sinica, Taipei, Taiwan
Academia Sinica, at the very edge of Taipei, is the national research institute of Taiwan.
Here we have an active group of cryptography researchers, including Dr. Bo-Yin Yang, Dr. Kai-Min Chung, and Dr. Tung Chou, covering wide research topics in cryptography and actively collaborating with researchers from related research areas such as program verification.
We are looking for Post-Docs in PQC (Post-Quantum Cryptography). Here PQC is broadly defined. Starting date is early 2021, for terms of 1 year, renewable.
Potential PQC research topics include cryptanalysis, implementation, and theory. Bo-Yin is in particular interested in people who have hands on experience with the design, implementation and/or analysis of cryptosystems submitted to NIST\'s post-quantum standardization project, and Kai-Min is looking for people interested in theoretical aspects of Post-Quantum Cryptography, such as security in the QROM model and novel (post-)quantum primitives and protocols. We are also particularly interested in people with diverse background to facilitate collaboration among our group members.
Requires background in mathematics, computer science and cryptography. We desire a research track record in some aspects of post-quantum cryptography, but are especially looking for researchers with a broad research spectrum going from mathematical aspects to the practical side such as implementation aspects.
We offer about 2200 USD (~2000 EUR) per month (commensurate with what a starting assistant professor makes locally) in salary and include a 5000 USD per year personal academic travel budget.
Bo-Yin Yang by at crypto dot tw
Kai-Min Chung at kmchung at iis dot sinica dot edu dot tw
Last updated: 2021-01-14 posted on 2021-01-14
Academic Staff: Reader/Senior Lecturer
The Information Security Group, Royal Holloway University of London
Applications are invited from researchers whose interests are related to, or complement, current strengths of the ISG. We are particularly interested in applicants with outstanding research achievements and/or potential in the area of Systems and Software Security; and who are able to teach and help manage, computer, network and software security subjects at undergraduate and postgraduate level.
Applicants should have a Ph.D. in a relevant subject or equivalent, be a self-motivated researcher, and have a strong publication record. Applicants should be able to demonstrate an enthusiasm for teaching and communicating with diverse audiences, as well as show an awareness of contemporary issues relating to cyber security.
In return we offer a highly competitive rewards and benefits package including:
Generous annual leave entitlement Training and Development opportunities Pension Scheme with generous employer contribution Various schemes including Cycle to Work, Season Ticket Loans and help with the cost of Eyesight testing. Free parking
The post is based in Egham, Surrey where the College is situated in a beautiful, leafy campus near to Windsor Great Park and within commuting distance from London.
To view further details of this post and to apply please visit https://jobs.royalholloway.ac.uk. For queries on the application process the Human Resources Department can be contacted by email at: recruitment@rhul.ac.uk
Please quote the reference: 1220-277 Closing Date: Midnight, 28 February 2021 Interview Date: March 2021 (date TBC)
Last updated: 2021-01-14 posted on 2021-01-13
Post-Doc, Hardware Cryptography and FPGAs
Yale University, Electrical Engineering
Last updated: 2021-01-14 posted on 2021-01-12
Protocol and Backend Engineer
Manta network
Below are good to have skills:
- System level programming using Rust or C/C++
- Familiar with low level system internals and network stack
- Basic knowledge of Cryptographic primitives, such as public key encryption
- Knowledge on distributed system and consensus algorithms
- Familiar with database and storage system
- Boston
- remote
Last updated: 2021-01-14 posted on 2021-01-10
Postdoctoral Researcher - Cryptography
Algorand
Founded by cryptography pioneer Silvio Micali, Algorand fulfills the promise of blockchain through a first-of-its-kind transaction platform that solves the “blockchain trilemma” by offering true decentralization, scalability, and security.
We are looking for a Postdoctoral Cryptography Researcher. This is an opportunity for someone who is excited by new technologies to influence the design and implementation of advanced cryptographic systems and protocols.The Researcher will design cryptographic protocols and partner with the team to develop prototypes. Researchers are also internal subject matter experts, providing guidance to our extended staff, and are also responsible for publishing meaningful research.
Overseen by Chris Peikert, this opportunity is for one (1) year with the possibility for extension.
Core Responsibilities
- Theoretical Focus: Design advanced cryptographic systems and protocols
- Applied Focus: Prototype/build and optimize cryptographic systems and protocols
- Partner with the larger organization on implementations
- Publish meaningful research, both individually and with staff members
- Be part of an inclusive environment that fosters collaboration and creativity both internally and externally
Requirements
- PhD in Cryptography, Computer Science, or related field
- Experience in the following: cryptographic primitives, protocols, and proof systems; post-quantum cryptography preferred
- Publication in top cryptography or security venues
- Open source library contribution or cutting edge implementation experience for applied-focused applicants
- Appreciation for considerations beyond cryptography, such as networking, systems, and performance
- Good written communication and ability to communicate technical information with wide variety of audiences
- Experience in participating in the implementation of complex systems designs preferred
- Enthusiasm for working in a highly collaborative, fast-paced, and dynamic environment
Postdocs receive competitive salary and benefits, as well as a WFH technology package (computer and home
Last updated: 2021-01-14 posted on 2021-01-08
Researcher
Microsoft Research, Redmond, WA
The Cryptography and Privacy Research Group at Microsoft Research, Redmond, is looking for candidates for Researcher positions.
Topics of particular interest to us include (but are not limited to) secure computing (FHE, MPC, TEE), ML privacy, end-to-end encryption, web privacy and security, post-quantum cryptography, and zero-knowledge proofs. Our work ranges from protocol design and security analysis to cryptography and privacy engineering, so we encourage people with any relevant experiences to apply.
Responsibilities: Working with other researchers and multi-disciplinary teams to create and build practical solutions to real-world privacy problems. Publishing papers in academic conferences.
Required Qualifications:
- A PhD (or close to completion) in computer science, electrical engineering, mathematics, or a related field
- Publications in top conferences, or submitted/accepted papers in top journals.
Apply: https://careers.microsoft.com/us/en/job/953748/Researcher-Cryptography-and-Privacy-Microsoft-Research
To receive full consideration, please apply by January 31, 2021.
Last updated: 2021-01-24 posted on 2021-01-05
Post-doc researcher
Microsoft Research, Redmond, WA
The Cryptography and Privacy Research Group at Microsoft Research, Redmond, is looking for candidates for Post-Doc Researcher positions.
Topics of particular interest to us include (but are not limited to) secure computing (FHE, MPC, TEE), ML privacy, end-to-end encryption, web privacy and security, post-quantum cryptography, and zero-knowledge proofs. Our work ranges from protocol design and security analysis to cryptography and privacy engineering, so we encourage people with any relevant experiences to apply.
Responsibilities: Working with other researchers and multi-disciplinary teams to create and build practical solutions to real-world privacy problems. Publishing papers in academic conferences.
Required Qualifications: A PhD (or close to completion) in computer science, electrical engineering, mathematics, or a related field Publications in top conferences, or submitted/accepted papers in top journals.
Apply: https://careers.microsoft.com/us/en/job/953746/Post-Doc-Researcher-Cryptography-and-Privacy-Microsoft-Research
To receive full consideration, please apply by January 31, 2021.
Last updated: 2021-01-24 posted on 2021-01-05
PhD student position in the context of Lightweight MPC-friendly Symmetric Ciphers(MOZAIK Project)
KU Leuven COSIC, Belgium
Last updated: 2021-01-07 posted on 2021-01-05
Postdoc position in Privacy-Preserving Machine Learning using MPC (MOZAIK Project)
KU Leuven COSIC
Last updated: 2021-01-07 posted on 2021-01-05
Post-Doc in side-channel leakage modeling
IRISA, Rennes, France
Group: EMSEC (https://www.irisa.fr/emsec/)
Duration: 20 month
Starting: Beginning of 2021.
Main Objectives:
Prerequisites:
We are looking for team players who are motivated and able to drive top-quality
research. The area of research lies between several fields and we expect at least competences in one
of them:
Last updated: 2021-01-05 posted on 2021-01-05
Postdoc
University of Erlangen
What we expect:
- A PhD degree in Cryptography
- Strong publication record
- Research statement
- Ideally two reference letters
- High motivation
Last updated: 2020-12-30 posted on 2020-12-28
Tenured/Tenure-track faculty toward mathematics of communication
Clemson University
Last updated: 2020-12-30 posted on 2020-12-26
Tenure-track faculty position
National Sun Yat-sen University, Department of Computer Science and Engineering, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
Last updated: 2020-12-30 posted on 2020-12-24
Computer Science Professor, (Tenured / Tenure Track - Open Rank)
New York University Abu Dhabi
Last updated: 2020-12-30 posted on 2020-12-23
Lecturer opening at New Jersey Institute of Technology (applied cybersecurity)
New Jersey Institute of Technology
Successful candidates must have an expert grasp of knowledge of Cybersecurity at all levels, with an emphasis on hands-on applied cybersecurity skills, either through a demonstrated record of teaching excellence, or through industrial experience. The successful candidate will also be involved in creating course content and materials with a focus on hands-on experiential and project-based learning. Strong written, oral and interpersonal skills are required in order to communicate effectively with students in person and online. The formal education and experience prerequisites may be waived at the university’s discretion if the candidate can demonstrate to the satisfaction of the university an equivalent combination of education and experience specifically preparing the candidate for success in the position.
Interested applicants should submit their CV and at least two references by applying as soon as possible at: https://njit.csod.com/ats/careersite/JobDetails.aspx?site=1&id=2600
Work environment and location: The Computer Science department, part of the Ying Wu College of Computing Sciences, is the largest at NJIT, comprising one tenth of the student population. It is also the largest computer science department among all research universities in the New York metropolitan area. Located in Northern New Jersey, within the greater New York Metropolitan area, NJIT is part of a vibrant ecosystem of research universities and corporate research centers.
Last updated: 2020-12-21 posted on 2020-12-21
Assistant/Associate/Full Professor
Oregon State University; Corvallis, OR, USA
Last updated: 2020-12-20 posted on 2020-12-18
Post-doctoral researcher in Secure and Private Cloud-assisted computing
Chalmers University of Technology, Sweden
- Verifiable computation
- Secure Multi Party Computation
- Privacy-preserving authentication
- Cryptographic primitives
- A PhD degree in Cryptography;
- Strong publication record;
- Strong mathematical and algorithmic CS background;
- Excellent programming skills;
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
Last updated: 2020-12-20 posted on 2020-12-18
Cryptography engineer / researcher (all levels)
Ant Group
Candidates are expected to be developing cryptographic libraries and/or conducting related researches with a growing team of researchers and engineers. Candidates are likely to be working in one of the following directions:
- homomorphic encryptions
- multiparty computations
- zero-knowledge proofs
Bonus points:
- experience in developing cryptographic libraries
- top tier publications in cryptography or security
- experience with Rust
- Beijing
- Hangzhou
Last updated: 2020-12-22 posted on 2020-12-11
Research Internships
Max Plank Institutes in Computer Science, Germany
The Max Planck Institutes for Informatics (Saarbruecken), Software Systems (Saarbruecken and Kaiserslautern), and Security and Privacy (Bochum) offer research internships in all areas of Computer Science. An internship at a Max Planck Institute is a way to pursue world-class research in computer science! Our internships are also an excellent way to explore research or new research areas for the first time.
Internships are open to exceptional Bachelors, Masters, and Doctoral students worldwide, as well as exceptional individuals from industry interested in gaining academic research experience in computer science. Intern positions are limited and admissions are very competitive
We welcome interns all year round, but most interns prefer the summer months. Every intern works directly with an assigned faculty mentor at one of the participating institutes. Internship projects are based on the intern’s academic interests, maturity and prior experience.
All interns receive a monthly stipend, free (shared) housing, and travel to- and from- the institute hosting the internship. A typical internship lasts 12 to 14 weeks, but longer internships are possible.
Application Deadlines for Summer Internships:
- Early Deadline: 31 December (for internships starting in May or June)
- Late Deadline: 31 January (for internships starting in July or August)
More information can be obtained at https://www.cis.mpg.de/internships
We understand that travel restrictions due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic may prevent interns from traveling to host institutes right now. In such a case, the intern and the mentor may agree mutually to complete the internship remotely. The intern will still be paid the monthly stipend.
Last updated: 2020-12-15 posted on 2020-12-11
PhD Student (funded)
The Centre for Doctoral Training in Cyber Security for the Everyday. Royal Holloway University,Egham
Last updated: 2020-12-11 posted on 2020-12-10
Security/Cryptography Engineer
Axelar
Axelar is building a decentralized network that connects dApp builders with blockchain ecosystems, applications and users for frictionless cross-chain communication. Our team consists of experienced engineers and researchers in distributed systems, cryptography, and consensus. We’re growing our team and looking for engineers who’re interested in building the new financial stack from the ground up.
- Understanding of public and secret key: encryption, signatures (Ed25519, ECDSA, etc.).
- Knowledge of networking technologies, specifically TCP/IP, RPC and the related protocols.
- Knowledge of operating systems, file systems, and memory on macOS and Linux.
- Experience with engineering security practices.
- Ability to find, exploit and fix bugs, security vulnerabilities in software.
- General knowledge of blockchain technologies.
- Experience with Go and/or Rust.
- Bonus: understanding of elliptic curve cryptography, multi-party computation and threshold schemes.
Last updated: 2020-12-11 posted on 2020-12-09
Research Intern
Microsoft Research, Redmond, WA
Research Internships at Microsoft provide a dynamic environment for research careers with a network of world-class research labs led by globally-recognized scientists and engineers. Our researchers and engineers pursue innovation in a range of scientific and technical disciplines to help solve complex challenges in diverse fields, including computing, healthcare, economics, and the environment.
The Cryptography and Privacy Research Group at Microsoft Research seeks graduate students in applied cryptography and privacy for spring and summer internships. Topics of particular interest to us include (but are not limited to) secure computing (FHE, MPC, TEE), ML privacy, end-to-end encryption, web privacy and security, post-quantum cryptography, and zero-knowledge proofs.
We offer internship projects ranging from protocol design and security analysis to crypto and privacy engineering, so we encourage PhD students with any relevant experience to apply.
Please apply at: https://careers.microsoft.com/us/en/job/945055/Research-Intern-Privacy-and-Cryptography
Last updated: 2020-12-06 posted on 2020-12-06
PhD positions in symmetric cryptographic design and engineering
Radboud University, Nijmegen
The Digital Security Group of Radboud University is one of the leading groups in computer security in the Netherlands and Europe, and one of the pioneers in permutation-based crypto and corresponding leakage-resilient modes.
The successful candidate should ideally have a master in Computer Science, Mathematics, or Electrical Engineering. Applications will be considered until the positions are filled.
To apply, please send the following documents to dis-secr (at) cs.ru.nl, with the subject "PhD position in symmetric crypto":
- a motivation letter
- your cv
- your master diploma certificate (scanned)
- transcript of the courses you took (including grades)
- up to 3 references
Last updated: 2020-12-01 posted on 2020-11-30
Post-Doc , Senior Researcher, Ph.D. student
DingLab, Beijing Institute of Mathematical Sciences and Applications; Beijing, China
Multiple positions on all levels at the Ding Lab in Privacy Protection and Blockchain Security at the Beijing Institute of Mathematical Sciences and Applications(BIMSA)
The BIMSA is a Mathematics research institution co-sponsored by Beijing Municipal Government and Tsinghua University. The BIMSA is located in the Huairou District of Beijing, and is part of Beijing’s strategic plans to build world-class new-style research & development institutions and national innovation center for science and technology. The BIMSA aims to develop fundamental scientific research and build a bridge between mathematics and industry applications. The director of BIMSA is the renowned mathematician, Prof. Shing-Tung Yau.
The Ding Lab in Privacy Protection and Blockchain Security will be led by Professor Jintai Ding and the lab currently has multiple open positions on all levels from full tenured professor to postdoc and research associate (without PhD) Anyone who works in related areas including (but not restricted to) computational algebra, computational algebraic geometry, number theory, mathematical optimization, quantum algorithms, post-quantum cryptography, multi-party computation, zero-knowledge proof, fully homomorphic encryption, privacy preserving algorithms, block chain, high performance computing, and algorithm implementations are welcome to apply. BIMSA offers internationally competitive salary packages and salary will be determined by applicant's qualification. Recent PhDs are especially encouraged to apply. A typical appointment for postdoc of BIMSA is for two-years, renewable for the third year with annual salary ranges from 300,000 RMB to 500,000 RMB depending on experience and qualifications. Ding Lab is an open lab with English as a working language. Interested applicants, please send email with CV to DingLab@bimsa.cn.
Last updated: 2020-12-01 posted on 2020-11-26
Funded PhD students in Applied Cryptography & Information Security
University of St. Gallen, Switzerland
Research area: Research areas include but are not limited to:
- Verifiable computation
- Secure Multi Party Computation
- Privacy-preserving authentication
- Cryptographic primitives
- A MsC degree in Computer Science, Applied Mathematics or a relevant field;
- Strong mathematical and algorithmic CS background;
- Excellent programming skills;
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
Starting date: By mutual agreement.
Last updated: 2021-01-19 posted on 2020-11-26
Two Fully Funded PhD Positions in Cybersecurity
Cyber Science Lab, School of Computer Science, University of Guelph, Canada
Last updated: 2020-11-22 posted on 2020-11-21
Postdoctoral Research Fellow
Cyber Science Lab, School of Computer Science, University of Guelph, Canada
Last updated: 2020-11-22 posted on 2020-11-21
Ph.D. Scholarship (AI Security and Post-Quantum Cryptographic Hardware)
Villanova University, Villanova, PA, USA
Requirements: preferred to be at the majors of Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering and related others. Familiar with fault attack and analysis will be desirable. Proficiency in programming languages such as C/C++ and HDLs. Good at English communication and writing. Great enthusiasm of doing research oriented tasks. Excellent team work member.
Degree: both B.S. and M.S. graduates or similar are warmly welcomed to apply.
Start date: Spring 2021 and Fall 2021 are both ok. It is always better to apply as early as possible. Positions are open until they are filled.
The 2021 U.S. News & World Report ranks Villanova as tied for the 53th best National University in the U.S.
Brief introduction of Dr. Xie: Dr. Jiafeng Harvest Xie is currently an Assistant Professor at the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering of Villanova University. His research interests include cryptographic engineering, hardware security, and VLSI digital design. He is the Best Paper Awardee of IEEE HOST 2019. He has served the Associate Editor for Microelectronics Journal, IEEE Access, and IEEE Trans. Circuits and Systems II. He has also been awarded the 2019 IEEE Access Outstanding Associate Editor.
Contact: Jiafeng Harvest Xie (jiafeng.xie@villanova.edu)
Last updated: 2020-11-22 posted on 2020-11-20
Multiple Engineer Positions in Embedded Systems Security
Intrinsic ID, Eindhoven, The Netherlands
Intrinsic ID currently has four open positions to expand its R&D team in Eindhoven and support the development of Intrinsic ID’s security solutions and products.
Positions:
- Hardware Design Engineer
- Hardware Verification Engineer
- Embedded Security Engineer
- Sr. Embedded Software Engineer / Architect
- Competitive salary and benefits
- Career development opportunities in a fast-growing company
- Diverse and challenging problem-solving opportunities in a dynamic workplace
- An excellent working atmosphere
- The opportunity to be a part of a team with unparalleled experience in hardware and software security
Last updated: 2020-11-19 posted on 2020-11-18
Postdoc Fellow in Security/Crypto+AI/ML
Monash University, Malaysia campus
Last updated: 2020-11-19 posted on 2020-11-18
Post-Doc in Cryptography & Blockchain
George Mason University, USA
The starting date can be anytime in Spring or Summer of 2021.
For more information and to apply please contact Prof. Foteini Baldimtsi at foteini@gmu.edu
Last updated: 2020-11-17 posted on 2020-11-15
Post-Doctoral Researcher in Symmetric Cryptography
CryptoLux Group, University of Luxembourg
The CryptoLux group of the University of Luxembourg has a vacancy for a post-doctoral researcher in the area of symmetric cryptography. The successful candidate will contribute to a research project entitled Analysis and Protection of Lightweight Cryptographic Algorithms (APLICA), which is funded by the Luxembourgish Fonds National de la Recherche and the German Research Foundation. Starting in 2021, APLICA will run over a period of 3 years as a joint research project between the CryptoLux group and the Workgroup for Symmetric Cryptography of Ruhr-University Bochum. The mission of the APLICA project is to develop new cryptanalytic techniques for lightweight authenticated encryption algorithms and hash functions, and to design and implement new countermeasures against side-channel attacks that are suitable for constrained devices.
Candidates must have a Ph.D. degree in symmetric cryptography or a closely related field. Preference will be given to candidates with a strong publication record that includes at least one paper at an IACR conference/workshop or one of the top-4 security conferences. Experience in software development for embedded systems or mounting side-channel attacks is a plus. Candidates with an interest to conduct research in one of the following areas are particularly encouraged to apply:
- Cryptanalysis of authenticated encryption algorithms or hash functions
- Leakage resilience or leakage reduction by design (e.g. modes of operation)
- Security evaluation of leakage-resilient primitives or constructions
The position is available from Jan. 2021 on basis of a fixed-term contract for 3 years. The University of Luxembourg offers excellent working conditions and a highly competitive salary. Interested candidates are invited to send their application by email to Alex Biryukov before Dec. 15, 2020 (early submission is strongly encouraged, applications will be processed upon receipt). The application material should contain a cover letter explaining the candidate's research interests, a CV (incl. photo), a list of publications, scans of diploma certificates, and contact details of 3 references
Last updated: 2020-11-13 posted on 2020-11-13
PhD Student Positions (fully funded) - Cryptography/Security/Privacy/Blockchain-based Systems
UConn, Computer Science and Engineering Dept.
The positions provide a great opportunity for students with interest in interdisciplinary projects that combine knowledge from various fields towards the design of secure systems and protocols. We target real-world timely problems and aim to provide secure and practical solutions backed by rigorous foundations and efficient implementations/thorough performance testing. We are also interested in conceptual projects that contribute in bridging the gap between theory and practice of Cryptography. For more information about our current and previous projects please check https://ghadaalmashaqbeh.github.io/research/.
For interested students, please send your CV to ghada.almashaqbeh@uconn.edu and provide any relevant information about the topics you want to work on and the skills/related background you have.
Last updated: 2020-11-17 posted on 2020-11-11
Professor / Associate Professor / Assistant Professor
University of Rochester, Rochester, NY
Candidates must have (or be about to receive) a doctorate in computer science or a related discipline. Applications should be submitted online (at https://www.rochester.edu/faculty-recruiting/login) no later than January 1, 2021, for full consideration; submissions beyond this date risk being overlooked due to limited interview slots.
Last updated: 2020-11-06 posted on 2020-11-03
Researcher/Senior Researcher
Temasek Labs, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore
Physical Analysis and Cryptographic Engineering (PACE) is research group under Temasek Laboratories, NTU, Singapore. As a group of dynamic researchers, the main focus of PACE is to explore advanced aspects of embedded security.
PACE group is seeking applications for a motivated researcher in the area of embedded and mobile security. The successful candidate will work with experienced researchers to explore new security vulnerabilities in commercial products like smartphones and IoT, with a focus on secure boot.
We are looking for a candidate who meets the following requirements:
- Have already completed, or be close to completing a PhD degree in mathematics, computer science, electrical engineering, or related disciplines, with strong track record in research and development (publications in international journals and conferences). Master degree with relevant research experience can be considered.
- Experienced in security evaluation and have understanding of crypto- graphic algorithms (symmetric and asymmetric). Coding background in C/Java/Assembly/Python/VHDL for analysis is required.
- Has experience in working with embedded/IoT devices or android devices for vulnerability assessment.
- Has previous lab experience in developing prototypes, FPGA design, manipulating oscilloscopes, writing device drivers and communication interfaces, which are used in analysis of implemented designs.
- Knowledge of side-channel or fault attacks is a plus.
- Fluent in written and spoken English
- Creative, curious, self-motivated and a team player with good analyti- cal and problem-solving skills.
You will be joining a dynamic group performing research on embedded security, specific to physical attacks. This position is available from December 2020. The initial contract will be one year. There are strong possibilities for extensions upon successful performance. TL offers competitive salary package plus other benefits.
Dr. Shivam Bhasin
Programme Manager
sbhasin (at) ntu.edu.sg
Last updated: 2020-11-02 posted on 2020-11-01
Post-Doc / Research Fellow / Senior Research Fellow
Nanyang Technological University (Singapore)
Last updated: 2020-10-29 posted on 2020-10-26
Post-Doc
Ruhr University Bochum, Germany
The group offers excellent working environment as a part of Horst Görtz Institut for IT Security (HGI https://hgi.rub.de/en/ ) including more than 200 scientists active in several different aspects of IT security and cryptography.
The candidate should have a PhD in IT-security, electrical engineering, computer engineering, or computer science with excellent publication records.
Since the position is funded by a national project, having the ability to fluently talk, write, and read in German is a must. The position is for two years, with an option to extend.
Send your application in a single pdf file to amir.moradi (at) rub.de
Last updated: 2020-10-23 posted on 2020-10-22
PhD positions
UConn, Computer Science and Engineering Dept.
Several PhD positions in the domains of cryptography, computer security, privacy, and blockchain-based systems are available at the University of Connecticut (UConn), Computer Science and Engineering department, led by Prof. Ghada Almashaqbeh.
The positions provide a great opportunity for students with interest in interdisciplinary projects that combine knowledge from various fields towards the design of secure systems and protocols. We target real-world timely problems and aim to provide secure and practical solutions backed by rigorous foundations and efficient implementations/thorough performance testing. We are also interested in conceptual projects that contribute in bridging the gap between theory and practice of Cryptography. For more information about our current and previous projects please check https://ghadaalmashaqbeh.github.io/research/.
For interested students, please send your CV to ghada.almashaqbeh@uconn.edu and provide any relevant information about the topics you want to work on and the skills/related background you have.
Last updated: 2020-10-18 posted on 2020-10-15
Post-doc, Assistant/Associate/Full Professor
Shanghai Jiao Tong University
Last updated: 2020-10-12 posted on 2020-10-10
Ph.D. position: Data privacy-preserving mechanisms for autonomous and connected vehicles
Telecom Paris, Institut Polytechnique de Paris & Thalès Group
Ph.D. positions in cryptography and security, with focus on distributed protocols, cryptology and Secure Multi-party Computation. Secure “multi-party computation” (MPC) is a type of cryptographic protocol that allows a set of parties to compute a function of each of their individual inputs, without having to reveal their inputs. It would be interesting to explore the use of this approach in the context of the autonomous connected vehicles to define protocols that preserve privacy and integrity, and ensure secure communications in a highly distributed context.
Position is available in the INFRES (Computer Science and Network) Department at Telecom Paris of the Institute of Polytechnique de Paris (IP Paris), France.
The expected Ph.D research takes part of research activities carried out in the Axis 2 of the Chair C3S and especially related to topic 2 – Protection of data and data flow in real time, cryptography and agility focusing on light and robust cryptography, real-time cryptography and crypto-agility. Candidates should have a strong background in computer science and cryptography. Demonstrated expertise in cryptography, distributed computing, or multi-party computation is a plus. Applicants must hold a master degree in the relevant research fields. Positions are available and come with a competitive salary. The selection process runs until suitable candidates are found. If you are interested, please apply by sending email with one single PDF file and subject line set to Application for Ph.D., addressed directly to Prof. Duong Hieu Phan and Prof. Houda Labiod from Infres Department, Institute Polytecnique de Paris and Dr. Aurélien Dupin from Thalès Group. Since we receive many applications, we encourage you to include necessary materials that demonstrate your motivation and strengths.
Last updated: 2020-10-05 posted on 2020-10-05
Ph.D. Scholarship (Side-Channel Attack)
Ph.D. position (full scholarship) on Side-Channel Attack at Villanova University (USA)
Interested ones are warmly welcomed to send their resume/CV to Dr. Xie through email: jiafeng.xie@villanova.edu
Requirements: preferred to be at the majors of Computer Science or Computer Engineering. Familiar with FPGA board related side-channel attack and analysis will be desirable. Proficiency in programming languages such as C/C++ and HDLs. Good at English communication and writing. Great enthusiasm of doing research oriented tasks. Excellent team work member.
Degree: both B.S. and M.S. graduates or similar are warmly welcomed to apply.
Deadline: better to start at Spring 2021, though Fall 2021 is also ok. It is always better to apply as early as possible. Position is open until it is filled.
The 2021 U.S. News & World Report ranks Villanova as tied for the 53th best National University in the U.S.
Last updated: 2020-10-06 posted on 2020-10-04
Ph.D Student - Cyber Security Cooperative Research Centre (CSCRC) Scholarships
Charles Sturt University, New South Wales, Australia
This PhD position will be supported by the CSCRC with excellent scholarship. The CSCRC aims to inspire the next generation of cyber security professionals through working with some of the best cyber security researchers in Australia, and engagement with the CSCRC Industry & Government Participants. Further details of the CSCRC Government and Industry Participants may be found at: https://www.cybersecuritycrc.org.au (Cyber Security Research Scholarships of up to AU$50,000 a year for outstanding PhD students; these scholarships are limited to Australian nationals or candidates from other 5-Eyes countries (US, UK, Canada, New Zealand); candidates from NATO countries will be considered on a case by case basis. Successful candidates must be eligible to obtain Australian Government Cyber Security Clearance (where appropriate).)
In order to be considered for the position, the candidate must:
• Hold a Master's degree in mathematics, computer science, cryptography or related fields with strong grades;
• Show strong background in mathematics, computer science and cryptography;
• Demonstrate experience in C/C++ or Java.
Having prior publications in security and privacy is highly desirable.
Please send (by e-mail) to below contact information:
• Transcripts,
• Curriculum vitae,
• Statement of Purpose, and
• Academic IELTS Test Report (or equivlent qualification).
In addition, three reference letters are required by e-mail from referees.
Last updated: 2020-10-06 posted on 2020-10-01
Post-Doc
University of Warsaw
We are looking for talented and motivated Post-docs to work on the ERC AdG project PROCONTRA: Smart-Contract Protocols: Theory for Applications. The project is about theoretical and applied aspects of blockchain and smart contracts.
The ideal candidates should have a PhD degree in cryptography (or related field) from a leading university, and a proven record of publications in top cryptography/security/TCS venues.
We offer competitive salary, a budget for conference travel and research visit, and membership in a young and vibrant team with several international contacts (for more see: www.crypto.edu.pl).
A successful candidate will be given a substantial academic freedom and can work on a variety of research problems related to the main theme of the project.
There is no specific deadline for this call, but we will start looking at the applications from Oct 15th, 2020.
Last updated: 2020-09-27 posted on 2020-09-25
Post-doc position
EMSEC, University of Rennes 1, Rennes, France
- security proofs for lattice-based schemes,
- building and implementing lattice-based constructions,
- cryptanalysis and side channels attacks.
To apply please send us by email your detailed CV (with publication list). The positions has flexible starting date. Review of applications will start immediately until the positions are filled.
Last updated: 2020-09-27 posted on 2020-09-24
Post-doc
Jean Monnet University in Saint-Etienne, Hubert Curien Laboratory, Saint-Etienne, France
Last updated: 2020-09-23 posted on 2020-09-22
Ph.D. students (Cryptographic Engineering)
Villanova University
Requirements: preferred to be at the majors of Computer Science or Computer Engineering. Majoring in Mathematics are also ok. Proficiency in programming languages such as C, C++, Python, and so on is needed. Good at English communication and writing. Great enthusiasm of doing research oriented tasks. Excellent team worker.
Degree: both B.S. and M.S. graduates or similar are warmly welcomed to apply.
Deadline: better to start at Spring 2021 (Fall 2021 is also ok). It is always better to apply as early as possible. Positions are open until they are filled.
Last updated: 2020-09-16 posted on 2020-09-15
PhD Students and Post-Docs (Available Immediately)
North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC, USA
The project will explore the security aspects of hardware accelerators. The goal of this project is to identify efficient solutions for defending against a wide set of attacks (e.g., side-channel attacks) targeting hardware accelerators. We will also investigate different challenges and security concerns related to the programming models and run-time environments of particular interest to our funding agency. More information will be shared with the applicants.
PhD Applicants: Following are the minimum requirements for PhD applicants:
Post-Doc Applicants:
We are also hiring post-doctoral scholars to lead some of the efforts in this project. Post-Doc candidates should have PhD with focus on computer architecture or systems with familiarity with hardware accelerators (e.g., FPGA and GPUs). The positions are available immediately and thus candidates who are already in the US are preferred.
Links to research groups:
Prof. Awad: https://sacagroup.github.io/
Prof. Aysu: https://research.ece.ncsu.edu/aaysu/
Last updated: 2020-09-02 posted on 2020-09-02