International Association
for Cryptologic Research

The Department of Computing Security at the Rochester Institute of Technology invites applications for the position of Department Chair to begin August 2014.

In July of 2012, the Department of Computing Security at RIT was established to address critical security challenges that cut across computing disciplines. The department engages in a wide range of research and teaching activities, including: big data analytics, cryptology and covert communications, digital forensics, mobile devices, networks, privacy, security measurement, security pedagogy, sensors, software, and systems security. Through these activities, the department seeks to advance the discipline and to meet the rapidly growing need for computing security professionals.

The successful candidate will be ready to assume the leadership and administrative responsibilities of the department. A key role will be to lead the department in shaping and expanding its research and scholarship profile. Applicants are required to have a Ph.D. or equivalent in a related field and experience commensurate with that of a full professor. Applicants must have demonstrated research excellence in computing security, a track record of external funding, and a strong commitment to undergraduate and graduate education.

Candidates should visit http://careers.rit.edu and search 575BR for specific information about the position and the application process. Refer to http://www.rit.edu/gccis for information about RIT and the B. Thomas Golisano College of Computing and Information Sciences.

RIT is an equal opportunity employer that promotes and values diversity, pluralism, and inclusion.  For more information or inquiries, please visit http://www.rit.edu/diversity/titleix.html.