International Association
for Cryptologic Research

You have the experience, education and drive to lead. What you\'re missing is the freedom to create your dream. When you join DarkMatter, you\'ll find that freedom and build the future of cyber security in the UAE.

As a Cryptanalyst, you will:

- Analyze, evaluate and target any weaknesses security systems which range from single crypto-primitives to entire protocols, from classical ciphers to the newest lightweight or post-quantum schemes.

- Develop mathematical and statistical models to analyze and solve security data problems.

- Be involved in the analysis of developed cryptosystems within DarkMatter products.

- Collaborate with skillful software, hardware, and telecommunication engineers.

- Work closely with the secure communications team and other teams in the organization.

- Work with latest software and test your code on state-of-the-art High-Performance Devices.

- Conduct research in theoretical and practical cryptanalysis.

- Attend personalized in-house trainings with top cryptographers and international conferences and workshops.

- Enjoy all the cultural, educational and travel opportunities Abu Dhabi offers

- Your personal dream could be the world\'s reality

To bring your dream to life, you\'ll need some of the followings:

- PhD degree in Cryptography, Applied Cryptography, Information Theory and Mathematics, Computer Science or any relevant Engineering degree.

- Extensive experience in theoretical and practical cryptanalysis

Valuable publications in the field of cryptanalysis

- Extensive experience in performing side-channel attacks.

- Deep understanding of various hardware security vulnerabilities and threats.

- Extensive experience developing in various programming languages.

- A passion for solving complex puzzles

Closing date for applications: 12 March 2019

Contact: Mehdi Messaoudi

mehdi.messaoudi (at) darkmatter.ae

More information: https://careers.darkmatter.ae/jobs/cryptanalyst-abu-dhabi-united-arab-emirates

At DarkMatter, we are building an organisation of specialists to provide the ultimate integrated cyber security protection available. Whatever the scope, scale or sensitivity of our clients’ work, we\'ll assess their risks, resolve their vulnerabilities and always keep them ahead of the threat, offering them the best possible products and solutions.

As a Cryptography Embedded Systems Engineer, you will:

- Design, implement and deploy cryptographic algorithms tailored for resource-constrained devices.

- Conduct research and development in lightweight cryptography.

- Perform security assessments of crypto-primitives and cryptosystems suitable for resource-constrained devices at the theoretical and implementation level.

- Work closely with the other teams in the organization to deploy secure embedded systems.

- Be involved in the integration of developed cryptosystems within DarkMatter products.

- Enjoy all the cultural, educational and travel opportunities Abu Dhabi offers.

To bring your dream to life, you’ll need:

- MS or PhD degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Cryptography or related field.

- Development experience within embedded systems, RFID and sensor networks.

- Knowledge of Unix/Linux environments and kernel development.

- Knowledge of one or more of the following: Microcontrollers, SoC, TrustZone, ARM processors, performance optimization, bootloading, firmware, x86 assembly, system BIOS or hardware/software integration.

- Knowledge of side-channel attacks and countermeasures.

- Experience coding in C/C++.

- A desire to innovate in the UAE

Closing date for applications: 12 March 2019

Contact: Mehdi Messaoudi

mehdi.messaoudi (at) darkmatter.ae

More information: https://careers.darkmatter.ae/jobs/cryptography-embedded-systems-engineer-abu-dhabi-united-arab-emirates-8f4ed143-57d6-4

You have the experience, education and drive to lead. What you\'re missing is the freedom to create your dream. When you join DarkMatter, you\'ll find that freedom and build the future of cyber security in the UAE.

As a Cryptography Hardware Engineer, you will:

- Design, implement and deploy cryptographic algorithms on hardware covering but not limited to: post-quantum cryptosystems and stream ciphers.

- Conduct research and development in hardware implementation and optimization and side-channel analysis and countermeasures.

- Perform security assessments of either crypto-primitives or cryptosystems at the theoretical and implementation level.

- Work closely with the secure communications team and other teams in the organization to design end-to-end secure communication protocols using state-of-the art and customized cryptographic algorithms and primitives.

- Be involved in the integration of developed cryptosystems within DarkMatter products.

- Enjoy all the cultural, educational and travel opportunities Abu Dhabi offers

- Your personal dream could be the world\'s reality

To bring your dream to life, you\'ll need:

- PhD degree in Cryptography, Applied Cryptography, Information Theory and Mathematics, Computer Science or any relevant Engineering degree.

- Extensive experience developing in FPGA and/or ASIC.

- Strong foundations in semiconductors, computer architecture and embedded systems.

- Deep understanding of various hardware security vulnerabilities and threats.

- A desire to innovate in the UAE

Closing date for applications: 12 March 2019

Contact: Mehdi Messaoudi

mehdi.messaoudi (at) darkmatter.ae

More information: https://careers.darkmatter.ae/jobs/cryptography-hardware-engineer-abu-dhabi-united-arab-emirates

Abu Dhabi | United Arab Emirates

You have the experience, education and drive to lead. What you’re missing is the freedom to create your dream. When you join DarkMatter, you’ll find that freedom and build the future of cyber security in the UAE.

As a Post-Quantum Crypto Researcher, you will:

- Design, implement and deploy quantum-safe cryptographic algorithms covering both but not limited to: key exchange algorithms and digital signature schemes.

- Conduct research and development in lattice-based, code-based or hash-based cryptosystems.

- Perform security assessments of either crypto-primitives or cryptosystems at the theoretical and implementation level.

- Work closely with the secure communications team and other teams in the organization to design end-to-end secure communication protocols using state-of-the art and customized cryptographic algorithms and primitives.

- Be involved in the integration of developed cryptosystems within DarkMatter products.

- Enjoy all the cultural, educational and travel opportunities Abu Dhabi offers

To bring your dream to life, you’ll need:

- PhD degree in Cryptography, Applied Cryptography, Information Theory and Mathematics or Computer Science.

- Extensive experience developing in various programming languages.

- A desire to innovate in the UAE

Closing date for applications: 12 March 2019

Contact: Mehdi Messaoudi

mehdi.messaoudi (at) darkmatter.ae

More information: https://careers.darkmatter.ae/jobs/post-quantum-crypto-researcher-abu-dhabi-united-arab-emirates

At DarkMatter, we are building an organization of specialists to provide the ultimate integrated cyber security protection available. Whatever the scope, scale or sensitivity of our clients’ work, we\'ll assess their risks, resolve their vulnerabilities and always keep them ahead of the threat, offering them the best possible products and solutions.

As a Senior Cryptography Engineer - Cloud Engineer, you will:

-Design, implement and deploy cryptographic algorithms tailored for a cloud environment.

-Conduct research and development in differential privacy, secret sharing, multi-party secure computation and fully homomorphic encryption.

-Perform security assessments of crypto-primitives, cryptosystems and cloud security solutions at the theoretical and implementation level.

-Work closely with the other teams in the organization to design and deploy safe cloud-based solutions .

-Be involved in the integration of developed cryptosystems within DarkMatter products.

To bring your dream to life, you’ll need:

-PhD degree in Cryptography, Applied Cryptography, Information Theory and Mathematics or Computer Science.

-Extensive experience developing in various programming languages.

-A desire to innovate in the UAE

Closing date for applications:

Contact: Mehdi Messaoudi

Talent Sourcing Specialist

mehdi.messaoudi (at) darkmatter.ae

More information: https://careers.darkmatter.ae/jobs/senior-cryptography-engineer-cloud-engineer-abu-dhabi-united-arab-emirates

The Department of Computer Science at University College London (UCL) invites applications for three faculty positions at all levels in the area of Information Security. We seek world-class talent; candidates must have an outstanding research track record. Appointments will be made at the rank of Lecturer, Associate Professor, or Professor, depending on seniority.

The closing date for applications is 10 January 2019.

We seek applicants with expertise and experience that complements or builds on our current strengths, including but not limited to, the areas of cybercrime, human factors in security, systems and network security, verification and embedded systems security, and software security.

Since we are an experimental Computer Science department, and UCL is strongly committed to multi-disciplinary research, we are looking for researchers who are interested in collaboration with colleagues in the Faculty of Engineering (e.g., Crime Science) and with other research groups and centres within the Computer Science department, e.g., Systems and Networks, Computational Statistics & Machine Learning (CSML), UCL Interaction Centre (UCLIC). The main purpose of this new role is to support the growth of the Computer Department through conducting research, teaching, outreach and entrepreneurial activities in the area of Information Security as well as the supervision of undergraduate, taught graduate and/or research graduate students.

Closing date for applications: 10 January 2019

Contact: Emiliano De Cristofaro, e.decristofaro (at) ucl.ac.uk

More information: https://tinyurl.com/ucl-infosec-positions-2018

Three industrial funded PhD studentships (3-3.5 years) are available at Department of Computer Science, Surrey Centre for Cyber Security, University of Surrey. These studentships are related to industrial blockchain projects. The ideal PhD candidates (holding MSc. degree of Math, Computer Science, Engineering) should be equipped with (at least be interested in) adequate knowledge of programming (e.g., Python, C++, Java), basic knowledge of applied cryptography(e.g., signature, encryption, zero-knowledge proof)/machine learning/formal method, have good communication skill, teamwork awareness, and be willing to work with industries.

The start date of these PhDs will be in January or April 2019.

About SCCS: SCCS was established by the University of Surrey to consolidate and organise its cyber security activities across the University. SCCS is one of the 17 Academic Centres of Excellence in Cyber Security Research (ACEs-CSR) recognised by the UK National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) in partnership with the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC).

Closing date for applications: 31 March 2019

Contact: Dr. Kaitai Liang

k.liang (at) surrey.ac.uk

The Secure embedded system & hardware security team (https://laboratoirehubertcurien.univ-st-etienne.fr/en/teams/secure-embedded-systems-hardware-architectures.html) at Université Jean Monnet (Saint-Etienne, France) is seeking one motivated post-doctoral researcher in the area of hardware security.

The post-doctoral researcher will work with researcher of the group on topic of side-channel analysis and/or random numbers generation. The project aims to scale down randomness requirement for side-channel protected implementations.

Candidates should ideally have already completed, or close to completing a Ph.D. degree in electrical engineering, computer sciences, mathematics, or related disciplines, with strong research track record in relevant area.

This is a full-time, 1-year fixed-term position based in Saint-Etienne; starting date is negotiable from March 2019.

Since the laboratory is located in a restricted area, background of the successful candidate need to be checked by authorities, this step can last 3 months, please consider applying well in advance. There are no nationality restrictions for candidates.

Review of application will start immediately until position is filed.

Please send a CV, a list of publications and contact information for two references.

Closing date for applications: 30 September 2019

Contact: Vincent Grosso, vincent.grosso (at) univ-st-etienne.fr

Applications are invited for a PhD student (Research Assistant) position in Applied Cryptography and Network Security. The position is funded through CRISP, the Center for Research in Security and Privacy (https://www.crisp-da.de).

Job Description

The Candidate is expected to perform scientific research in the areas of cryptography and network security. The position is based in Darmstadt and will involve international travel to conduct and present research. We provide an optimal working environment and support the researcher to publish results at leading international conferences and journals.

The position is initially offered for three years but can be extended to a longer duration. The starting date is as soon as possible.

Your Profile

• Completed a Master’s degree (or equivalent) with good grades in computer science, mathematics, electrical engineering, or a closely related field.

• Solid background in information security, cryptography, discrete mathematics, and algorithms.

• Fluent in English, both verbal and written, and good communication skills.

• Motivated to conduct research work and ability to work independently.

• Proficiency in computer programming, computer networks, Latex, and system administration are considered beneficial but not necessary.

How To Apply

Please submit your application in English consisting of a motivation letter stating why you are interested and qualify for the position, your current curriculum vitae including two references, and copies of relevant certificates and detailed transcripts with grades. Please send your application in a single PDF file to Jean Paul Degabriele (jeanpaul [dot] degabriele [at] crisp-da [dot] de) with the subject line “PhD Application”. Review of applications will start immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Closing date for applications:

Applications are invited for a one-year, full-time doctoral student position starting at the earliest on 01.02.2019 in an Academy of Finland project at the CWC-NS research unit. A trial period of 6 months is applied in the position.

The student selected for the task will be working on the design of secure and/or privacy-preserving protocols and architectures for 5G and beyond 5G networks. The main application area will be network Software Defined Networking (SDN), Network Function Virtualization (NFV) and Network Slicing based 5G and Industrial IoT networks where applications are typically latency-sensitive and produce high amounts of data requiring fast processing and refining. During the studies, the student should be applying (a combination of) various advanced cryptographic technologies, such as light weight authentication mechanisms, encryption algorithms, machine learning and novel technologies such as blockchain, secure transaction methods and smart contracts to design secure communication solutions that achieve a good balance between security, user privacy and usability. The work will include real-world prototyping with relevant technologies. Good knowledge in applied mathematics and experience in software implementations highly required.

The position is supervised by Adj. Prof. Madhusanka Liyanage (technical supervision) and. Assoc. Prof. Mika Ylianttila (responsible supervisor).

Closing date for applications: 31 December 2018

Contact: Contact: Adj. Prof. Madhusanka Liyanage, madhusanka.liyanage(at)oulu.fi;

More information: https://rekry.saima.fi/certiahome/open_job_view.html?did=5600&jc=1&id=00006567&lang=en

This PhD project will investigate implementation aspects of lattice-based cryptography on hardware and software platforms.

Required skills and experience:

Honours undergraduate degree and/or postgraduate degree with Distinction (or an international equivalent) in Electrical/Electronics Engineering or Computer Science or Mathematical Engineering or closely related discipline.

Familiar with cryptography, low-level programming or hardware architecture design using VHDL/Verilog.

More information: https://www.findaphd.com/phds/project/implementation-of-lattice-based-cryptography/?p104419

Closing date for applications: 14 January 2019

Contact: Sujoy Sinha Roy (s.sinharoy (AT) cs.bham.ac.uk)

Data Science Program Director

Yeshiva University’s Katz School seeks a dynamic director to serve as academic and administrative lead for its graduate initiatives in Data Science and related programs.

Position Responsibilities:

• Provide transformative direction and oversight in teaching, research and community

• Oversee curriculum development, academic policies, and assessment

• Ensure student academic and professional success

• Lead faculty recruitment, hiring, development, and evaluation

• Recruit highly qualified students, with an expectation of significant program growth

• Obtain relevant industry affiliations and designations

• Raise the visibility of the Katz School and University

• Establish partnerships with local, regional, national, and international organizations

• Develop grants, contracts, philanthropy, and research development

• Manage budgets and resources

Required Experience & Educational Background:

• Master’s degree in data science, computer science, or related field

• Professional experience in data science or related fields

To apply, visit: http://apptrkr.com/1336277

About Us:

Founded in 1886, Yeshiva University (YU) has a strong tradition of combining Jewish scholarship with academic excellence and achievement in the liberal arts, sciences, medicine, law, business, social work, Jewish studies, education, psychology, and more. We seek to attract and retain engaged and committed individuals who contribute to an exciting working environment, where there is a sense of community and belonging, balanced with a significant cross section of people from diverse backgrounds working and studying together.

Yeshiva University is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.

Closing date for applications:

More information: http://apptrkr.com/1336277

We are looking for a bright post-doctoral researcher focusing in theoretical cryptography and more precisely verifiable delegation of computation to work on a collaborative project on cloud-assisted computing.

The position is fully funded for 2 years and it would be extended under conditions for 2 more.

The post-doc will be hired at the department of Computer Science and Engineering at Chalmers and will be working under the supervision of Prof. Katerina Mitrokotsa.

The preferred starting date is in April 2019.

To apply send an email with subject: post-doc in cryptography and the following documents:

- CV, research statement, list of publications and names of at least two referees

Closing date for applications: 5 January 2019

Contact: Katerina Mitrokotsa

Associate Professor,

Chalmers University of Technology

Department of Computer Science and Engineering,

Gothenburg, Sweden

More information: http://www.cse.chalmers.se/~aikmitr/

Applications are invited for a post-doctoral fellow (PDF) and a doctoral (PhD) student in one or more of these areas: cryptographic engineering or applied cryptography as they relate to blockchain technologies, cryptocurrencies and digital payments. The successful candidates will be working in Professor Anwar Hasan’s research group in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Waterloo.

PDF applicants with a recent PhD in Computer/Electrical Engineering or Computer Science and publications at premium venues are encouraged to send their CVs and cover letters via email to ahasan at uwaterloo.ca.

PhD student applicants with mathematical maturity and research experience in cryptographic engineering or applied cryptography, who meet the admission requirements for the PhD program in Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Waterloo, are encouraged to apply online following this link https://uwaterloo.ca/electrical-computer-engineering/future-graduate-students/programs

Closing date for applications: 11 January 2019

The Canadian Institute for Cybersecurity (CIC) is a comprehensive multidisciplinary training, research and development, and entrepreneurial unit that draws on the expertise of researchers in the social sciences, business, computer science, engineering, law and science.

Position Description:

We are currently looking for PhD and Post-doc researchers to fill various roles within our cyber security research and projects.

Required skills and experience:

- A computer science degree (Master for PhD candidates, PhD for Post-doc candidates) with expertise in network and information security, networking, and other relevant research area. (completed by the start of appointment)

- Strong communication and writing skills.

- Ability to do independent research, as well as to work collaboratively with other team members.

Helpful skills and experience:

- Application development using Java and Python

- Technical abilities in systems design, coding, testing, debugging, and maintenance.

- Demonstrated experience with the design and implementation of large networked and security systems.

Applications will be considered until the available positions are filled. To apply please include your curriculum vitae and the following:

- Research experience (projects, publications, etc.)

- Two representative publications (post-doc candidates)

- Proof of language proficiency (international applicants)

- Contact information (email, address, phone) of three references

Closing date for applications: 30 April 2019

Contact:

Arash Habibi Lashkari, PhD

Assistant Professor and Research Coordinator

Canadian Institute for Cybersecurity (CIC)

University of New Brunswick (UNB)

Fredericton, NB, Canada

A.habibi.l (at) unb.ca

More information: http://www.unb.ca/cic

We are looking for a postdoctoral researcher to work on isogeny-based cryptography.

Previous work in this field would be a plus but is not required. Generally, a strong background in algorithmic number theory, cryptographic protocols, cryptanalysis and/or applied cryptography is sought.

The position is for up to 30 months.

Informal inquiries are welcome.

Closing date for applications: 3 January 2019

Contact: Christophe Petit christophe.f.petit (at) gmail.com

More information: https://atsv7.wcn.co.uk/search_engine/jobs.cgi?SID=amNvZGU9MTc2OTA5NiZ2dF90ZW1wbGF0ZT03Njcmb3duZXI9NTAzMjUyMSZvd25lcnR5c

A PhD position is available to work on isogeny-based cryptography.

The ideal candidate will have a master in Mathematics, Computer Science or Electrical Engineering. Previous knowledge in cryptography and/or number theory is a plus.

Informal inquiries welcome.

Closing date for applications: 14 January 2019

Contact: Christophe Petit christophe.f.petit (at) gmail.com

More information: https://www.birmingham.ac.uk/postgraduate/courses/findaphd.aspx

The Cryptology Group at CWI in Amsterdam has an opening for a PhD position (4 yrs) in the area of ``mathematical aspects of cryptology,`` e.g., the intersection between algebraic coding theory and secure multiparty computation. The successful applicant will also be part of the Mathematical Institute, Leiden University.

Requirements:

You should hold a Master degree (or expect to obtain it soon) in mathematics or computer science (or a comparable subject) with excellent grades, and you should have successfully demonstrated your research abilities, e.g. by completion of an (undergraduate) research project with outstanding results. Furthermore, preferably, you:

• have some background in cryptography;

• enjoy mathematics;

• possess good academic writing and presentation skills;

• are fluent in spoken and written English.

Application:

Your application should include the following information:

• a curriculum vitae;

• a letter of motivation (at most 1 page) explaining why you are interested in this position;

• a list of all university courses taken, including a transcript of grades;

• a report from an undergraduate research project you have done;

• the name and contact details (including email address) of two to three referees who can provide details about your profile (one of whom should be the main supervisor of your Master thesis).

The applications will be reviewed upon receipt and until the position is filled.

Closing date for applications: 1 February 2019

Contact: Please send your application to Ronald Cramer (CWI & Leiden U) and Serge Fehr (CWI & Leiden U), using ``Application CWI PhD Position`` as subject. Email: {cramer,fehr} (at) cwi.nl

We have 1 year Post-doc Position on Constraint Programming for Cryptanalysis of Symmetric Encryption Schemes in LIMOS, Clermont-Ferrand, France

Your Profile:

A PhD in Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Cryptography or related field.

Competitive research record in symmetric cryptography or in constraint programming.

Commitment, team working and a critical mind.

Fluent written and verbal communication skills in English are essential

Closing date for applications: 1 September 2019

Contact: email your cover letter, your CV, your PhD, reports of the reviewers of your PhD, a selection of your best papers related to the post-doc offer, some recommandation

letters, contact information for 3 referees and any information that might help us to choose you.

More information: http://sancy.univ-bpclermont.fr/~lafourcade/post-doc-LIMOS.pdf

Rambus is seeking for a dynamic, highly motivated, experienced Senior Security Engineer. The ideal candidate will be team oriented, and have a strong knowledge of the HW security including side-channel analysis and fault analysis. In addition, She/he possesses an in-depth knowledge of front end digital design process and related design flows.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement secure cryptographic hardware IP blocks as part of cryptography research’s security IP portfolio.
• Implement fault and side-channel analysis countermeasures and verify resistance to state-of-the-art attack techniques
• Invent, patent and publish new techniques in the fields of DPA countermeasures, fault resistance and efficient hardware designs
• Supports FAEs, customers, and Rambus sales and marketing team in Europe and Asia and work closely with our offices in Sunnyvale, San Francisco, and Bangalore
• Collaborates with different teams to support all technical aspects of the sales cycle
• Represent Rambus CRD at international workshops, conferences and trade shows.
• Author technical collateral and whitepapers on CRD’s cryptographic hardware technologies

Closing date for applications:

More information: https://careers.rambus.com/jobs/smts-ii-security-engineering-rotterdam-netherlands