International Association
for Cryptologic Research

The security group in Guangzhou University, is looking for 4-5 excellent Postdoc researchers and visiting scholars. The researchers will work on a security project with another research group in The University of Hong Kong. The research topics currently investigated in our group include

• Security and Privacy in Big Data
• Security in Cloud Computing
• Applied Cryptography
• Biometric security

Applicants are expected to have a good publication record in security. For any interested applicants, please contact and send your CV to Jin Li directly (http://scholar.google.com/citations?user=7GDV2vUAAAAJ) and Siuming Yiu (http://www.cs.hku.hk/people/profile.jsp?teacher=smyiu). The postdoctoral position is for 2 years with possibilities of renewal. The applicant with faculty positions are also welcome. The starting date is immediate starting from June 1, 2016.

Successful candidate(s) will receive a competitive salary (around 50,000 USD-60,000 USD/per year) as well as research funding around 25,000USD.

Closing date for applications: 20 August 2016

Contact: Jin Li, jinli71 (at) gmail.com
Siuming Yiu, smyiu (at) cs.hku.hk

Due to continued growth and development, we are looking for a Security Analyst (specialising in Native, or Closed Platform products). You will be working for a global leading security lab, reviewing and analysing customers software, looking for potential security flaws.

The successful candidate will have significant experience with native code based products (C and Assembly) and is expected to take full responsibility for performing security evaluation tasks on the customers’ products. This will be completed through code review, vulnerability analysis, test planning and interpretation of test results. The evaluation tests are mainly carried out on embedded products, particularly payment devices, such as smart cards, POS terminals and mobile payment devices. A formal report will be expected for the customer, and the Senior Security Analyst is normally the technical coordinator for the entire project.

The ideal candidate will be particularly experienced in C, Java, assembly languages and EMV standards, perhaps with a background in data security and cryptography.

Closing date for applications: 6 June 2016

Contact: Dom Gooch - dominic.gooch (at) solagroup.com / 02032067564

Due to continued growth and development, we are looking for a Security Analyst, specialising in Open Platform products. You will be working for a global leading security lab, reviewing and analysing customers software, looking for potential security flaws.

The successful candidate will have significant experience with Open Platform products and is expected to take full responsibility for performing security evaluation tasks on the customers’ products. This will be completed through code review, vulnerability analysis, test planning and interpretation of test results. The evaluation tests are mainly carried out on embedded products, particularly payment devices, such as smart cards, POS terminals and mobile payment devices. A formal report will be expected for the customer, and the Senior Security Analyst is normally the technical coordinator for the entire project.

The ideal candidate will be particularly experienced in C, Java, assembly languages, GlobalPlatform and EMV standards, and perhaps have a background in cryptography or data security.

Closing date for applications: 6 June 2016

Contact: Dom Gooch - dominic.gooch (at) solagroup.com / 02032067564

Reporting to the Director of Security and Data Sciences, the Engineer is responsible for the following:

• Conduct research on advanced ethical hacking, penetration testing, reverse engineering.
• Conduct assessment on network infrastructure, web and mobile security.
• Assisting in IT security enforcement and enhancement.
• Design secure application testing approaches, integrate quality assurance testings with security functionalities.
• Candidate with strong programming background will also be involved in security tool/signature development.
• Design and implement preventive security controls, application code review and analysis, code scanning and testing tools, web application scanning and penetration tests.
• Manage vendor and service provider on security tools and technologies project engagement and delivery.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or above in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or other relevant disciplines with a minimum of 5 years of experience in security assessment. Candidates with less experience will also be considered for the Engineer level.
• Experience in financial industry is preferred but not mandatory.
• Demonstrate wide working knowledge of application security.
• Experience in application development life cycle, application testing and code scanning, with exposure in penetration test, finding exploits, vulnerabilities, unauthorized access, or other malicious activities in computer systems.
• Proficient in English, spoken and written.
• High integrity and professional work practice.
• Appreciation of people and cultures of different countries.

Closing date for applications: 15 April 2016

Contact: charlenechoo (at) astri.org

More information: http://www.astri.org/careers/work-at-astri/jobs/senior-engineerengineer-cyber-security-assessment-multiple-openings-6/

One Ph.D. position is available immediately for exceptional applicants. The research areas include cryptographic engineering, post-quantum cryptography, side-channel attacks, and ECC. Excellent background in VHDL/Verilog, FPGA/ASIC design, and mathematics of cryptology is desired. BS and MS degrees need to be in ECE.

Please contact both Dr. Mehran Mozaffari Kermani (m.mozaffari (at) rit.edu) and Dr. Reza Azarderakhsh (rxaeec (at) rit.edu) and enclose your CV, statement of interest, and transcripts.

Closing date for applications: 31 May 2016

CryptoExperts (www.cryptoexperts.com) is looking for an excellent postdoctoral fellow to work on the design, the analysis, and the implementation of Homomorphic Encryption and lattice-based cryptography.

In this position, the candidate will be primarily involved in two projects on homomorphic encryption: HEAT (a H2020 project) and CryptoComp (a French project). The focus of these projects is to produce a step change on the practical as well as theoretical aspects of homomorphic encryption. Challenging industrial use-cases will allow to ground the research in practical issues. The candidate will be able to carry research according to its research interests (theoretical and/or practical), and will be offered multiple travel opportunities and interactions with scientists all over Europe. Participation to open-source libraries on homomorphic encryption and proof-of-concept demonstrators will be expected.

Applicants should have a Ph.D. in a relevant subject or equivalent, have a strong publication record and interest in practical protocols. Implementation and coding experience are required.

The position is fully funded for two years (with a flexible starting date). Review of applications will begin immediately until the position has been filled. Knowledge of French is _not_ mandatory. To apply, please send by e-mail the following documents:

- Curriculum vitae with publication list

- Reference letters

Closing date for applications: 30 June 2016

Contact: Pascal Paillier, jobs (at) cryptoexperts.com

More information: https://www.cryptoexperts.com/people/#jobs

DEPARTMENTAL LECTURER IN SECURITY (Software Engineering Programme)

Department of Computer Science, University of Oxford

Grade 8: Salary £38,896–£46,414 p.a.

An excellent opportunity has arisen to appoint a full-time Departmental Lecturer in Security on the Software Engineering Programme until 30 September 2020.  This would be an ideal opportunity to gain teaching experience in an academic role, and to undertake world-class research in an area of significance. You would be a full member of the team responsible for teaching in a variety of topics in Systems Security, and you should have a track record of research in this area.

The main responsibilities include:

• engaging in excellent research within the discipline of Security, including applying for funding to support your research activities, and getting involved in the supervision of doctoral students;
• participating in the teaching and administrative work of the Department;
• examining for the University when required to do so;
• supervising, or assisting in the supervision of graduate students as required.

You should hold a relevant doctoral degree, with teaching and research experience, with sufficient depth and breadth of knowledge in Security to develop modules.  A strong publication record and knowledge of existing research in Security, and aptitude for, or experience of, teaching are also required.

Whilst the role is a grade 8 position, we would be willing to consider candidates with potential but less experience who are seeking a development opportunity, for which an initial appointment would be at grade 7 (£30,738-£37,768 p.a.) with the responsibilities adjusted accordingly. This would be discussed with applicants at interview/appointment where appropriate.

The closing date for applications is 12 noon on 22 April 2016. Interviews are expected to be held on 17 or 19 May 2016.

Vacancy ID: 122838

Closing date for applications: 22 April 2016

Contact: Monica Wilson

recruitmentenquiries (at) cs.ox.ac.uk

More information: https://www.recruit.ox.ac.uk/pls/hrisliverecruit/erq_jobspec_version_4.jobspec?p_id=122838

Reporting to the Director of Security and Data Sciences, the Engineer is responsible for the following:

• Develop and implement secure cloud computing and secure software systems.
• Develop cryptographic and encryption technologies.
• Develop mobile security solutions.
• Develop and implement cyber-threat intelligence and defense technologies.
• Perform security review and assessment on information security and e-commerce systems.
• Conduct R&D in various areas which include but not limited to software, network, distributed system, database, and mobile security.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or above in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or other relevant disciplines.
• More senior candidates with Master or PhD degree, or with minimum five years’ of experience in software development, i.e. design, implementation, test and documentation will be considered as Senior Engineer.
• Familiar with software development or testing, programming languages on C/C++/ObjC/Java/Javascript.
• Certificates or formal training in information security or with experience in security assessment is a plus, but not a necessity.
• Good knowledge of OS security and virtualization security, and implementation experience on the cloud an advantage.
• A team player with good analytical and communications skills.
• Good command of written and spoken English

Closing date for applications: 15 April 2016

Contact: charlenechoo (at) astri.org

More information: http://www.astri.org/careers/work-at-astri/jobs/senior-engineerssoftware-engineers-information-security-multiple-opening

Visiting Assistant Professorships

The Department of Mathematical Sciences at the University of Cincinnati is seeking applicants for several Visiting Assistant Professorships in mathematics or statistics. Appointments will begin on August 15th, 2016 and will initially be for one year, with the possibility of renewal for a second year. Teaching load will nominally be two (3-4 credit) undergraduate courses per semester. Candidates must have a PhD in mathematics or statistics by the start date. The Department of Mathematical Sciences is dedicated to excellence in both research and teaching. The department has a graduate program offering MS and PhD degrees in mathematics and statistics. The department is looking for candidates with high-quality teaching and research and a strong potential for collaboration in areas of expertise of current faculty.

One of the positions is expected to be in the area of Algebra/Cryptography and the Department is specially interested in people with expertise in the area of multivariate polynomials or lattices.

Completed applications consisting of a cover letter, vita, description of research, description of teaching experience, and three letters of recommendation, at least one of which addresses teaching expertise, should be submitted on MathJobs.org at https://www.mathjobs.org/jobs/jobs/8650.

Applicants should also submit a CV and cover letter to UC’s recruitment system at https://jobs.uc.edu/job/Cincinnati-Assistant-Professor-Visiting-%28Mathematical-Sciences%29-OH-45201/333089700/. Review of applicants will begin immediately and applications will be accepted until the positions are filled.

The University of Cincinnati is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity. We actively seek a broad spectrum of candidates including women, people of color, people with disabilities and veterans.

Closing date for applications: 1 May 2016

Contact: Jintai.Ding (at) uc.edu

More information: https://www.mathjobs.org/jobs/jobs/8650

The Computer Security Division, National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) seeks cryptographic researchers to join the team. We will consider candidates at various stages of their career, including new PhD graduates and experienced researchers.

Particular areas of interest include, but are not limited to: Post-quantum cryptography, lightweight cryptography, security proofs of cryptosystems, cryptanalysis, secure protocols, hardware/software implementations, and cryptographic applications.

For employment with NIST, the candidates must be US citizens. We also host guest researchers through the NIST Foreign Guest Researcher Program.

Closing date for applications: 31 August 2016

Contact: Dr. Lily Chen (Lily dot Chen at NIST dot gov)

The Department of Computer Science within the Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences at the University of Surrey has an international reputation for research and teaching. In the National Student Survey, overall student satisfaction was 95%. Research in the department is focussed on two main areas - Nature Inspired Computing and Engineering, and Secure Systems, with Surrey hosting one of only 13 Academic Centres of Excellence recognised by GCHQ.

This post offers an exciting opportunity for a Professorial appointment in the Secure Systems group.

The successful candidate will provide leadership in research in security at the highest level and develop strategic partnerships. We are open to a variety of security specialisms that are related to, or complement current strengths of the group including (but not limited to): trusted systems, privacy preserving security, verification of secure systems, IoT security, and human factors in security. It is expected that the post-holder will also contribute to high quality teaching at undergraduate and post-graduate level.

The initial focus of the post is working as part of the senior team to drive forward secure systems research within the Department, across the University and internationally with academia and industry. It offers the unique opportunity to grow cyber security research involving the Institute for Communication Systems and the 5G Innovation Centre, within Surrey, and interdisciplinary research with the Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences. There is potential for the candidate to take on the role of Head of Department in the future. The Department has prioritised growth in the area of security research and immediately after the appointment to this Chair the Department intends to appoint a further faculty member at Senior Lecturer level alongside this post.

Closing date for applications: 3 May 2016

Contact: For an informal discussion about the positions, please contact the Head of Department of Computer Science, Dr Helen Treharne on h.treharne (at) surrey.ac.uk.

More information: http://jobs.surrey.ac.uk/021216

Applications are invited at Lecturer, Senior Lecturer, Reader and Professor level to undertake research in Information and Cyber Security within the Institute of Electronics Communications and Information Technology (ECIT).

We seek to recruit highly qualified candidates for multiple academic posts to commence in 2016 or 2017 who can build and grow innovative, mission-led research programmes. Candidates should also demonstrate an ability to inspire students and facilitate motivational learning within core undergraduate and specialist postgraduate curricula. Successful candidates will benefit from additional resources such as studentships, engineering and commercial support and will have access to state of the art facilities.

Current research is based around Data Security, Authentication, Cloud and Network Security, IoT and Embedded Systems Security and Cyber-Physical and Industrial Control Systems Security. Moving forward we plan to further strengthen and extend these activities. Candidates with a strong research track record and expertise in one of the following areas of interest are strongly encouraged to apply - post-quantum cryptography, side channel analysis, hardware security, multi-factor authentication technologies for data and device security, cloud and virtualised datacentres security, software defined network security, software security, embedded systems security and secure industrial control systems - including SCADA, Smart Grid and automotive systems.

Applicants must have at least a 2:1 Honours Degree (or equivalent) in Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics or closely related discipline and a PhD in a relevant subject. Evidence of high quality research in a relevant field commensurate with stage of academic career is essential.

Closing date for applications: 18 April 2016

Contact: Professor Dimitrios S. Nikolopoulos

Email: eeecs-hos (at) qub.ac.uk

More information: http://www.ecit.qub.ac.uk/Aboutus/Recruitment/

Job Overview Systems Security Architect is responsible for working with R&D projects within QUALCOMM to research, design and develop the right security architecture and protocols for these projects and standardize them as needed. Ability to perform systems security or vulnerability analysis and design is a must. This position requires a strong understanding of the mobile systems architecture and protocols as defined by standards such as 3GPP, ETSI, IEEE, IETF. The successful candidate will demonstrate prior experience in one or more of these areas and a passion for architecting secure systems.

Ability to work in groups as well as independently with minimal supervision is a must.

This position requires some travel (up to 20% of the time). Travel may involve participating in standards meetings and/or interacting with QUALCOMM\'s customers/partners in the industry.

Minimum Qualifications

5+ years experience in one or more of the following areas :

- Embedded platforms security (e.g., ARM TrustZone, TPM, smartcards)

- Wireless communication systems and protocols (CDMA/UMTS/LTE, Bluetooth, 802.11)

- Hardware / SoC security

- Cryptography

- Participation in standards organizations like IETF/3GPP/3GPP2

Preferred Qualifications

- Prior software development experience (C, C++, C#, Java, Windows, Linux) and knowledge of software vulnerabilities

- OS architectures (e.g., Android, Linux, iOS)

- IP security protocols (IPsec, SSL/TLS)/ Packet data network security

- Multimedia systems security design (e.g.VoIP/IMS)

- Web technologies or applications (e.g., HTTP, HTML5, XML)

Education Requirements Required:

Master\'s, Computer Engineering and/or Computer Networks & Systems and/or Computer Science and/or Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience

Preferred:

Doctorate, Computer Engineering and/or Computer Networks & Systems and/or Computer Science and/or Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience

Closing date for applications: 21 March 2016

Contact: Vivian Smith, Staffing Specialist

More information: https://jobs.qualcomm.com/public/jobDetails.xhtml?requisitionId=1940091

Université Libre de Bruxelles, Computer Science Department
Post-doc Position in Cloud Security

Applications are invited for a two-years Post-Doc position to work on the analysis and the design of secure protocols for cloud environments.

Candidates are expected to publish papers in well-known security related conferences and journals and should:

• Hold a PhD degree in Computer Science, Mathematics or related fields
• Have solid background on computer security and cryptography
• Have a good publication record
• Demonstrate an excellent level of spoken and written English. Knowledge of French is a plus.

Due to the particular nature of the funding, the position is only available for a non-Belgian citizen in a situation of international mobility, i.e. the candidate should not have spent more than 24 months in Belgium over the last 3 years.

Applications must include:

• a curriculum vitae, including a list of publications
• copies of diplomas
• two (or more) references

Closing date for applications: 10 April 2016

Contact: Applications can be send by email to Prof. Olivier Markowitch, olivier.markowitch (at) ulb.ac.be

More information: http://qualsec.ulb.ac.be/research/post-doc/

We are looking for an excellent, motivated, self-driven doctoral student to work in the area of information security and cryptography. The position is for five years at the Department of Computer Science and Engineering. The PhD student will join Katerina Mitrokotsa’s group and will be funded by a project funded by the Swedish research council focusing on security and privacy issues in resource constrained devices.

The PhD student is expected to have a MSc degree or equivalent, and strong background in mathematics and/or theoretical computer science, with some background in cryptography.

The position is fully funded for five years. The call for expressions of interest will remain open until a suitable candidate is appointed.

For any inquiries or to apply for the position, submit a full research curriculum-vitae (cv), names of two references, and a research statement to Prof. Katerina Mitrokotsa (aikmitr@ chalmers.se) clearly indicating the position sought.

Successful candidates will help to design and evaluate cryptographically reliable and privacy-preserving authentication protocols.

Closing date for applications: 31 March 2016

Contact: Katerina Mitrokotsa
Associate Professor
Chalmers University of Technology
Department of Computer Science and Engineering
Göteborg, Sweden

Cryptography, Security & Privacy Research Group at Koç University has multiple openings at every level. All accepted applicants will receive competitive scholarships including tuition waiver, housing, monthly stipend, computer, travel support, etc.

• For more information about our group and projects, visit

  https://crypto.ku.edu.tr

• For applying online, and questions about the application-process for M.Sc. and Ph.D. positions, visit

  https://gsse.ku.edu.tr/en/academics/computer-science-and-engineering/program-overview/

  Note that we do NOT accept Ph.D./M.Sc. applications via email. All applications must be completed online with all the required documents.

  For Ph.D. applicants from China and Hong Kong, we have the prestigious Fung scholarship:

  https://crypto.ku.edu.tr/fung_phd_scholarship_for_china_hong_kong

• For summer internship opportunities (at both undergraduate and graduate level), visit

  http://kusrp.ku.edu.tr

• For postdoctoral researcher positions, contact Asst. Prof. Alptekin Küpçü directly, including full CV, sample publications, a research proposal, and 3 reference letters sent directly by the referees.

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

Late applications will be accepted, though early applications will be given precedence.

Closing date for applications: 12 June 2016

Contact: gsse (at) ku.edu.tr

https://gsse.ku.edu.tr/phd-computer-science-and-engineering

More information: https://gsse.ku.edu.tr/en/academics/computer-science-and-engineering/program-overview/

Applications are open for a PhD position in the field of privacy enhancing technologies with the Security Group of IMDEA Software Institute (http://software.imdea.org/). The successful applicant can start from April 2016.

Candidates should either have graduated in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics or a related MSc course. A good engineering mathematics background and a strong interest in Security and Privacy is necessary. Inquisitiveness, commitment, and a critical attitude is expected. The working language at the institute is English, and candidates can be of any nationality.

The successful applicant will work under the supervision of Dr. Carmela Troncoso on the design and evaluation of privacy-preserving systems. The project will tackle the definition of privacy metrics, the development of techniques to compute them and their integration in the design and engineering of privacy enhancing technologies.

The IMDEA Software Institute is based in Madrid, Spain. The typical duration of a PhD grant at the IMDEA Software Institute is between 3 and 5 years and salaries are internationally competitive, including attractive conditions such as access to an excellent public healthcare system.

Applicants interested in the position should send an email to Carmela Troncoso and submit the application documents at https://careers.imdea.org/software/. Review of applications starts immediately until the position is filled. The application requires:

• Curriculum Vitae
• Motivation letter describing at least one research question you would like to work on
• Names (and e-mail) of 3 persons that can provide references about you and your work

For any question send Carmela Troncoso an email

Closing date for applications: 31 July 2016

Contact: Informal enquiries can be sent to Carmela Troncoso at carmela.troncoso AT imdea.org

More information: https://software.imdea.org/~carmela.troncoso/openpositions.html

The Dept. of Computer Science at University College London welcomes applications for a postdoctoral researcher in cryptography position. The post is under the supervision of Prof. Jens Groth with a flexible starting date and an initial duration until September 2017. Candidates must have (or be about to receive) a PhD.

University College London is one of Europe\'s highest ranked universities. The department is ranked as the best in computer science in the UK and recognized by the EPSRC and GCHQ as an Academic Centre of Excellence in Cyber Security Research. We are located at UCL\'s main campus in the centre of London.

Closing date for applications: 8 April 2016

Contact: Informal enquiries can be sent to Jens Groth at j.groth AT ucl.ac.uk

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

Cryptography, Security & Privacy Research Group at Koç University has multiple openings at every level. All accepted applicants will receive competitive scholarships including tuition waiver, housing, monthly stipend, computer, travel support, etc.

• For more information about our group and projects, visit https://crypto.ku.edu.tr
• For applying online, and questions about the application-process for M.Sc. and Ph.D. positions, visit https://gsse.ku.edu.tr/phd-computer-science-and-engineering
  
  Note that we do NOT accept Ph.D./M.Sc. applications via email. All applications must be completed online with all the required documents.
  
  For applicants from China and Hong Kong, we have the prestigious Fung scholarship https://crypto.ku.edu.tr/fung_phd_scholarship_for_china_hong_kong
• For summer internship opportunities (at both undergraduate and graduate level), visit http://kusrp.ku.edu.tr
• For postdoctoral researcher positions, contact Asst. Prof. Alptekin Küpçü direcly, including full CV, sample publications, and a research proposal. http://home.ku.edu.tr/~akupcu

Late applications will be accepted, though early applications will be given precedence.

Closing date for applications: 1 June 2016

Contact: gsse (at) ku.edu.tr
https://gsse.ku.edu.tr/phd-computer-science-and-engineering

More information: https://gsse.ku.edu.tr/phd-computer-science-and-engineering

The Physical Analysis and Cryptographic Engineering (PACE), Temasek Laboratories @ Nanyang Technological University, Singapore invites strong applications from highly motivated to fulfill research scientist position, in the area of hardware security. Candidates should 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 R&D (publications in international journals and conferences.)

The candidate will perform the research on hardware design/analysis of cryptosystems in FPGA/ASIC/Microcontrollers, with prime focus on PKC/PQC. The underlying work will involve design, analysis and lab. testing in equal parts.

The initial contract will be one year with strong possibilities of further extensions. Supported by government research fundings, we concentrate on cutting-edge research, candidates are expected to have good publication record, especially those with conferences/workshops of IACR. Besides an active group to work with, we also offer globally competitive salaries, including basic monthly salary and performance-based bonus, besides other allowances.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interview.

Contact: Shivam Bhasin, Co Principal Investigator. Email: sbhasin (at) ntu.edu.sg

Closing date for applications: 30 June 2016