Summary:
The research group of Dr. Giancarlo Pellegrino at the CISPA Helmholtz Center for Information Security is seeking highly motivated PhD students and Postdocs. The successful candidates will join a dynamic team focusing on cutting-edge research in web security, automated program analysis, machine learning applications in security, and the security of immersive web applications.
PhD & Postdoc Opportunities in Security Research at CISPA, Giancarlo Pellegrino, Germany
Designation:
- PhD Student
- Postdoctoral Researcher
Research Area:
Research Area: Web security, automated program analysis, AI applications, and the security of immersive web environments.
- Web Security (vulnerability analysis, measurements, etc.)
- Automated Program Analysis Techniques (web application scanners, static program analysis, client/server-side code analysis, etc.)
- Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence for Program Analysis
- Security of Immersive Web Applications (metaverse security and privacy, WebXR, etc.)
Location:
CISPA Helmholtz Center for Information Security, Saarbrücken, Germany.
Eligibility/Qualification:
| Requirement | Description |
| Education | BSc/MSc degree/PhD in Computer Science, Information/Cyber Security, Mathematics, or a related field. |
| Language | English proficiency (Knowledge of German is not required). |
| Skills | Excellent programming skills. |
| Experience | (Topic-dependent) Proven background in web security, program analysis, and/or reinforcement learning/machine learning. |
Job Description:
You will be working in Dr. Pellegrino’s research group, conducting innovative research in one of the identified core interest areas. Your role will involve developing new techniques, analyzing vulnerabilities, or applying machine learning to solve complex security problems. Candidates are encouraged to review the group’s recent publications to align their interests with ongoing projects.
How to Apply:
Applications must be submitted via email directly to Dr. Giancarlo Pellegrino and must include the following documents in PDF format only (Microsoft Office documents will be discarded):
- Cover letter
- CV/Resume
- Most recent transcript of records (for PhD positions)
- Certificates
- Names, titles, and email addresses of your referees
Note: For an unconventional application process, you can attempt the CTF-style web security challenge hosted on the webpage. Uncovering the hidden submission instructions by capturing the flags is highly recommended.
Last Date for Apply:
Open until filled
