SecReSy4You - Young researcher network for security and resilience of critical cyber-physical systems

Position: Research appointment (pre-doc) Institute: Uni. Padua
Posted on: 26/03/2026 Deadline: 27/04/2026

Scientific-Disciplinary Group

01/INFO-01 - Informatics

Description

This PhD project is part of the MSCA Doctoral Network "SecReSy4You," focusing on the security and resilience of critical cyber-physical systems (CPS). The core objective is to develop advanced contextual-based intrusion and anomaly detection algorithms to mitigate insider threats within collaborative perception frameworks. Research activities include testing the resiliency of these solutions against stealthy sensor-based attacks designed to manipulate system perception. The doctoral candidate will engage in interdisciplinary research, modeling threat actors, and developing AI-based monitoring tools. Responsibilities include publishing in top-tier journals/conferences and performing transnational academic or industrial secondments across Europe. The position offers a highly international environment and a joint training program with leading research institutions.

Number of positions

1

Maximum duration

36.0

Funding body

Università degli Studi di Padova

Selection process

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• Excellent degree (Master of Science or equivalent) in Computer Science, Electricaland Computer Engineering, Cybersecurity, or any other relevant field.• Strong background in cybersecurity.• High proficiency in programming (C, C++, Python, ROS, or Matlab).• High proficiency in English, both written and spoken.• Knowledge in control theory will be considered an advantage.