Assistant Professor In AI-based Cybersecurity Automation

Introduction

Are you inspired by tackling emerging cybersecurity threats Are you fascinated by how AI can transform the way we detect prevent and understand attacks If so you may be our next Assistant Professor in AIbased Cybersecurity Automation. Join us in advancing the next generation of intelligent security solutions that protect digital infrastructures worldwide. This vacancy is part of the Irène Curie Fellowship and is currently only open to female candidates.

The Security Cluster of the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science at Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e) invites you to apply for the position of Assistant Professor in AI-based Cybersecurity Automation. We are seeking a highly motivated researcher to advance research on cybersecurity automation through artificial intelligence applications with an emphasis on applications such as threat detection threat intelligence intrusion prevention privacy-preserving technologies offensive applications and/or other emerging security challenges.

Do you combine deep cybersecurity expertise with modern AI techniques such as machine learning deep learning or large language models Then we strongly encourage you to apply. You will join an established team with 25members between scientific staff PhD students Postdocs and scientific developers. You will also have access to the extensive industry network of the cluster and real-world data on threat intelligence and attack telemetry from our in-house professional Security Operation Center ESH-SOC and CTILab the threat intel laboratory we are building at JADS the Jheronimus Academy of Data Science in Den Bosch (close to Eindhoven).

Job Description

Modern digital infrastructures are increasingly complex interconnected and exposed to sophisticated cyber-attacks. Defenders must detect understand and respond to threats in dynamic and adversarial environments often under severe time and information constraints. Artificial Intelligence is becoming a key enabler in this context supporting scalable threat detection security monitoring and decision-making as well as supporting offensive operations. The Security Cluster views this position as an opportunity to address these challenges by combining novel AIdriven capabilities with the strong scientific and technical expertise already present within the team. You will join the Security cluster (SEC) of the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science at TU/e. The mission of the cluster is to realize a more secure and privacy-preserving digital infrastructure by addressing cybersecurity end-to-end including human and technological aspects of offender and defender capabilities and operations and the engineering deployment operation and maintenance of ICT systems. Your research will complement and extend our current scientific and technical expertise on system security incident detection and response and security operations.

A distinctive aspect of the position is the strong connection between research education and practice. You will contribute to the Cybersecurity Master trackand collaborate with colleagues working closely with the Eindhoven Security Hub-SOC a professional Security Operations Center run by the cluster where cutting-edge research meets real-world security operations generating real-world data on threat intelligence attack telemetry and defender actions. You may also leverage the Security clusters IoT lab to support experimental research and hands-on education the research and education expertise available at the Jheronimus Academy of Data Science (JADS) in Den Bosch and CTILab the threat intelligence lab and expertise center SEC is currently building at JADS in close collaboration with ESH-SOC.

In this role you will develop an independent research agenda acquire external funding and collaborate with academic and industrial partners. You will teach and supervise students at Bachelor and Master levels and contribute to an inclusive and collaborative academic environment. Your work will have clear societal impact by helping protect organizations infrastructures and individuals against evolving cyber threats.

In this role you will contribute to the ambition of the Beethoven program to educate top talent and strengthen research across the fields of Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics (STEM).

Job Requirements

• Motivated researcher with a PhD in Computer Science or a comparable domain.
• Ability to conduct high-quality academic research reflected in demonstratable outputs in the security field.
• Motivated to teach contribute to teaching processes and develop excellent teaching skills.
• Strong cooperation skills and ability to work in an interdisciplinary team.
• Effective communication and leadership skills including coaching and mentoring of students and staff leading a project or chairing a group.
• Excellent (written and verbal) proficiency in English.

Conditions of Employment

A meaningful job in a dynamic and ambitious university in an interdisciplinary setting and within an international network. You will work on a beautiful green campus within walking distance of the central train addition we offer you:

• Salary in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities. For an Assistant Professor this is (scale 11) min. 4.728- max. 6.433- gross per month (on a full-time basis).
• A year-end bonus of 8.3% and annual vacation pay of 8%.
• A dedicated mentoring program to help you get to know the university and the Dutch (research) environment.
• A Development Track with the prospect of becoming an Associate Professor. If you have a more senior profile a tailor-made career proposal will be considered.
• High-quality training programs for academic leadership and teaching.
• An excellent technical infrastructure on-campus childrens day care and sports facilities.
• Unlimited access to the modern oncampus TU/e Student Sports Center at an exceptionally affordable rate for you and if applicable your partner.
• Partially paid parental leave and an allowance for commuting working from home and internet costs.
• A Staff Immigration Team is available for international candidates as are a tax compensation scheme (the 30% facility) and partner career support.

On our websiteyou can discover even more information aboutourconditions of employment.Build onyour career at TU/e!

About us

We are a leading international university where scientific curiosity meets a hands-on mindset. We work in an open and collaborative way with high-tech industries to tackle complex societal challenges. Our responsible and respectful approach ensures impact today and in the future. TU/e is home to over 13000 students and more than 7000 staff forming a diverse and vibrant academic community.

Our university is located in Brainport Eindhoven a worldleading tech region with more than 7000 hightech companies and strong R&D activity. Known for breakthroughs in AI photonics semiconductors and advanced manufacturing Brainport is a place where technology serves people and society. Learn more about the Brainport region here.

We believe that diversity broadens our research scope and enhances the quality of our education. OurIrène Curie Fellowshipaims to advance talented female researchersin order tothrive and be successful in top positions in sciencecontributing to the societal goal of promoting equal program addresses the aspirations and needs of women in industryacademiaand research institutesin order tosupport their ambition to become a professor at our university.

Information

Do you recognize yourself in this profile and would you like to know more Please contact the hiring manager Nicola Zannone Associate Professor

Visit our website for more information about the application process. You can also contact Annette van Kamp-Rustenburg Senior Recruiter or.

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Application

This vacancy is part of the Irène Curie Fellowship and is currently only open to female candidates. Male applicants will not be considered for the position.

We invite you to submit a complete application. The application should include a:

• Cover letter in which you describe your motivation and qualifications for the position.
• Curriculum vitae including a list of your publications and the contact information of three references. Kindly note that we may reach out to references at any stage of the recruitment process. We recommend notifying your references upon submitting your application.
• Description of your scientific interests and plans (1-2 pages).
• Statement of your teaching goals and experience (1-2 pages).

We look forward to receiving your application before May 19 2026.

Ensure that you submit all the requested application documents. Please note that incomplete applications may not be considered and could be rejected.

We look forward to receiving your application and will review it once the vacancy has closed.

Please note

• You can apply online. We will not process applications sent by email and/or post.
• A pre-employment screening (e.g. knowledge security check) can be part of the selection procedure. For more information on the knowledge security check please consult the National Knowledge Security Guidelines.
• Please do not contact us for unsolicited services.

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