Cross-layer Security Orchestration For 6g Iot And Autonomous Vehicle Networks

ScholarLink Inc.; Reading; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Reading seeks a PhD candidate to design a lightweight cross-layer security orchestration framework for 6G IoT and autonomous vehicle networks. You will explore SDN/NFV-based dynamic control, resource-aware security, and adaptive policy enforcement across device, network, and application layers.

The project emphasizes scalability, interoperability, and real-time enforcement with experimental validation on 5G/6G testbeds.

Qualifications

• Applicants should have a good bachelor’s degree (2:1) or master’s in Computer Science or related field.
• English language requirements for international applicants are met through pre-sessional courses if needed.

Responsibilities

• Design a lightweight cross-layer security orchestration framework.
• Validate the framework through experimental evaluation on 5G/6G testbeds.
• Publish findings and contribute to the University’s research outputs.

Skills

SDN/NFV control

Cross-layer security

Policy enforcement

Threat intelligence

IoT security

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Master’s degree in CS or related field

Job description

4. Cross-Layer Security Orchestration for 6G IoT and Autonomous Vehicle NetworksOpen Listed from findaphd.com# Cross-Layer Security Orchestration for 6G IoT and Autonomous Vehicle NetworksPh.D··Department of Computer Science·## About the Position6G networks introduce highly dynamic, software-defined infrastructures where IoT devices and autonomous vehicles interact across heterogeneous environments. Ensuring security across such systems requires cross-layer orchestration, spanning device, network, and application layers.This PhD will design a lightweight, cross-layer security orchestration framework integrating:· SDN/NFV-based dynamic control,· Resource-aware security mechanisms for constrained IoT devices,· Adaptive policy enforcement based on network conditions and threat intelligence.The project will address scalability, interoperability, and real-time enforcement challenges using experimental validation on 5G/6G testbeds.University of Reading:The University of Reading, located west of London, England, is ranked at 194 globally, according to the QS World University Rankings 2026. 98% of research at the University is of international standing (REF 2021, combining the University's world leading, internationally excellent and internationally recognised submissions). The University's main Whiteknights Campus is set in 130 hectares of beautiful, award-winning parkland, less than a 30-minute train ride to London Paddington and is approximately 30 miles from London Heathrow airport.During your PhD at the University of Reading, you will expand your research knowledge and skills, receiving supervision and training in a number of different forms. We also provide dedicated training in important transferable skills that will support your career aspirations. If you need to develop your academic English skills before you start your studies, then the University has an excellent International Study and Language Institute which can help with this.Eligibility:· Applicants should have a good bachelor's degree (minimum of a UK Upper Second (2:1) or equivalent)/master's degree in Computer science or a strongly-related discipline.· International applicants will also need to meet the University's English Language requirements. We offer pre-sessional English courses that can help with meeting these requirements.The University of Reading is committed to a policy of equal opportunities and non-discriminatory treatment for all members of its community.How to apply: Submit an application for a PhD in Computer Science via our online application system.Further information: PhD study in the Department of Computer ScienceEnquiries: Dr. Zahra Pooranian, email: [e-mail]## Build a Statement of PurposeGenerate a tailored SOP for Cross-Layer Security Orchestration for 6G IoT and Autonomous Vehicle Networks. A focused, well-structured draft you can edit.Location: University of Reading, United Kingdom