PhD Fellow: Maritime Cyber Risk & Operations

Norges teknisk-naturvitenskapelige universitet (NTNU); Ålesund; On-site; NOK 522,000 - 638,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentor programme

Pension (SPK)

Language training

Career guidance

Open environment

Job summary

NTNU's Department of Information Security and Communication Technology in Ålesund invites applications for a PhD research fellow focused on cyber risk management in maritime operational systems. The position combines doctoral studies with research activity aimed at advancing knowledge and practice in cybersecurity, resilience and human–machine interaction.

The successful candidate will develop interdisciplinary expertise, collaborate with industry and public-sector partners, and contribute to

Qualifications

• Master's degree with a major independent project (≥30 ECTS) is required.
• Excellent presentation skills in English (C1-C2).
• Eligible for security clearance at CONFIDENTIAL or higher.

Responsibilities

• Complete doctoral education and obtain a doctorate.
• Carry out high-quality research within the project scope.
• Publish academically and communicate findings publicly.
• Collaborate with maritime stakeholders and CISAR group.
• Participate in international conferences and research stays.

Skills

English proficiency

Interdisciplinary research

Education

Master's degree with major independent project (≥30 ECTS) in cybersecurity or related field

Job description

NTNU's Department of Information Security and Communication Technology in Ålesund invites applications for a PhD research fellow focused on cyber risk management in maritime operational systems. The position combines doctoral studies with research activity aimed at advancing knowledge and practice in cybersecurity, resilience and human–machine interaction.

The successful candidate will develop interdisciplinary expertise, collaborate with industry and public-sector partners, and contribute to