Research Assistant - Cellular Network Security (4G/5G)

Nanyang Technological University; Singapore; On-site; SGD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

NTU Singapore's College of Computing and Data Science is seeking a Research Assistant to conduct investigations into cellular network security, with emphasis on 4G/5G networks and core network systems. You will analyze architectures, protocols, and implementations to uncover vulnerabilities and design experiments to validate findings.

You will also develop experimental testbeds and security analysis tools while contributing to research publications and project deliverables, collaborating with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Good knowledge of computer networks and network security.
• Good programming and experimental research skills.
• Familiarity with cellular networks, including 4G/5G systems and core network architectures.
• Experience in network protocol analysis, system security, or security research.

Responsibilities

• The Research Assistant will conduct research on cellular network security, with a particular focus on 4G/5G mobile networks and core network systems.
• The candidate will analyse cellular network architectures, protocols, and implementations to identify potential security vulnerabilities.
• The candidate will design and conduct experiments to validate identified security issues and evaluate their practical impact.
• The role may also involve developing experimental testbeds, prototypes, and security analysis tools.
• The candidate will contribute to research publications, technical reports, presentations, and other project deliverables, and work closely with the PI and research team.

Skills

Networking knowledge

Programming skills

Research experience

Cellular networks familiarity

Security research

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/CE/EE

Tools

Network analysis tools

Experimentation tools

Job description

NTU Singapore's College of Computing and Data Science is seeking a Research Assistant to conduct investigations into cellular network security, with emphasis on 4G/5G networks and core network systems. You will analyze architectures, protocols, and implementations to uncover vulnerabilities and design experiments to validate findings.

You will also develop experimental testbeds and security analysis tools while contributing to research publications and project deliverables, collaborating with