Assistant Professor of Cybersecurity & A.I.

The California State University; San Diego, Northern (CA, KY); Hybride; USD 110 000 - 160 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

San Diego State University invites applications for a full-time tenure-track Assistant Professor position in AI security within the MIS department. The appointee will join the interdisciplinary Cybersecurity Research and Education Center (CCRE) and contribute to research in trustworthy AI, AI security governance, and AI/ML supply-chain security while teaching graduate and undergraduate courses.

The MIS Department offers MSCM and MSSCI degrees and emphasizes diverse backgrounds and externally

Qualifications

• Develop a vigorous and independent program of research in AI security and related areas.
• Teach graduate and/or undergraduate courses in MIS/CS and AI security.
• PhD with all degree requirements met by the start date.
• Strong publications record and potential for external funding.

Responsabilités

• Develop and sustain research in AI security, cybersecurity, and trustworthy AI.
• Collaborate with MIS faculty and interdisciplinary CCRE center researchers.
• Contribute to graduate and undergraduate teaching and mentoring.

Connaissances

Statistical machine learning

Large language models

Generative AI

Model protection

Adversarial ML

Agent security

Federated learning

Research leadership

Formation

Terminal PhD in Information Systems, CS or ECE, or related field

Description du poste

Assistant Professor of Cybersecurity & A.I.

Job no: 562107
Work type: Instructional Faculty – Tenured/Tenure-Track
Location: San Diego
Categories: Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Tenured/Tenure-Track, Full Time, Faculty - Computer Science, On-site (work in-person at business location)

Description

The San Diego State University (SDSU) invites applications for a full-time tenure-track position in AI Security at the rank of Assistant Professor with an expected start date of Fall 2027. The Assistant Professor will be a member of the interdisciplinary Cybersecurity Research and Education Center (CCRE; https://cyber.sdsu.edu), with an academic appointment in the Management Information Systems (MIS) department within the AACSB International-accredited Fowler College of Business.

SDSU is an R1 institution with a strategic initiative to develop world-leading research and education in cybersecurity and privacy. The CCRE is home to faculty conducting state-of-the-art research in critical infrastructure protection, cyber-physical systems, network security and privacy, and cybersecurity operations and management. The MIS Department has faculty expertise in information systems, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, data science, and supply chain management, and interdisciplinary initiatives with CCRE and the Silberrad Center for Artificial Intelligence. The MIS Department offers Master of Science in Cybersecurity Management (MSCM) and Master of Science in Supply Chain Innovation (MSSCI) degrees.

The center seeks candidates working in AI security to complement its existing research activity and curricula. Qualified applicants will have demonstrated expertise in trustworthy and secure AI, AI security governance and policy, AI privacy, and/or AI/ML supply-chain security. This search specifically emphasizes the security of AI systems rather than the application of AI techniques to conventional cybersecurity problems.

Qualifications

Required qualifications by date of application

A record of original research / scholarly accomplishments and demonstrated capacity to

Develop a vigorous and independent program of research and scholarship in AI security, cybersecurity, secure and trustworthy AI, or closely related areas.

Teach graduate and/or undergraduate courses;

Terminal PhD degree in Information Systems, Computer Science or Electrical or Computer Engineering, or a closely related field, with all degree requirements met.

Preferred qualifications:

Strong understanding of statistical machine learning, large language models, generative AI, model protection, adversarial machine learning, and agent security.

Experience in adversarial machine learning, agent security, federated learning, and model protection

Strong record of peer-reviewed publications, presentations, and/or funding

Preparation for teaching students from diverse backgrounds

Demonstrated potential to develop and sustain externally funded cybersecurity research, including support from U.S. government agencies, the Departments of Defense, Energy, and War, and military sponsors, subject to applicable sponsor eligibility requirements.

SDSU Values

At SDSU, our diversity gives us power and benefits every single member of our community. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, SDSU provides equal opportunity for all in education and employment. We encourage all members of our community to purposefully learn from one another through open and respectful dialogue and responsible engagement. We strongly preserve the right to free expression and encourage difficult conversations that help lead to improved individual and community learning and cohesion.

Equal Opportunity and Excellence in Education and Employment

All university programs and activities are open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, San Diego State University (SDSU) provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities. SDSU complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California’s Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU’s Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices.

SDSU is a diverse community of individuals who represent many perspectives, beliefs and identities, committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and intellectually vibrant environment. We cultivate a culture of open dialogue, mutual respect, and belonging to support educational excellence and student success. Through academic programs, student organizations and activities, faculty initiatives, and community partnerships, we encourage meaningful engagement with diverse perspectives. As a higher education institution, we are dedicated to advancing knowledge and empowering individuals to reach their full potential by prioritizing inclusive curriculum development, faculty and staff training, student mentorship, and comprehensive support programs. At SDSU, excellence is built on merit, talent, diversity, accessibility, and equal opportunity for all.

As part of its commitment to a safe and equitable “OneSDSU” community, SDSU requires that individuals seeking faculty employment provide at the time of application authorization to conduct background checks if they become a finalist for the position; applications without this authorization will be considered incomplete and not considered. A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed before any candidate can be offered a position with the CSU. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.

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