College of IST Summer Cyber Security Lab undergraduate research assistant w/ Dr. Peng Liu

The Pennsylvania State University; University Park (PA, TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established university is seeking a part-time Cyber Security Research Assistant for its Cyber Security Lab. This role focuses on analyzing security vulnerabilities in housekeeping robotic systems, particularly those that utilize Large Language Models. The ideal candidate will have expertise in systems security and robotics, conducting simulation experiments, and writing technical reports. This position offers valuable experience in a collaborative academic environment, contributing to cutting-edge research in cybersecurity and robotics.

Qualifications

• Experience in analyzing security vulnerabilities in robotic systems.
• Proficient in conducting simulation experiments.

Responsibilities

• Analyze security vulnerabilities of housekeeping robotic systems.
• Conduct simulation experiments related to security.
• Write technical reports on findings.

Skills

Systems Security

Housekeeping Robotics

Large Language Models (LLMs)

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field

Job description

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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

The College/Unit of IST Cyber Security Lab is seeking applicants for part-time Cyber Security Research Assistant.

Job duties to include:

• Analyze the security vulnerabilities of housekeeping robotic systems

• Conduct simulation experiments.

• Write a technical report.

The College of IST Cyber Security Lab has a wage payroll position open. We are looking for a summer research assistant who has expertise in the intersection of systems security, housekeeping robots, and LLMs (Large Language Models). In particular, the researcher will work on analyzing the security vulnerabilities of housekeeping robotic systems. Since such robotic systems utilize LLMs, the researcher will pay close attention to analyzing the interactions between an LLM and the other components of such robotic systems. Accordingly, the researcher should have adequate experience in both systems security and housekeeping robotic systems.

This position involves part-time wage payroll employment. Working up to 40hours w/ Dr. Peng Liu starting May 11-August 8, 2025.

Compensation:

The starting rate for this job is $15.00

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