Project Title: An advanced network manipulation method to (re)establish Peer-to-Peer botnet overlays within isolated Internet emulation testbeds

Applicant’s Criteria:

• Curiosity-driven researchers/tinkerers
• Independent/self-motivated personality
• Strong foundation in computer networking (required)
• Knowledge/experience/interest in (at least one):
  • Cybersecurity
  • Malware/Botnets
  • Cloud Computing/OpenStack

If you satisfy the criteria above, you could be the candidate we are looking for right now! Go ahead and send in your application.

Requirements:

• Mandatory enrolment into a full-time MSc (Research Mode) programme @ National Advanced IPv6 Centre, Universiti Sains Malaysia
• Fulfillment of the USM general admission requirements
• An academic degree in the field of Computer Science/Computer Engineering/Information Technology or equivalent
• Foreign students are also welcomed to apply for this position

Funding Details:

• Monthly stipend of RM 1,100 for 24 months
• Funding begins from September 2021 - August 2023

What can we offer you:

• A great university experience in an island (Penang) north of Malaysia
• A close research supervision to guide you throughout your postgraduate journey
• A fun working environment with local and international colleagues (other postgraduate students) that often closely work together (within our research group)
• Close international collaboration (and travel) opportunities with our collaborators in Germany

How to Apply:

• Drop me an email (kshankar[@]usm[.]my) ASAP with “[STG-2021]” appended to the subject
• Attach your CV and a research statement