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RESEARCHER IN POST-QUANTUM SECURE DISTRIBUTED SYSTEMS AND DLT SECURITY (m/f) in Luxembourg

নিয়োগকর্তা: Luxembourg Institute of Science and Technology - LIST
স্থান: Luxembourg
পদসংখ্যা: 1
জমা দেওয়া হয়েছে: 2026-11-03

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Fixed term contract | Belval | 24 MonthsAre you passionate about research? So are we! Come and join us The Luxembourg Institute of Science and Technology (LIST) is a leading Research and Technology Organisation (RTO) that drives innovation for the economy and society in Luxembourg and beyond. With cutting-edge expertise in Natural, Built, Industrial environments, Space, AI, Security and defence technologies. LIST bridges scientific excellence and applied research to design solutions that address real-world challenges and create positive impact. Do you want to know more about LIST? Check our website: https://www.list.lu/ How will you contribute?You will contribute to the DEPCON-C2 and DLT-Sentinel projects by designing, implementing and validating post-quantum-secure and distributed security solutions. You will be mainly in charge of:• Designing post-quantum and hybrid cryptographic architectures and crypto-agile migration mechanisms.• Developing secure identity, key-management and communication mechanisms for distributed systems.• Implementing DLT-based solutions for tamper-evident storage, trusted logging, provenance and auditability.• Defining threat models, security requirements, trust assumptions and attack scenarios.• Integrating and testing security components within the project prototypes.• Evaluating security, robustness, latency, throughput and resource consumption under realistic network conditions.• Contributing to technical deliverables, demonstrations, scientific publications and technology transfer.• Collaborating with LIST researchers and other project stakeholders. Is Your profile described below? Are you our future colleague? Apply now!Education• PhD in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Cryptography, Distributed Systems, Software Engineering, Telecommunications, or a closely related field. Experience• At least 2 years of relevant research or R&D experience in one or several of the following areas: cybersecurity, applied cryptography, blockchain/DLT or secure distributed systems.• Ability to conduct independent research, develop working prototypes and produce high-quality technical deliverables and scientific publications.• Experience in one or several of the following areas: crypto-agility, post-quantum and hybrid cryptography, digital signatures, key exchange or secure key management.• Experience in one or several of the following areas: threat modelling, security analysis, vulnerability assessment and security testing, tamper-evident storage, trusted logging, provenance or auditability, smart contracts• Experience in one or several of the following areas would be an advantage: secure command-and-control systems, constrained networks, interoperability, defence-related R&D Knowledge• Required knowledge: networking and secure communication protocols, including TCP/IP, network security, distributed communication and operation under constrained or degraded network conditions.• Required knowledge: security architectures, identity and access management, data protection principles, and secure software development practices. Programming• Required programming skills: Python and Node.js• Experience with one or several of the following programming languages would be an advantage: C/C++, Rust and Go.• Required knowledge: Linux, Git, container technologies, automated testing and CI/CD Soft skills• Strong analytical, communication and teamwork skills.• Ability to work independently and take initiative.• Good teamwork and collaboration skills in multidisciplinary and international environments.• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly.• Strong technical writing and presentation skills.• Organisational skills and ability to manage priorities and deadlines.• Commitment to research quality, confidentiality and responsible innovation. Language skills• Fluency in English oral and written. French would be an asset. Your LIST benefits• An organization with a passion for impact and strong RDI partnerships in Luxemb