Graduate Student Research Assistant in Computer Science/Cybersecurity

Position Details

Position Information Job Title Graduate Student Research Assistant in Computer Science/Cybersecurity Position Type Student Division Academic Affairs Department Computer Science Job Description Angelo State University’s Department of Computer Science is seeking highly motivated graduate students majoring in Computer Science or Cybersecurity to join a research and development team working on a U.S. Department of Defense-funded project in cybersecurity and artificial intelligence.


This opportunity is part of through Texas Tech University, aimed at enhancing cybersecurity research and workforce development.

The selected students will work closely with faculty and collaborators from TTU and UTSA to develop innovative solutions for national defense challenges, particularly in West Texas.

Responsibilities:

Contribute to R&D in areas such as:
AI-driven threat detection
Knowledge graph-based cyber threat intelligence
Explainable AI for critical infrastructure systems

Participate in software development, data analysis, and system prototyping

Present findings in reports, posters, papers, or conferences

Optionally intern at Army Research Lab facilities as part of the program

Benefits:

Hands-on experience with a federally funded research project

Mentorship from ASU faculty with expertise in cybersecurity and AI

Internship opportunities at Army Research Laboratory facilities

Contribution to real-world DoD cybersecurity solutions

For more information contact:

Dr. Erdoğan Doğdu
Chair, Department of Computer Science
erdogan.dogdu@angelo.edu
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Dr. Roya Choupani
Assoc.

Prof., Department of Computer Science
roya.choupani@angelo.edu
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Dr. Sundar Krishnan
Asst.

Prof., Department of Computer Science
Sundar.krishnan@angelo.edu--8

Required Qualifications

U.S. citizenship required in accordance with federal contract requirements

Regular admission into an ASU graduate degree or certification program is required.

All graduate students who are awarded assistantships must be enrolled in graduate coursework during the terms of their appointments.

Enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate Computer Science or Cybersecurity program

Knowledge of Python and SQL

Strong interest in cybersecurity and AI research

Excellent problem-solving and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

Coursework or experience in Cybersecurity, Data Science, AI, or Machine Learning

Familiarity with cybersecurity tools or knowledge graph technologies

Physical Demands Salary $-$/hour, commensurate with experience EEO Statement All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.


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