CP460A - Applied Cryptography (Fall 2026)

Wilfrid Laurier University • Waterloo, ON

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Algorithms and issues in applied cryptography. Topics include history of cryptography, block ciphers, stream ciphers, public-key encryption, digital signatures and key management. Also, discussions of current issues in information security.

Requirements

• Master’s degree
• Computer Science or related field
• Demonstrated expertise in the subject field
• Recent scholarly activity related to the course content
• CV
• Candidate Application Form (CAF)

Nice To Haves

• PhD would be an asset

Responsibilities

• Teach Applied Cryptography course
• Discuss history of cryptography, block ciphers, stream ciphers, public-key encryption, digital signatures and key management
• Discuss current issues in information security

Benefits

• Supplementary Remuneration for marking and grading allowance
• Coordination of large classes or multi-section courses

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level