Undergraduate Research Assistant (URA) Cybersecurity - Dr. Ranganathan

University of North Dakota • Grand Forks, ND

8d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a part-time, non-benefited position for University of North Dakota (UND) students to assist with cybersecurity research and laboratory experiments. The role involves developing and testing cyber defenses, performing vulnerability analysis, supporting cyber threat modeling, and assisting with AI/ML model development for cybersecurity applications. The position also includes programming, data collection, analysis, visualization, and technical documentation.

Requirements

• Must be a current UND student.
• Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check.
• Must verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Interest in hands-on cybersecurity research.

Nice To Haves

• Programming experience in Python, C/C++, or related languages.
• Experience or interest in cybersecurity, networking, Linux, AI/ML, penetration testing, or embedded/OT systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist with cybersecurity research and laboratory experiments.
• Develop and test cyber defenses against adversarial threats.
• Perform vulnerability analysis and authorized penetration testing in research/testbed environments.
• Support cyber threat modeling, attack/defense simulations, and security analysis.
• Assist with AI/ML model development, training, testing, and evaluation for cybersecurity applications.
• Support programming, data collection, analysis, and visualization.
• Assist with technical documentation, research reports, presentations, and publications.
• Work with faculty, graduate students, and other researchers on C2SR projects.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed