Faculty of Computer Science
York University

Available PhD and MSc positions:

Applicants with interest in one or more of the following areas are encouraged to apply:

  • Network Attack Methods and Analysis
  • Network Traffic Analysis
  • Malware Detection and Characterization
  • Automated Attack and Penetration Prevention Solutions
  • Network Security Engineering
  • Threat Modeling and Technologies

  • Applicants are requested to include a CV, copy of transcripts, and relevant publications with their application and send it to ahabibil@yorku.ca with subject line “Application for -position- for -session- -year-”. For example, “Application for PhD for Winter 2023”.

    Requirements:
  • MSc or BSc in Computer Science or Engineering.
  • Strong programming skills in any language.
  • Excellent mathematical background, especially Linear Algebra.
  • Previous experience in applied domain is appreciated though it is not mandatory.
  • Experience working with machine learning or deep learning classifiers is expected.
  • Knowledge of neural networks.
  • Proficiency in data science operations.

  • Supervisor: Arash Habibi Lashkari at http://ahlashkari.com
    Researchers named among top researchers for Canada 150
    The cybersecurity Research and Academic Leadership award, Canada 2019
    The cybersecurity academic award, Canada 2017