Founded in 2010, the Center has vibrant research and educational components involving over 25 faculty members from several academic departments across campus, including five hired in the Department of Computer Science and the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering over the past three years. The University of Maryland is also home to ACES, the nation's first undergraduate honors program dedicated to cybersecurity. Candidates for the senior position are expected to be prominent researchers in the field of cybersecurity, defined broadly, with a strong publication and funding record. The new hire will have a joint appointment in the Department of Computer Science and the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering , as well as in the University of Maryland Institute for Advanced Computer Studies . The opening is for an appointment at the level of (tenured) Full  Professor or (tenured) Associate Professor, depending on the level of experience. The appointment can be effective as early as July 1, 2016.

Applications from women and other underrepresented groups are especially welcome.

Please apply online at https://ejobs.umd.edu (position number 121592). Applicants are strongly encouraged to submit their applications by January 31, 2016 .

The University of Maryland is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. Applications completed by January 31, 2016 will receive full consideration. The position will remain open until filled.