Security Researcher

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About this opportunity

Ericsson Research drives world-leading innovation to enable an intelligent, sustainable, and connected world. With a global presence across continents, Ericsson Research develops breakthrough technologies and system concepts that shape communication standards and future networks. Ericsson Research Turkey, newly established in Istanbul, focuses on Networks and Security.

What you will do

• As a Researcher in Security, you will develop cutting-edge security concepts for 5G, 6G, IoT, and beyond. Your work will strengthen trust in future systems across topics such as Zero-Touch Security Management, Trustworthy/Adversarial AI, physical layer security, and privacy-enhancing technologies.
• Conduct advanced research in network, platform, and service security.
• Develop new concepts in physical layer security, Zero-Touch Security, ML/AI system security, Trustworthy/Adversarial AI, and privacy-enhancing technologies.
• Design and implement secure solutions and development processes.
• Collaborate with leading universities, customers, and partners.
• Contribute to standardization (e.g., 3GPP, security fora).
• Publish research results, file patents, and deliver proof-of-concepts.
• Transfer research outcomes to Ericsson business and product units.

The skills you bring

• PhD, PhD candidate, or MSc (with relevant experience) in Electrical/Communication/Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, or AI.
• Strong knowledge of telecom systems and 6G enablers.
• Hands-on experience in security, cryptography, and AI/ML.
• Programming skills in Matlab, Python, C++, or Java; experience with NumPy, Scikit-learn.
• Proficiency in AI/ML frameworks (PyTorch, TensorFlow, Keras).
• Background in wireless communications, including physical layer security (preferred), MIMO, RIS, or signal processing.
• Excellent English communication skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and innovative mindset.