PhD Positions in Cybersecurity for Cyber-Physical Systems at Indiana University (Computer Science, Fall 2026) Indiana University Bloomington in United States

Prof. Hyungsub Kim's lab in the Department of Computer Science at Indiana University Bloomington is recruiting multiple PhD students for Fall 2026. The lab specializes in cybersecurity for cyber-physical systems (CPS), including autonomous vehicles, drones, and satellites. Research topics include physical sensor attack modeling and simulation, vulnerability analysis for open-source software and hardware, automated vulnerability detection and patching techniques, program analysis and formal methods, and security analysis for machine-learning models.

Applicants should hold a bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Computer Science, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Aerospace, Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related discipline. Strong programming skills in C/C++ and a solid understanding of operating systems and algorithms are required. Good English communication skills and eligibility for graduate admission at Indiana University are necessary.

Funded PhD positions are available as Research Assistant (RA) or Teaching Assistant (TA), covering tuition, stipend, and health insurance. Students will collaborate closely with internationally recognized cybersecurity researchers and have opportunities for summer research internships at other universities.

To apply, candidates must complete a pre-application form and then submit their official PhD application via the Indiana University graduate admissions portal. The application deadline is December 28, 2025. For more information about the lab's research, visit the group webpage.

Key academic keywords: cybersecurity, cyber-physical systems, autonomous vehicles, drones, satellites, physical sensor attack modeling, vulnerability analysis, program analysis, formal methods, machine learning security.