PhD Position in Applied Cybersecurity and Privacy at New York University Abu Dhabi
New York University Abu Dhabi is inviting applications for a fully funded PhD position in applied cybersecurity and privacy research, supervised by Assistant Professor Sandra Siby. This opportunity is ideal for students interested in high-impact research at the intersection of computer engineering, security, and privacy. The program is part of the unified doctorate offered by NYU Tandon School of Engineering and Courant Institute, providing a unique experience across both Abu Dhabi and New York campuses.
PhD students will receive the Global PhD Student Fellowship, which covers all tuition and fees, generous assistantships, and stipends for housing and travel. The first year is spent in New York completing course requirements, followed by research in Abu Dhabi for the remainder of the program. Graduates receive an American-university degree with post-PhD career options in both the UAE and the US.
Applicants should hold a Master's degree (unless a strong undergraduate at NYU), be curious and motivated to pursue applied research in cybersecurity and privacy, and possess excellent communication and teamwork skills. Prior experience in the lab's research areas is not required, but evidence of interest and hard work (such as projects, papers, internships, or academic achievements) is valued. Good programming and debugging skills are useful for the position.
To apply, candidates must submit their application via the NYU admissions portal before December 12, 2025, selecting NYU Abu Dhabi as their campus and indicating Sandra Siby as their preferred supervisor. After submitting the application, candidates should also email Sandra Siby. For more details, visit the provided links.
Keywords: Cybersecurity, Privacy, Applied Security, Computer Engineering, Programming, Debugging, PhD Fellowship, NYU Abu Dhabi, NYU Tandon, Courant Institute.
