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One (1) Research Assistant (Job Order Employment)

Company : Mindanao State University – Iligan Institute of Technology
Date Posted : 2024-01-30

Institution: Mindanao State University – Iligan Institute of Technology
Deadline for Application: January 31, 2024; 12:00 NN
Project Title: Examining Cybersecurity Awareness and Attitude of Government Employees: Implications for Capacity Building in Cyber-Resiliency
Project Leader: Jerame B. Beloy
Duration: 11 months (February-December)
Salary: Php 15,208.80/month

QUALIFICATIONS/ DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Bachelor’s Degree 
  • Conducting literature reviews and background research to understand the latest techniques, trends, and strategies related to phishing attacks and mitigation.
  • Developing and designing phishing simulation exercises for testing and evaluating the effectiveness of security measures, including email filtering, anti-virus software, and training programs.
  • Creating simulated phishing emails and social engineering attacks, in coordination with project lead, that mimic real-world scenarios to assess the response of users and identify vulnerabilities in the system.
  • Managing data and collecting relevant metrics to evaluate the performance of the system and identify any patterns, trends or anomalies.
  • Collaborating with other team members to develop innovative strategies and tools for detecting and preventing phishing attacks.
  • Support in analyzing the results of simulated phishing attacks to identify weaknesses in the system and improve overall security.
  • Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of emerging trends and best practices in phishing attack simulations and mitigation.
  • Assist in the development and delivery of possible training programs to educate users on the latest phishing techniques and how to identify and avoid them.
  • Communicating with stakeholders, including IT teams, management, and end-users, to ensure they are aware of potential threats and have the knowledge and tools necessary to prevent attacks.
  • Assisting in the preparation of reports, papers, and other documentation to share research findings and recommendations with relevant stakeholders.
  • Managing project timelines and ensuring all tasks are completed on schedule.
  • Troubleshooting technical issues related to phishing simulations, and collaborating with IT teams to identify and address system-level vulnerabilities.

Interested and qualified applicants should signify their interest in writing. Please attach the  following documents to the application letter and send to the address below: 

    1. Resume/Curriculum Vitae;
    2. TOR/Evaluation of Grades;
    3. Photocopy of Valid ID of the person to hire, and; 
    4. Application Letter indicating the subject below:

Subject: Research Assistant for the project led by Prof. _____

 

QUALIFIED APPLICANTS are advised to hand in three (3) copies of their application to the Office of Research Management, OVCRE and address it to:

 

ALIZEDNEY M. DITUCALAN 
Chancellor 
èßäAV- Iligan Institute of Technology 

Through:

PROF. EPHRIME B. METILLO. PhD
Vice Chancellor for Research and Enterprise

PROF. ARNOLD C. ALGUNO, DSc
Director, Office of Research Management

             

APPLICATIONS WITH INCOMPLETE DOCUMENTS SHALL NOT BE ENTERTAINED. NOTE: For Applicants who will hand in or send their applications through courier, PLEASE COMPILE THE  COMPLETE DOCUMENTS IN LONG WHITE FOLDER WITH PAPER FASTENER

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