Red Hat Linux System Administration, Department of Cybersecurity - Adjunct Faculty

University of Maryland Global Campus • San Diego, CA

8d • $806 - $1,645 • Onsite

About The Position

University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC) seeks adjunct faculty to teach at San Diego, CA, in the School of Cybersecurity & Information Technology. Specifically, we are seeking faculty for the following course(s): Introduction to Linux (CMIT 291): A study of the Linux operating system. The goal is to configure and manage processes, user interfaces, device files, print facilities, file systems, task automation, the boot-up/shutdown sequence, disk storage, network connectivity, system security, and users and groups. Red Hat Linux System Administration I (CMIT 388): Development of the key foundational skills needed by an RHCSA-certified Red Hat Enterprise Linux system administrator. Focus is on the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to become a Linux systems expert or Linux system administrator. Discussion covers advanced command line concepts and enterprise-level tools intended for cybersecurity professionals who need to perform essential Linux administration tasks including installation, configuring networking connectivity, managing physical storage, automation/programmability, and performing security administration tasks.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Cybersecurity or related field from an accredited institution of higher learning
• ACTIVE and CURRENT CERTIFICATE in Linux
• Professional experience in Computer Networking and Security
• Experience teaching adult learners online and in higher education is strongly preferred
• This position is specifically to teach onsite in San Diego, CA.

Nice To Haves

• ACTIVE and CURRENT CERTIFICATE in CCNA, Cisco, or CEH.

Responsibilities

• Actively engage students through frequent interaction that motivates them to succeed and conveys a genuine energy and enthusiasm for their learning.
• Guide students in active collaboration and the application of their learning in problem- and project-based learning demonstrations.
• Provide rich and regular constructive feedback, utilizing rubrics effectively for the assessment of student work, and acknowledging student accomplishments.
• Demonstrate relevant and current subject-matter expertise, and help students connect concepts across their academic program.
• Provide feedback to your program chair on possible curricular improvements.

Benefits

• Health Coverage: Access to health care, medical with vision, dental, and prescription plans for both individuals and families, effective from the 1st of the month following your hire date. NOTE: Adjuncts are not eligible for the State of Maryland subsidized rates. Adjuncts would be responsible for the total cost if enrolled.
• Insurance Options: Term Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance.
• Supplemental Retirement Plans: include 401(k), 403(b), 457(b), and various Roth options. The university does not provide matching funds.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level