Adjunct Instructor in Cybersecurity Governance, Risk, and Enterprise Security Strategy

Brandeis University•Waltham, MA

17d•Remote

About The Position

Brandeis University’s Online Information Technology Management Program is seeking an Adjunct Faculty member for RITM 120 Cybersecurity Governance, Risk, and Enterprise Security Strategy for the Fall-1 2026 session. This 3-credit asynchronous online course is an 8-week requirement for the Master of Science in Information Technology Management. This course will assist students in learning security governance frameworks, enterprise risk-management strategies, compliance structures, and architectural security practices. The course emphasizes resilience, policy development, and organizational security responsibilities.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Assurance, Information Systems, Computer Science, Risk Management, or a closely related field
Minimum 3 years of professional experience in cybersecurity governance, enterprise risk management, security strategy, or information assurance leadership
Demonstrated expertise in security governance frameworks and standards (e.g., NIST CSF, ISO/IEC 27001, COBIT, CIS Controls)
Experience in enterprise risk assessment, compliance program development, and security policy implementation
Minimum 1 year experience developing asynchronous online courses for adult learners in higher education
At least 1 year of teaching or training experience (preferably online/asynchronous)
Experience with online instruction
Excellent communication and teaching skills in an online learning environment.

Nice To Haves

Doctorate (PhD or DBA) in Cybersecurity, Information Systems, Risk Management, Public Policy (technology focus), or related field
5+ years of experience in cybersecurity leadership, governance strategy, or enterprise security architecture
Professional experience as a CISO, Director of Information Security, Security Architect, Governance/Risk/Compliance (GRC) Leader, or similar role
Industry certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CRISC, CISA, ISO 27001 Lead Implementer/Auditor, or equivalent
Prior online teaching experience at the graduate level
Knowledge of global learner personas and culturally responsive pedagogy
Familiarity with Moodle LMS and digital authoring tools (e.g., H5P)

Responsibilities

Organized and timely rollout of course content.
Maintaining consistent communication through weekly announcements.
Ensuring all instructional activities occur within university-approved digital platforms.
Building an active teaching persona by hosting live introductory sessions.
Facilitating weekly academic discourse in forums.
Maintaining regular availability for student consultation.
Providing transparent, rubric-based evaluations and supportive commentary on student work within a standardized weekly timeframe.
Adherence to university communication protocols.
Promotion of respectful online "netiquette".
Ensuring the course meets accessibility and technical visibility standards before and during the term.