Adjunct Professor, Cybersecurity, BAT (Applicant Pool 2026-2027)

Collin College • Frisco, TX

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for preparing and delivering coursework in engaging, innovative, and discipline-appropriate ways, reflecting a commitment to the college’s core values, culturally responsive teaching, and knowledge of the teaching field. Faculty must meet professional standards in accordance with college policies and procedures.

Courses are taught according to the class schedule and approved course descriptions and syllabi established by Division faculty and administered by the associate dean/director. Assignments may be at one or more college campuses or off-site locations and may include evening and weekend programs. The college is not hiring for online instruction through this posting; online opportunities are posted separately based on instructional needs. Assignments may include Dual Credit courses.

This position is designated for in-person work at a Collin College campus or other location. Remote or telecommuting arrangements are not permitted except under narrow circumstances defined by law. The role is part-time and is an applicant pool for anticipated instructional needs and student enrollment. The position may remain open during the academic year; candidates selected for a future assignment may be contacted by the Associate Dean to arrange an interview.

The position is security sensitive and requires a criminal background check. For Dual Credit assignments, an additional fingerprint-based background check through the Texas Department of Public Safety is required by the assigned school district. Applicants must attach qualifying transcripts, and must attach required conferred transcripts, licenses, and certifications for their application to be considered complete.

Requirements

• Master of Science degree in Cybersecurity from an accredited institution.
• Academic preparation in the teaching field, including 18 semester hours in the discipline to be taught.
• Qualifying transcripts must be attached to the application; applications without appropriate transcripts will be deemed incomplete.

Nice To Haves

• Teaching experience is desired.
• Licenses and certifications are desired.
• Current industry certifications from security organizations are preferred, such as CISSP, GIAC certifications, GPEN, C|EH (M), OSCP or another vendor-agnostic penetration-testing security certification, CHFI, SSCP, CND or another vendor-agnostic defensive security certification such as Security+, CSA, CTIA, or CCSP from ISC2, the Cloud Security Alliance, or another vendor-agnostic cloud security certification.
• Security association membership and activities are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver coursework in engaging, innovative, and discipline-appropriate ways.
• Teach courses according to the class schedule and follow approved course descriptions and syllabi established by Division faculty and administered by the associate dean/director.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Perform duties and maintain standards in accordance with college policies, procedures, and core values.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level