Assistant Professor, Cybersecurity

Lindenwood University•Jasper, IN

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The College of Science, Technology, and Health at Lindenwood University invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Cybersecurity. Qualified applicants will possess a terminal degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field. The successful candidate will be expected to teach 4 courses (12 credit hours) each semester on topics related to their area of expertise. Preference will be given to candidates with experience teaching online. All Lindenwood faculty members are expected to advise and mentor students, continue to develop their expertise through research and scholarship, and participate in faculty governance and campus life. The Assistant Professor of Cybersecurity is a full-time, 9-month faculty position that will begin August 2026. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. We welcome applications from candidates with a terminal degree who have industry experience in Cybersecurity as well as an interest in teaching. The Assistant Professor, Cybersecurity is responsible for assisting with setting goals and direction for the program as well as mentoring relevant adjunct faculty. Preference will be given to candidates with a record of teaching and service excellence, a demonstrated ability to teach a wide range of courses, and interest in providing leadership in the Cybersecurity program.

Requirements

Qualified applicants will possess a terminal degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience will be considered.
Ability to verbalize understanding of complex problems or situations, ask relevant questions for clarifications and explain concepts clearly to others.
Well-developed written communication skills.
Ability to communicate diplomatically, clearly, and effectively with students and co-workers verbally, in-person, and by telephone using the English language.
Ability to present materials effectively to individual students or groups.
Ability to manage interpersonal conflict situations requiring tact, diplomacy, and discretion.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
Ability to organize and express ideas, directions, and data in a logical sequence to describe a process or explain procedures, such as how to perform a task; and ability to deal with abstract and concrete variables.
Ability to use current technology to enhance effectiveness including but not limited to computers, computer-assisted instruction programs, and audio-visual equipment; willing to learn and apply any other new technology necessary to enhance learning.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Canvas (LMS), CAMS (SIS), and Workday (EIS); and ability to use phones, fax machines, printers, scanners and copiers.
Stamina to teach classes as required
Ability to stand or sit for extended time periods
Ability to meet on-campus requirement for classes and duties that are designated as such

Nice To Haves

Preference will be given to candidates with experience teaching online.
We welcome applications from candidates with a terminal degree who have industry experience in Cybersecurity as well as an interest in teaching.
Preference will be given to candidates with a record of teaching and service excellence, a demonstrated ability to teach a wide range of courses, and interest in providing leadership in the Cybersecurity program.

Responsibilities

Teach 4 courses (12 credit hours) each semester on topics related to their area of expertise.
Advise and mentor students.
Continue to develop their expertise through research and scholarship.
Participate in faculty governance and campus life.
Assist with setting goals and direction for the program.
Mentor relevant adjunct faculty.

Benefits

Upon hire, employer-paid tuition benefits for bachelor’s (employee, spouse, and dependent) and master’s degree programs (employee and spouse only).
Tuition discounts for doctoral programs (employee only).
Comprehensive benefits plan: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, and retirement options.
Paid holidays: MLK Jr. day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving break (Wednesday – Friday), and winter break (Dec. 23 – Jan. 1).
Free lunch Fridays: LU employees are eligible for a free meal on Fridays at the Evans Commons Dining Hall or Spellman Dining Hall; Chick-fil-A and Qdoba included.
Professional development opportunities through the Lindenwood Learning Academy.

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