Cybersecurity (CYMB) Affiliate Instructor

Metropolitan State University of Denver•Denver, CO

6d•$1,264 - $1,482•Onsite

About The Position

This posting is for an applicant pool for affiliate faculty in the Cybersecurity (CYMB) program within the Department of Computer Sciences at Metropolitan State University (MSU Denver). These are temporary, part-time, non-tenure track academic positions that vary from semester to semester based on program needs. MSU Denver is a diverse university serving over 16,000 students, with a strong commitment to equity and inclusion, designated as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and the only Seal of Excelencia certified institution in Colorado. The Department of Computer Sciences is dynamic and innovative, offering BS degrees in Computer Science and Data Science and Machine Learning, as well as interdisciplinary programs in Cybersecurity. The affiliate instructor will teach graduate-level courses, develop and update curriculum, and engage in collaborative teaching. Duties include delivering course content, preparing materials, grading, providing feedback, addressing student questions, and offering academic support. Adaptability to new instruction modes and sensitivity to a diverse student population are encouraged.

Requirements

Doctorate in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Computer Information Systems, Cybersecurity, or related field preferred.
Alternatively, a master's degree in the above fields combined with minimum three years of industry experience in cybersecurity
Demonstrated ability in education, technical skills, creative problem-solving, teamwork, and implementing cybersecurity solutions
Excellent communication skills
Familiarity with national cybersecurity educational frameworks
Candidates need to be sensitive to the educational needs of a diverse student population.
Qualified candidates will be expected to teach in person/on campus upon hire.

Nice To Haves

Industry and higher education teaching experience
Relevant cybersecurity certifications

Responsibilities

Teach graduate-level courses in cybersecurity
Develop and update curriculum to reflect cutting-edge industry practices
Engage in collaborative teaching and learning experiences
Deliver course content to students
Prepare course materials and lesson plans
Grade student work
Provide students with robust feedback in a timely manner
Address student questions consistent with university, college/school, and department policies
Provide online or in person academic support to students as needed and appropriate for the teaching assignment
Provide instruction in assigned classes consistent with the content and learning objectives of the regular course syllabus and, if required, with department course coordination policies
Comply with university-wide student evaluation of instruction policies and peer observation policies