Cybersecurity-Faculty Tenure Track

Clover Park Technical College•Lakewood, WA

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

Clover Park Technical College seeks an industry-engaged faculty member to serve as the primary instructor and academic anchor for the Bachelor of Applied Science in Cybersecurity program. The incumbent will teach governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) and defensive security, including foundational offensive security concepts, while mentoring students in professional development and career readiness. Students learn in hands-on lab environments through applied, project-based coursework that reflects current industry practice, including AI security content. The program serves a diverse student body that includes veterans and military-connected students from nearby Joint Base Lewis-McChord. This role leads continuous curriculum improvement aligned with employer needs, emerging cybersecurity trends, and hybrid program delivery. The position collaborates with Computer Programming and Mechatronics faculty to support interdisciplinary learning and industrial control systems (ICS) security education. Clover Park Technical College celebrates the many individuals that make up our community and embraces the opportunity to learn from our differences and similarities. CPTC values equity and respect. We seek to create an environment of innovation and excellence that focuses on student success, lifelong learning, and social responsibility. The salary range for this position is $103,123 to $108,317 - Pursuant to WA House Bill 2158, which includes the Computer Science Tenure Track Faculty program, may receive additional compensation. The rate is subject to change depending on industry salaries, and funding. Funding is appropriated through June 30, 2027. This position is represented by the Clover Park Federation of Teachers, Local 3913, AFT/ AFT Washington. This position will remain open until filled. Candidates who apply prior to August 26, 2026 will be given priority.

Requirements

Master's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a closely related field.
Three (3) or more years of recent (within the last five years) hands-on professional experience in governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) and/or defensive security operations, such as risk assessment using NIST CSF or RMF, audit and compliance support, security operations, incident detection and response, system hardening, or vulnerability management.
Military or government experience in cybersecurity, information assurance, cyber operations, intelligence, communications, or related technical fields qualifies.
Experience supporting diverse learners, mentoring, training, or teaching in academic, professional, or workplace settings.
Ability to develop and deliver instruction in a hybrid or online learning environment.
Experience with cloud security (AWS, Azure, or GCP environments).

Nice To Haves

Five (5) or more years of recent professional experience in GRC and/or defensive security.
Professional experience in offensive security, such as penetration testing or red teaming.
Knowledge of AI security, security automation, or emerging technology risk.
Knowledge of industrial control systems (ICS) or operational technology (OT) security.
Experience collaborating across disciplines such as programming, networking, or mechatronics.
Experience designing curriculum, training programs, or workforce-aligned learning experiences.

Responsibilities

Deliver instruction across governance, risk, and compliance (GRC), offensive security, and defensive security using applied, project-based learning.
Design, update, and continuously improve curriculum to align with industry standards, employer needs, and emerging cybersecurity trends.
Mentor students in professional development, career readiness, and ethical practice within the cybersecurity field.
Maintain and manage lab environments, tools, and instructional resources supporting cybersecurity and interdisciplinary learning.
Collaborate with Computer Programming and Mechatronics faculty to develop integrated learning experiences, including industrial control systems (ICS) security applications.
Foster a professional, inclusive, and supportive learning environment for students from diverse backgrounds and experience levels.
Maintain safe instructional environments through appropriate procedures, policies, and ongoing evaluation.
Maintain accurate student records, evaluate learning outcomes, and provide timely feedback.
Submit grades and required documentation in accordance with college policies.
Participate in program promotion, recruitment, and outreach activities.
Engage with the program advisory committee to align curriculum with workforce needs.
Participate in department, division, and college committees and initiatives.
Contribute to ongoing program assessment, planning, and improvement efforts.