Full-Time Cybersecurity Faculty

Ivy Tech Community College • Indianapolis, IN

5d • $57,000 - $62,500 • Onsite

About The Position

Ivy Tech is seeking a Full-Time Cybersecurity Faculty member to deliver high-quality instruction in cybersecurity and networking. This role involves engaging students, providing feedback, supporting student retention, and contributing to the college's mission and strategic plan. The faculty member will use effective pedagogy and technology, develop curriculum, maintain student records, and ensure a conducive learning environment. Responsibilities also include academic coaching, promoting student success, participating in professional development, engaging with the community and industry, and providing institutional support through committee work and meetings.

Requirements

• Possesses an earned master’s degree or higher, from a regionally accredited institution, in information technology as appropriate to the program; OR
• Possesses an earned related or out-of-field master’s degree, from a regionally accredited institution, with documentation in two or more of the following: Professional certification (national, regional, or state) in the field. Minimum of a current, valid CompTIA Security+ or higher. Two years of in-field professional employment. Documented evidence of information technology teaching excellence, including date of award. Documentation of research and publication in the field. Documented relevant additional coursework beyond the bachelor’s degree, equivalent to 18 semester hours or equivalent subject matter coursework, CEU’s, vendor, or military; or
• Possesses an earned bachelor’s degree, from a regionally accredited institution, in information technology as appropriate to the program, with one or more of the following: Professional certification (national, regional, or state) in the field. Minimum of a current, valid CompTIA Security+ or higher. Two years of in-field professional employment. Documented evidence of information technology teaching excellence, including date of award. Documentation of research and publication in the field. Documented relevant additional coursework beyond the bachelor’s degree, equivalent to 18 semester hours or equivalent subject matter coursework, CEU’s, vendor, or military.
• Official college transcripts and copies of certifications are required upon hiring.
• Acceptable criminal background check.
• Applicants are highly encouraged to include a cover letter.
• The successful applicant will be expected to teach on campus at the Indianapolis Downtown and/or Plainfield locations.

Nice To Haves

• Documentation in two or more of the following: Professional certification (national, regional, or state) in the field. Minimum of a current, valid CompTIA Security+ or higher. Two years of in-field professional employment. Documented evidence of information technology teaching excellence, including date of award. Documentation of research and publication in the field. Documented relevant additional coursework beyond the bachelor’s degree, equivalent to 18 semester hours or equivalent subject matter coursework, CEU’s, vendor, or military.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality and engaging instruction in all delivery methods and formats within specific academic programs, with a focus on cybersecurity and networking.
• Provide timely and meaningful feedback to students regarding the mastery of course and program learning outcomes.
• Engage students outside of class in support of the curriculum and co-curriculum.
• Provide institutional support and community service, including participation at student-facing events that may include evening hours.
• Participate meaningfully in student retention and completion initiatives.
• Support the College’s mission and strategic plan initiatives; conform to campus expectations of faculty performance and engagement.
• Deliver assigned classes using pedagogy and technology that best support student learning, and in accordance with college loading policy, course objectives and program learning outcomes.
• Develop and maintain curriculum and other course materials in support of course objectives and program learning outcomes.
• Maintain student records, attendance, grades, and other documentation as required.
• Manage a classroom environment conducive to student learning and in adherence to federal, state, and college safety standards and practices.
• Facilitate student achievement of expected program learning outcomes.
• Use Learning Management System (e.g. Canvas) to facilitate teaching, learning, assessment and communication.
• Ensure knowledge of and implements emergency and safety procedures for classrooms, labs and all learning environments.
• Provide academic-related coaching and academic monitoring to assigned student advisees in partnership with professional academic advising staff.
• Monitor and document student performance throughout the semester, including use of technology for academic advising alerts; provide necessary interventions to include communication with students, tutoring and other academic supports, and referrals to appropriate college resources.
• Maintain posted office hours and student engagement hours in accordance with campus expectations and the faculty loading policy in the Academic Support and Operations Manual (ASOM 7.2).
• Promote and assist in student recruitment, retention, and successful completion of programs, including outreach to students by phone, technology tools, and other electronic means.
• Participate in professional development activities that may include scheduled training, time spent onsite in related business and industries, and self-study to advance instructional and technical skills as well as current knowledge within the field of study.
• Participate in scholarly activities related to the discipline/focus, in fulfillment of annual performance plans, and as required for certification and licensure.
• Stay current in contemporary pedagogy, digital technology, and other technology related to teaching that best support student learning.
• Participate in community service activities on behalf of the college to advance the college’s relationships within its service area as appropriate for department/school/college. This may require availability in the evening for some area events.
• Develop community/industry/business contacts to advance college relationships within service area as appropriate in the department and school.
• Provide institutional support as requested by college administration such as participation on committees and task forces, projects related to college and program accreditation's, and grant-related projects.
• Support and engage with Workforce Alignment and Development (Ivy Tech Foundations).
• Attend commencement and participate as assigned by campus administration.
• Participate in college/campus-wide meetings and departmental/school/faculty meetings.
• Participate in career service and alumni activities.
• Support program/department chair in program management activities.
• Adhere to college and campus academic policies.

Benefits

• No waiting period to enroll in benefits.
• Employer contribution to retirement plan.
• Excellent benefits, including voluntary benefits: medical, dental, vision, retirement, life insurance, spouse/child life insurance, Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance, identity theft protection, accidental injury and illness, and more!
• Faculty release time, sick, volunteer, bereavement.
• Paid holidays: 9 days plus winter break between December 25th and January 1st.
• Free tuition at any Ivy Tech location for employee, spouse, and qualifying dependents.
• Full time employees qualify for tuition assistance for higher education opportunities.
• Professional Development opportunities.
• Multiple medical plan options paired with a Health Savings Account with a generous employer contribution.
• Dental plan with no-cost preventive services and coverage for orthodontia.
• Vision plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses.
• Employee Assistance Program offering no-cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources.
• Wellness program with opportunities to earn $250 in Wellness Rewards.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare (limited purpose) and dependent care.
• 10% employer retirement contribution, fully vested after two years.
• Basic life insurance equal to annual salary paid by the College, with optional supplemental coverage.
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits.
• Fee remission for employees, spouses, and dependent children.
• Tuition assistance for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs.
• Paid professional development opportunities.
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and winter recess.
• Flexible work arrangements where available.
• Paid childbirth recovery leave (8 weeks).
• Paid parental leave (4 weeks).
• Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
• Additional discounts on gym memberships, transportation, and various retail services.

What This Job Offers

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