Instructor - Computer Information Technology - Cyber Defense

Tennessee Board of Regents•Chattanooga, TN

4d•$41,763 - $51,154•Onsite

About The Position

Chattanooga State is hiring an Instructor of Computer Information Technology - Cyber Defense at its Chattanooga State campus. The position provides classroom and laboratory instruction in cybersecurity and cyber defense, including network security and defense; operating system security and administration; cybersecurity fundamentals and security principles; threat identification, vulnerability assessment, and risk management; ethical hacking and penetration testing fundamentals; security monitoring, incident response, and digital forensics fundamentals; access control, authentication, and identity management; and security policies, procedures, and industry best practices. The instructor supports student learning and success, participates in faculty assessment and professional development, and helps ensure that programs and instruction respond to changing student, community, and institutional needs. The role uses classroom and lab teaching, student assessment, and classroom management to provide an engaged learning experience, and ensures that course materials and equipment are prepared and maintained. The instructor also participates in meetings, reviews assessment data, meets deadlines, maintains required certification and licensure, and helps ensure compliance with applicable guidelines and College policies. Chattanooga State’s stated purpose is to support and empower everyone in its community to learn without limits. Its mission is to deliver accessible, innovative learning opportunities, enrich students’ and families’ lives, develop a talented workforce, and partner with the community. The College describes its values as creating a welcoming and supportive environment, caring for one another’s well-being, building trust through integrity and transparency, encouraging innovation and resilience, and collaborating toward a better future. The instructor is expected to communicate effectively, work collaboratively and independently, adapt to change, represent the College professionally, and perform other duties as assigned. Applicants must submit a resume, cover letter or CV, and unofficial transcripts. Application review will begin at least seven days after posting.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Cyber Defense, Information Security, Information Technology, Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, or a closely related field from an accredited institution.
Professional experience in cybersecurity, network administration, systems administration, IT support, security operations, or a related technical field.
Demonstrated knowledge of cybersecurity principles, computer networks, operating systems, and information security practices.
Ability to teach college-level technical content and adapt instruction for dual enrollment students.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to develop instructional materials, evaluate student performance, and maintain accurate academic records.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, faculty, administrators, high school partners, and industry representatives.

Responsibilities

Provide classroom and laboratory instruction in cyber security and cyber defense topics.
Participate in faculty assessment and professional development, and maintain required certifications and licenses.
Participate in meetings, review and analyze assessment data, compile reports, and meet academic and administrative deadlines.
Help ensure compliance with federal, state, and regulatory guidelines and College policies.
Model compassionate professionalism and adapt teaching strategies to different student learning needs.
Integrate programs, activities, and initiatives to support the student experience; share learning resources and encourage students to try different study strategies.
Monitor student progress and provide counseling resources as needed.
Develop, adapt, and improve programs and services in response to changing environments, populations, and institutional priorities.
Provide educational opportunities related to leadership, social responsibility, intercultural understanding, and global citizenship.
Use classroom and lab instruction, student assessment, and classroom management to create an engaged learning experience.
Ensure students receive course material needed to meet learning objectives.
Prepare instructional materials and equipment for student use and ensure they are sufficient, maintained, and in working order before class.
Use routine office software, email, the internet, and virtual meeting platforms.
Represent the College and division professionally and communicate effectively with internal and external audiences.
Work collaboratively and independently, make decisions, and adapt to changing circumstances.
Perform other duties as assigned.