Online Visiting Professor of Cybersecurity

DeVry University

18h•$22 - $24•Remote

About The Position

DeVry University is seeking industry professionals to teach undergraduate and graduate students in cybersecurity. The university aims to close the opportunity gap and address emerging talent needs by preparing students for careers in technology. Courses are eight weeks long and blend face-to-face interaction with online components. Faculty are responsible for facilitating student learning, developing course materials, and applying effective teaching techniques. All instructors will receive comprehensive training and ongoing development. DeVry University does not guarantee a specific number of work hours, which may vary based on university needs.

Requirements

A doctorate in Cybersecurity, Information Assurance, Information Systems, Computer Science, or a closely related field is required, with at least 18 graduate credit hours in cybersecurity, information assurance, network security, digital forensics, or related computing disciplines.
Applicants must upload unofficial graduate-level transcripts with their application.
Degrees must be awarded by an institution accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation, or by an international institution determined to hold equivalent accreditation.
Three to five years of applied professional experience in cybersecurity, information security, security operations, threat analysis, or digital risk management.
Demonstrated experience with cybersecurity technologies and practices, including network security, system hardening, vulnerability management, incident response, and security monitoring.
Industry-recognized certifications or professional credentials relevant to cybersecurity, information assurance, or information security operations.
Strong subject matter expertise in cybersecurity principles and defensive security practices, combined with effective communication skills and the ability to explain complex security concepts to diverse learners.
Knowledge of cyber risk management, regulatory and compliance considerations, ethical security practices, and responsible use of security technologies.
Faculty must have a commitment to ongoing professional development in instructional technology, digital literacy, and responsible AI practices.
Additional requirements driven by state licensing, institutional policy, or accreditation standards may apply.

Nice To Haves

Industry certifications related to cybersecurity operations, ethical hacking, incident response, or security management (e.g., certifications associated with security analysis, penetration testing, or security governance).
Experience with security frameworks and operational models, such as risk management frameworks, security operations center practices, and threat intelligence processes.
Experience with defensive and proactive cybersecurity techniques, including penetration testing methodologies, vulnerability assessment, digital forensics, and incident response.
Experience implementing DevSecOps or secure development practices to support secure application and infrastructure environments.
Experience with programmatic or regional accreditation processes, including outcomes assessment, curriculum alignment, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Active membership or engagement in professional cybersecurity or information security organizations to maintain current industry awareness.
Experience integrating cybersecurity laboratories, security simulation platforms, capture-the-flag environments, and real-world security scenarios into post-secondary instruction to support applied learning.
Two to five years of teaching experience at the post-secondary level, preferably in cybersecurity, networking, digital forensics, information assurance, or related computing disciplines.

Responsibilities

Develops and provides students with an approved DeVry University syllabus that follows a template established by the local campus, and which includes the terminal course objectives.
Organizes, prepares, and regularly revises and updates all course materials.
Uses appropriate technological options for online technologies and course-related software, including Websites, e-mail, and online discussions for preparing the course and making it accessible to students.
Models effective oral and written communications that engage the students, provide clarity, and improve student learning.
Sets clear expectations for the course by publishing course terminal objectives, assignment/examinations dates, and weight the distribution of various evaluation categories.
Ensures that the content and level of material included on exams correspond to the course terminal objectives.
Demonstrates consistency and fairness in the preparation and grading of exams and provides timely feedback to students.
Embraces and integrates the responsible use of AI technologies in the classroom to enhance teaching and learning outcomes.
Demonstrates the ability to recognize, evaluate, and address appropriate and inappropriate student use of AI tools in academic work.
Completes other duties as assigned.