Part-time Instructor - Oklahoma Cyber Innovation Institute (OCII), Research Dept

University of Tulsa • Tulsa, OK

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About The Position

This position is a full-time, staff instructor position paid by a funding award to the Oklahoma Cyber Innovation Institute (OCII) from the Oklahoma Center for the Advancement of Science and Technology. The Oklahoma Cyber Innovation Institute (OCII) Instructor has a pivotal role in advancing workforce development across the State of Oklahoma. Comprehensive educational programming will focus on upskilling, reskilling, and fostering a cybersecurity-ready workforce. By directly offering training and collaborating with partner entities, OCII seeks to empower learners of all ages, from K-12 students to adult professionals.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM or cybersecurity discipline.
• 2 years of teaching experience in cybersecurity topics.
• Familiarization with current industry standards and practices in cybersecurity.
• 2 years of experience with online and in-person instructional methods.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive learning environment, with experience supporting students from varied backgrounds and skill levels.
• Demonstrated soft skills such as leadership, teamwork, problem-solving, time management, and adaptability.

Nice To Haves

• Masters or PhD in a STEM field with a focus on cybersecurity, along with specialized areas such as artificial intelligence, data science, or network security.
• Industry certifications, including but not limited to CISSP, CompTIA Security+, CEH, or CISM.
• Proven experience in teaching or training environments, with a track record of positive student feedback and outcomes.
• Strong understanding of current cybersecurity education standards and the ability to integrate cross-disciplinary approaches into teaching.
• Experience with online and in-person instructional methods, including the use of Learning Management Systems (LMS) and virtual labs.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate training for K-12 and adult learners working with a cyber range and conducting mobile/connected classes or bootcamps.
• Craft and deliver OCII curriculum to a broad audience in different formats, including micro-credentialing, teach the teachers, and hands-on experiential labs.
• Organize cybersecurity and computer science educational events, inviting industry professionals, educators, and policymakers which foster collaboration and knowledge-sharing.
• Utilize mobile labs to transport general security, analyst, forensics, and penetration testing to public and private organizations across the state for in-person learning that will lead to certifications.
• Partner with businesses, government agencies, and nonprofits to understand the gaps in their cyber efforts, and offer specialized programming elements.
• Develop and update curriculum to reflect technological advancements, ensuring content is tied to State of Oklahoma standards.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree