Appalachian State University-posted 4 months ago
Full-time • Senior
Boone, NC
Educational Services

The Walker College of Business at Appalachian State University is pleased to invite applications for the endowed Henderson Family Distinguished Professorship in Cybersecurity position housed in the Department of Computer Information Systems. The Henderson Family Distinguished Professorship in Cybersecurity is open to the academic ranks of full professor as a distinguished professor, or associate professor as distinguished scholar. The professorship holder will maintain a high level of professional service and leadership beyond the University.

  • Lead faculty collaboration to develop and implement program curricula.
  • Engage with program students and assist with job and internship placement.
  • Promote the program and build relationships.
  • Perform university, public, and professional service as part of the workload.
  • Serve as the Cybersecurity Program Director for an initial period of three years.
  • A Ph.D. or similar terminal degree such as DBA or DSc in Information Systems, Cybersecurity, or a closely related field from an AACSB or equivalently accredited institution.
  • Current academic rank of full professor or associate professor.
  • An active and internationally recognized record in Cybersecurity research.
  • Ability and willingness to mentor junior faculty to enhance the Walker College of Business research productivity.
  • Ability and willingness to teach in at least one of the following areas: Network Defense, Cyber Threats, Cyber Governance, or Cryptography.
  • A vision for research, grant writing, teaching, engagement, and service to the discipline.
  • Ability and willingness to engage in professional outreach, including advisory board and career events.
  • Ability and willingness to interact with the academic profession.
  • Ability and willingness to engage in curriculum matters and program development.
  • Evidence of a distinguished record in teaching face-to-face and online courses at graduate and undergraduate levels.
  • Ability to configure networking equipment and services for simulated cyber range and competitions.
  • Experience and success in securing grant funding.
  • VISA sponsorship is available for this position.
  • Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.
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