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Instructor of Cybersecurity - UT Southern

University of Tennessee•Pulaski, TN
•Onsite
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About The Position

The University of Tennessee Southern seeks a full-time, non-tenure-track Instructor of Cybersecurity to provide student-centered teaching, contribute to curriculum development, and serve the University and its Cybersecurity Program. The instructor will teach cybersecurity and computer science courses aligned with their expertise, potentially including network security, secure software development, systems security, ethical hacking and penetration testing, digital forensics, risk management, cloud security, introductory programming, and computing foundations. The role emphasizes rigorous, inclusive, practice-oriented instruction. The instructor will design and improve courses with clear, measurable objectives, high expectations, transparent evaluation criteria, and multiple opportunities for students to demonstrate mastery. Teaching methods may include short lectures, demonstrations, hands-on labs, case studies, collaborative problem-solving, simulations, and project-based assessments. Instruction should connect theory to responsible application in realistic settings and provide structured feedback, accessible learning resources, and support for students with varied backgrounds and needs. This is an in-person position beginning August 1, 2027. The instructor will teach in-person and online courses, support and mentor students, assist with course development and revisions, contribute to online course development, participate in university service, and support cybersecurity program growth through recruiting and advising. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future employment visa sponsorship.

Requirements

  • M.A. in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related discipline.
  • A minimum of 1–3 years of college-level teaching experience.
  • Ability to work effectively with students, faculty, staff, and the community.
  • Evidence of good character, a mature attitude, and professional integrity.
  • Expertise in cybersecurity or computer science areas related to cybersecurity.
  • Strong commitment to teaching, working with college-ready and underprepared students, and serving the University through the cybersecurity program.
  • Legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without needing employment visa sponsorship now or in the future.
  • Submit a cover letter addressing interest and qualifications, a C.V. and at least three professional references, and a Statement of Teaching Philosophy.

Nice To Haves

  • Ph.D. in Cybersecurity or Computer Science.
  • Three or more years of college-level teaching experience.
  • Expertise in cybersecurity or computer science areas related to cybersecurity.

Responsibilities

  • Teach assigned courses in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, and areas of expertise as needed.
  • Teach in-person and online courses.
  • Provide timely feedback on student assignments and projects to promote growth and mastery of learning outcomes.
  • Work with learners of all backgrounds.
  • Mentor or support students with varied backgrounds and levels of academic preparedness.
  • Use varied teaching methods and styles to engage students and support learning outcomes.
  • Establish productive, student-oriented projects.
  • Assist in developing new courses and revising existing courses.
  • Help develop online cybersecurity and computer science courses.
  • Serve on University, Department, and Program committees as assigned.
  • Hold weekly office hours and perform other duties needed to meet student and college needs.
  • Support cybersecurity program growth and development through recruiting and advising.
  • Contribute to a collegial environment and attend program, department, college, and university meetings.

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Full-time

Career Level

Mid Level

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