Assistant Professor/Instructor of Cybersecurity

The School of Business and Technology at Seton Hill University invites qualified candidates to apply for an Instructor/Assistant Professor of Cybersecurity faculty position to begin as early as January 2025 or Fall 2025 per the candidate's availability. The applicant must hold a graduate degree in Cybersecurity. Preference will be given to candidates with expertise in new and emerging technologies. A doctorate in Cybersecurity is preferred.

We are seeking a candidate passionate about teaching that prepares students for future careers in Cybersecurity. Teaching assignments include in-class and online courses in Cybersecurity and Computer Science at the graduate (MBA - Cybersecurity specialization) and undergraduate Cybersecurity levels. The candidate will be expected to participate in professional and program development, advising, outcomes assessment, scholarship, and service activities.

Duties & Responsibilities: • Teach undergraduate courses in cybersecurity, information security, network security, and related fields. • Develop curriculum aligned with current industry standards, focusing on hands-on labs, threat modeling, and secure software development. • Engage in active research within cybersecurity and/or information assurance, contributing to peer-reviewed publications and conferences. • Advise students, including supervising capstone projects and guiding students through internships and research opportunities. • Participate in department and university service, as well as community outreach activities relevant to cybersecurity. Qualifications:

Minimum:
• Education: Masters degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science with a focus on cybersecurity, Information Security, or a closely related field by the start date.
• Certifications: Professional certifications such as CISSP, CEH, CISM, CompTIA Security+, or Certified Ethical Hacker are strongly preferred.
• Experience: Previous college-level teaching experience is preferred. Relevant industry experience in cybersecurity, especially in penetration testing, network security, or secure software engineering, is highly desirable.
• Skills: Demonstrated ability to teach a range of cybersecurity topics, strong knowledge of security protocols, and the ability to keep pace with the evolving field of cybersecurity.
• A demonstrated ability to disseminate information to an expansive group of students in an engaging, experiential manner.
• A record of success in a team environment.
Preferred:

Preference will be given to candidates with:
• PhD in a related field.
• Post-secondary teaching experience, including the use of computer applications for classroom instruction.
Send a letter of application, curriculum vitae, official transcripts for all undergraduate and graduate degrees, a statement of teaching philosophy, a statement on mission, a statement of research program or work experience, and three current letters of reference to Bernadette Mendish, Administrative Assistant, School of Business, Seton Hill University, at Box 223F, Greensburg PA 15601-1599 or via email at mendish@setonhill.edu.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

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