Cybersecurity (CSS) Affiliate Instructor

Position Summary

The Department of Computer Sciences Cybersecurity Bachelor’s Program at Metropolitan State University of Denver (MSU Denver) invites applications for part-time affiliate faculty teaching positions to deliver innovative and industry-relevant cybersecurity education.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate cybersecurity courses
• Design and update curriculum to reflect the latest trends in cybersecurity
• Engage students in hands-on learning experiences

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Computer Information Systems, Cybersecurity, or related field
• Alternatively, a bachelor’s degree in the above fields combined with minimum five years of industry experience in cybersecurity
• Proven ability in education, technical aptitude, creative problem-solving, and teamwork
• Excellent communication skills and knowledge of national cybersecurity educational frameworks

Preferred Qualifications

• Industry and higher education teaching experience
• Relevant cybersecurity certifications

Terms of Employment

Affiliate faculty are part-time, at-will employees hired to teach on a per credit hour basis for specific classes, usually on a semester-by-semester basis. Affiliate faculty are not eligible for benefit coverage under the University’s benefit program. All such teaching assignments are dependent on budget and enrollment.

How To Apply

Candidates must apply online through MSU Denver’s career site, https://www.msudenver.edu/careers. Complete applications will include the following materials:

• Curriculum vitae
• Teaching philosophy statement with a focus on cybersecurity education
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness (e.g., student evaluations, peer reviews)
• List of three professional references and their contact information

Applicants will notice on the application portal there is one location (the resume/cover letter submission field) to upload all required materials. Multiple documents can be submitted into this one field; alternatively, merge all documents into one PDF and upload. Once submitted, you will not be able to edit your application.

Official transcripts will be required of the candidate selected for hire.

Closing Date

Open Until Filled

Posting Representative

Katie Lynch

Contact Information

Posting Representative Email: klynch24@msudenver.edu

Benefits

The University’s benefits package is comprehensive and offers medical, vision and dental, free RTD pass, tuition reimbursement, as well as a life and supplemental insurance plans, retirement plans and other programs, such as access to a long-term disability (LTD) plan. Visit MSU Denver’s benefits website to learn more. For a brief overview, please see: https://www.msudenver.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/MSU-Benefit-Summary.pdf.

Diversity Statement

Metropolitan State University of Denver is a unique, access-oriented campus community that values diversity, equity, and inclusion in all its forms. Our student population consists of nearly 58% first generation students and over 50% students of color. We are a designated Hispanic Serving Institution located in downtown Denver. We create an equitable learning and working environment in concert with individuals who consistently demonstrate commitment to equity and inclusion. We greatly value the diverse identities and perspectives of our students, faculty, and staff and recognize that in order to achieve a just and equitable society, diversity must go beyond simple representation. It requires critical inquiry and dialogue and a commitment to action. We strive to provide a culture of belonging for all community members to achieve personal and professional success.