Cybersecurity Technology Lead Instructor

Qualifications

The ideal candidate must have:

• A minimum of three (3) years of successful experience within the last five (5) years in: Networking, Hardware, Software, and Security.
• Ability to demonstrate successful experience in cyber and network security, including: Planning, designing, installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting secure IT infrastructure.
• Proficiency in Network communication and Network security.
• Willingness to obtain required certification(s).
• Demonstrated professional demeanor, positive contributions to a team, and commitment to continuous improvement.
• An Associate of Applied Science degree in Cybersecurity Technology or a directly related information technology field.

Prior to Employment

• Possess a Bachelor’s degree or higher in an information technology field.
• Minimum of five (5) years of successful experience in: Networking, Hardware, Software, and Security.
• Familiarity with teaching networking and security at the college level.
• Experience working with distance learning platforms.
• Certified in relevant areas.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure all requirements of college and industry partners are met.
• Maintain professionalism with students, coworkers, and community members.
• Provide engaging, high-quality instruction in modern cybersecurity technology using a variety of teaching methods aligned with career preparation.
• Prepare lesson plans, job sheets, and laboratory demonstrations for all instructional units.
• Recommend curriculum updates to maintain a current and relevant program.
• Monitor student progress, including internship participants.
• Collaborate with instructors and support staff as a team.
• Continuously improve teaching methods and cybersecurity technical skills.
• Maintain compliance with all professional licensing requirements.
• Deliver instruction aligned with syllabus and catalog expectations and employer needs.
• Prepare and grade assessments based on course objectives, and maintain timely return of assignments.
• Implement outcomes assessment and maintain institutional standards for student satisfaction.
• Promote student engagement, creativity, and retention.
• Begin and end classes on time, ensuring full instructional periods.
• Maintain accurate attendance, grading, and reporting records per policy.
• Submit required reports to NWCC, the Mississippi Community College Board, and other partners.
• Attend faculty meetings, in-service sessions, and required college events.
• Participate in campus and community extracurricular activities with Cybersecurity Technology students.
• Supervise all laboratory activities.
• Maintain a clean and safe lab environment.
• Maintain proper inventory of program equipment and tools.
• Maintain an active advisory committee that meets at least twice per year.
• Visit industry partners to maintain employer relationships and monitor student internships.
• Provide student advising and counseling support.
• Aid students with employment placement in related career fields.
• Serve on faculty committees.
• Support the overall mission of the college through additional assigned duties.
• Participate in required training and professional development activities.
• Perform all duties as assigned by the Associate VP for Workforce Solutions & Career Tech Education.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the instructor is regularly required to do the following:

• Stand for long periods.
• Talk, hear, view, and assist students.
• Communicate with others in person, telephone, zoom, & live chat.
• Sit, use hands to handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms.
• Stand, walk, stoop, or kneel.

Application

To apply, please attach and submit the following:

• Application at www.northwestms.edu
• Transcript
• Resume
• Three (3) Professional References (Name, Email and Phone Number)

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled