Full-Time IT Faculty (Cybersecurity)

About the Role

Provide quality and engaging instruction in all delivery methods and formats within specific academic programs. Offer timely and meaningful feedback to students regarding mastery of course and program learning outcomes. Engage students outside of class in support of the curriculum and co-curriculum. Contribute to institutional support, community service, and student retention initiatives while aligning with the College’s mission and strategic plan.

Responsibilities

Instruction

• Deliver assigned classes using pedagogy and technology that best support student learning, in accordance with college loading policy, course objectives, and program learning outcomes.
• Develop and maintain curriculum and supporting course materials aligned with course objectives and program learning outcomes.
• Maintain student records, attendance, grades, and other required documentation.
• Manage a classroom environment conducive to student learning and in adherence to federal, state, and college safety standards.
• Facilitate student achievement of expected program learning outcomes.
• Use the Learning Management System (e.g., IvyLearn) to facilitate teaching, learning, assessment, and communication.
• Implement emergency and safety procedures for classrooms, labs, and all learning environments.

Retention and Student Success

• Provide academic-related coaching and monitoring to assigned student advisees in partnership with professional academic advising staff.
• Monitor and document student performance throughout the semester, including use of technology for academic advising alerts; provide interventions such as communication with students, tutoring, and referrals to college resources.
• Maintain posted office hours and student engagement hours in accordance with campus expectations and faculty loading policy.
• Promote and assist in student recruitment, retention, and successful program completion, including outreach via phone, technology tools, and other electronic means.

Professional Development

• Participate in professional development activities, including scheduled training, onsite industry engagement, and self-study to advance instructional and technical skills.
• Engage in scholarly activities related to the discipline to fulfill annual performance plans and certification/licensure requirements.
• Stay current with contemporary pedagogy, digital technology, and other tools that support student learning.

Community Relations and Business Outreach

• Participate in community service activities on behalf of the college to strengthen relationships within the service area.
• Develop community, industry, and business contacts to advance the college’s relationships within the service area.

Institutional Support

• Provide institutional support as requested, including participation on committees, task forces, accreditation projects, and grant-related initiatives.
• Support and engage with Workforce Alignment and Development (Ivy Tech Foundations).
• Attend commencement and participate as assigned by campus administration.
• Participate in college/campus-wide meetings, departmental/school/faculty meetings, and career service/alumni activities.
• Support program/department chair in program management activities.
• Adhere to college and campus academic policies.

Requirements

• Possesses an earned master’s degree or higher from a regionally accredited institution in information technology (or related field) with documentation in two or more of the following:
  • Professional certification (national, regional, or state) in the information technology field.
  • Two years of in-field professional employment.
  • Documented evidence of teaching excellence in information technology, including date of award.
  • Documentation of research and publication in the field.
  • Relevant additional coursework beyond the bachelor’s degree, equivalent to 18 semester hours (or equivalent subject matter coursework, CEUs, vendor, or military training).
• OR possesses an earned bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution in information technology (or related field) with documentation in two or more of the following:
  • Professional certification (national, regional, or state) in the field.
  • Two years of in-field professional employment.
  • Documented evidence of teaching excellence in information technology, including date of award.
  • Documentation of research and publication in the field.
  • Relevant additional coursework beyond the bachelor’s degree, equivalent to 18 semester hours (or equivalent subject matter coursework, CEUs, vendor, or military training).
• Official academic transcripts required at the time of hire, sent directly from the issuing institution to the Office of Human Resources.

Pay

$50,000 - $55,000 per 9-month academic year, with additional possible compensation opportunities (e.g., summer assignments).

Benefits

Health & Wellness

• Multiple medical plan options paired with a Health Savings Account with a generous employer contribution.
• Dental plan with no-cost preventive services and coverage for orthodontia.
• Vision plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses.
• Employee Assistance Program offering no-cost confidential counseling, legal consultations, financial planning, and other resources.
• Wellness program with opportunities to earn $250 in Wellness Rewards.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare (limited purpose) and dependent care.

Retirement & Financial Security

• 10% employer retirement contribution, fully vested after two years.
• Basic life insurance equal to annual salary paid by the College, with optional supplemental coverage.
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits.

Educational Benefits

• Fee remission for employees, spouses, and dependent children.
• Tuition assistance for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs.
• Paid professional development opportunities.

Work-Life Balance

• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and winter recess.
• Flexible work arrangements where available.
• Paid childbirth recovery leave (8 weeks).
• Paid parental leave (4 weeks).

Additional Perks

• Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
• Discounts on gym memberships, transportation, and various retail services.

Employees who re-hire within 180 days of leaving a full-time position may be eligible for additional benefits depending on their bridged seniority date.