Applied Cybersecurity Instructor/Asst. Professor

Institute of Applied Technology; Abu Dhabi Emirate; On-site; AED 250,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

The Institute of Applied Technology invites applications for a position in cybersecurity and information security education. The role focuses on teaching undergraduate courses, developing hands-on labs, and mentoring student projects.

Candidates will engage in applied research, collaborate with industry and government partners, and contribute to accreditation efforts such as ABET/CAA while expanding graduate employability through innovative programs.

Qualifications

• PhD in cybersecurity or related field from an internationally recognized university.
• Experience delivering undergraduate courses and labs in cybersecurity.
• Proven ability to supervise projects and engage with industry partners.

Responsibilities

• Deliver undergraduate courses in cybersecurity, information security, networking, and software security.
• Develop practical labs, projects, simulations, and industry-based activities.
• Supervise capstone projects and applied research.
• Contribute to accreditation and quality assurance processes (ABET/CAA).
• Build industry and government partnerships to enhance learning and employability.

Skills

Teaching

Industry collaboration

Lab-based learning

Curriculum development

ABET knowledge

Education

PhD in Cybersecurity / Information Security / CS / CE / Software Engineering

Master's degree in Cybersecurity / Information Security / CS / CE / Software Engineering

MOHE Equivalency

Job description

The Institute of Applied Technology invites applications for a position in cybersecurity and information security education. The role focuses on teaching undergraduate courses, developing hands-on labs, and mentoring student projects.

Candidates will engage in applied research, collaborate with industry and government partners, and contribute to accreditation efforts such as ABET/CAA while expanding graduate employability through innovative programs.