Instructor - Cyber Security

University of Wollongong in Dubai; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive tax-free salary

Comprehensive medical insurance

Annual leave entitlement

Public holidays

End-of-service gratuity

Professional development support

Job summary

University of Wollongong Dubai (UOWD) seeks instructors for Cybersecurity in the School of Computing. These are teaching-intensive roles focused on high-quality undergraduate education and applied cybersecurity skills across System Security, Cyber Security, Network Security, and AI for Cybersecurity.

Candidates should have a Master’s in Computer Science, 3+ years of higher-ed teaching, and hands-on experience with modern cybersecurity tools. UAE GCC experience and industry exposure are valued.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Computer Science (minimum qualification for Level A).
• At least 3 years of full-time teaching experience in higher education.
• Hands-on experience with modern cybersecurity tools, platforms, or technologies.
• Strong foundational knowledge across core Computer Science disciplines.
• Ability to apply interactive and contemporary teaching approaches.
• Teaching experience in the GCC region.
• Industry or professional experience in IT, technology, or advanced cybersecurity systems.
• Emerging or established research activity in modern cybersecurity.

Responsibilities

• The Instructor will deliver undergraduate teaching in System Security, Cyber Security, Network Security, Ethical Hacking, AI for Cybersecurity.
• Core Computer Science subjects including programming, databases, systems analysis, and software development methodologies.
• Prepare and deliver lectures and tutorials, assess student work, and provide academic support.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of teaching and learning practices.

Skills

Cybersecurity

Teaching experience

Computer Science

GCC region experience

Industry experience in IT/cyber

Research in cybersecurity

Education

Master’s degree in Computer Science

3 years teaching experience in higher education

Tools

Cybersecurity tools & platforms

Job description

Established in 1951 and ranked in the top 1% of universities worldwide*, Australia’s University of Wollongong is a global brand with international campuses in Dubai, Hong Kong and Malaysia.

University of Wollongong Dubai (UOWD) offers over 40 internationally recognised bachelor and master degrees spanning 10 in‑demand industry sectors. All of our degree courses are accredited by the UAE Ministry of Education’s Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA) and licensed by Dubai’s Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA), as well as being recognised by leading professional organisations such as AACSB, ACCA, ACS, CIM, CIPD, CPA, Engineers Australia, PMI, and others.

The first internationally accredited Australian university in the UAE, we are the education gateway of choice for over 3,500 students, representing 100+ nationalities. Our global community of 152,000 alumni are pursuing career goals with respected blue‑chip companies and industry giants such as 3M, ADCB, Adidas, Amazon, Deloitte, Emirates, FedEx, GE, IBM, Microsoft and Pepsico. Additionally, research reveals that 83%** of fresh graduates are employed within six months of graduation.

Life at UOWD is rooted in the continued pursuit of excellence through teaching, research and industry engagement, with the student experience at its heart. Our 200,000‑square‑foot campus at Dubai Knowledge Park features access to cutting‑edge technologies and a mix of traditional and innovative learning spaces, all housed in a vibrant modern setting that promises to deliver an enriched learning experience for our students.

*QS World University Rankings 2023
**Data from the Graduate Destination Survey 2017 to 2020

About the School

The School of Computer Science, at the University of Wollongong in Dubai, seeks to appoint for the 2027 dynamic and talented academics with expertise in one or many of the following areas: System Security, Cyber Security, AI for Cybersecurity, Network Security.

The School of Computer Science aims at producing innovative, well‑rounded, hands‑on professionals that are well versed in technological and computing concepts and skills. The school offers 7 programs under the umbrella of computer science and IT. Those programs are designed to be practical and focused on industry needed skills in popular areas of computer science and IT, including: Software development, Cyber Security, Big data and AI, Gaming and mobile development, Business information systems, IT management, and digital transformation.

Requirements & Responsibilities

The University of Wollongong in Dubai (UOWD) invites applications for Instructor positions in Cybersecurity within the School of Computing.

These are teaching‑intensive roles created in response to strong growth in student enrolments across the Computer Science and Cybersecurity majors. The successful candidates will contribute to high‑quality undergraduate teaching and play an important role in preparing students for contemporary cybersecurity challenges through applied, practice‑informed education.

This role is well suited to early‑career academics or industry‑informed educators who are passionate about teaching, applied AI, and student‑centred learning.

Teaching Responsibilities

The Instructor will deliver undergraduate teaching in areas such as:

System Security

Cyber Security

Network Security

Ethical Hacking

AI for Cybersecurity

Core Computer Science subjects including programming, databases, systems analysis, and software development methodologies

Teaching duties include preparing and delivering lectures and tutorials, assessing student work, providing academic support, and contributing to continuous improvement of teaching and learning practices.

Qualifications & Experience

You are a capable and enthusiastic academic with strong discipline knowledge in Computer Science and Cybersecurity, combined with a commitment to effective and engaging teaching.

Master’s degree in Computer Science (minimum qualification for Level A)

At least 3 years’ full‑time teaching experience in higher education

Hands‑on experience with modern cybersecurity tools, platforms, or technologies

Strong foundational knowledge across core Computer Science disciplines

Demonstrated ability to teach and manage undergraduate classes effectively

Ability to apply interactive and contemporary teaching approaches

Teaching experience in the GCC region

Industry or professional experience in IT, technology, or advanced cybersecurity systems

Emerging or established research activity in modern cybersecurity

Research & Scholarly Activity

While this is a teaching‑intensive role, candidates with a demonstrated or emerging research track record in Cybersecurity are encouraged to apply. Opportunities exist to engage in scholarly activity and research collaboration in line with UOWD’s academic priorities.

The University of Wollongong in Dubai (UOWD) offers a competitive and comprehensive employment package designed to attract and retain high‑calibre academic staff, aligned with international university standards and local regulatory requirements.

The employment package for this role includes:

Competitive tax‑free salary, commensurate with academic rank, qualifications, and experience

Comprehensive medical insurance, with coverage provided in accordance with UOWD policy

Annual leave entitlement in line with UOWD policy and UAE Labour Law

Public holidays as per the UAE calendar

End‑of‑service gratuity, calculated in accordance with UAE Labour Law

Professional development support, including access to research facilities, academic resources, and scholarly networks

UOWD is committed to providing a supportive, inclusive, and intellectually stimulating workplace that enables academic staff to excel in teaching, research, and service.

UOWD is an equal opportunity employer that attracts, develops, motivates, empowers, and retains a diverse workforce.