Part-Time Professor - Cybersecurity

Algonquin College of Applied Arts and Technology; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 111,075 - 192,698; Part time

Job summary

A Canadian educational institution is seeking a Part-Time Professor in Cybersecurity to facilitate and guide learning in a supportive environment. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree, at least five years of practical experience in digital forensics or cybersecurity, and preferably teaching experience. The position offers a salary range of $80.63-$139.88 per hour with a commitment to inclusive education.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of practical experience in digital forensics, incident response, or cybersecurity investigations.
• Proficiency in handling real-world cybersecurity cases.
• Minimum two years of teaching experience in a postsecondary setting is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate and guide student learning.
• Provide tutoring and academic advising.
• Evaluate student progress and achievement.

Skills

Digital forensics

Incident response

Cybersecurity investigations

Effective communication

Presentation skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in a related field

Tools

Forensic analysis tools

Job description

Part-Time Professor - Cybersecurity role at Algonquin College of Applied Arts and Technology

Please note: If you are a current Algonquin College employee, apply to this job via the Workday application.

This job posting is now accepting applications from all qualified individuals.

Job Details

• Department: ICT-AP, SSN PT
• Position Type: Part-Time
• Salary Range: $80.63-$139.88 Hourly
• Scheduled Weekly Hours: 6
• Anticipated Start Date: January 12, 2026
• Length Of Contract: 4 months
• Posting Closing Date: November 21, 2025

Job Description

Under the direction of the Chair and the Associate Chair, Information & Communications Technology – Security, Systems & Networking, the Professor is responsible for facilitating and guiding learning and providing an effective learning environment for all students. The professional responsibilities include:

• Providing tutoring and academic advising for students both in and out of class
• Providing a learning environment which makes effective use of available resources including educational technologies
• Evaluating student progress/achievement and assuming responsibility for the overall assessment of the student’s work within assigned courses
• The development and creation of a learning environment that is conducive to success for all students
• Modeling the College values – Caring. Learning. Integrity. Respect.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field
• Minimum five (5) years of practical experience in digital forensics, incident response, or cybersecurity investigations
• Proficiency in handling real-world cybersecurity cases, with a strong understanding of threat detection, response strategies, and forensic analysis tools
• GCIH or ECIH certification is considered an asset
• Minimum two (2) years of teaching experience, or equivalent, preferably in a postsecondary setting is considered an asset
• Demonstrated knowledge of student success strategies in a postsecondary setting is considered an asset
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the use of educational technologies is considered an asset
• Highly effective communication, presentation, and organizational skills
• Demonstrated skill in Algonquin College’s preferred teaching competencies as set out in the Professor of the 21st Century document: http://www.algonquincollege.com/pd/professor-of-the-21st-century/
• Evidence of commitment to the success of all learners
• The pay range for this position is $80.63-$139.88 per hour

Algonquin College values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. We offer an inclusive work environment and encourage applications from all qualified individuals. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process please contact the Human Resources department at [e-mail]. While we thank all those who apply, only those to be interviewed will be contacted.