Cyber Security Lecturer: Innovative, Project‑Based Teaching

Sheffield Hallam University; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 39,906 - 44,746; Full time

Job summary

Sheffield Hallam University is seeking a Lecturer in Cyber Security within the College of Business, Technology & Engineering. The role focuses on delivering undergraduate and postgraduate courses with an emphasis on applied, project‑based learning and industry collaboration.

The successful candidate will join the Cyber Security and Computer Networks group, contribute to curriculum design and academic governance, and support industry partnerships, research, and student mentoring at SHU.

Qualifications

• PhD in Cyber Security or closely related field.
• Expertise in Ethical Hacking, Advanced Penetration Testing, Digital Forensics and Information Security Management.
• Experience teaching at university level and mentoring students.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and postgraduate courses in Cyber Security and related disciplines.
• Develop and deliver innovative, applied, project‑based learning modules.
• Contribute to curriculum design and academic governance within the subject group.
• Engage students in industry‑relevant projects and live case studies.
• Collaborate with industry partners and research teams to enhance teaching and research.
• Support the development of assessment and examination materials.

Skills

Ethical Hacking

Advanced Penetration Testing

Digital Forensics

Information Security Management

Teaching at University Level

Education

PhD or equivalent advanced research qualification in Cyber Security

Job description

Sheffield Hallam University is seeking a Lecturer in Cyber Security within the College of Business, Technology & Engineering. The role focuses on delivering undergraduate and postgraduate courses with an emphasis on applied, project‑based learning and industry collaboration.

The successful candidate will join the Cyber Security and Computer Networks group, contribute to curriculum design and academic governance, and support industry partnerships, research, and student mentoring at SHU.