Assistant Professor

Tawteen; Muscat; On-site; OMR 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Tawteen invites applications for a faculty position in Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics. The role focuses on teaching across undergraduate and postgraduate programs, supervising projects, and advancing research collaborations.

The successful candidate will contribute to curriculum development, engage with industry partners, and participate in service activities within the university and local communities while meeting Oman Accreditation Board standards.

Qualifications

• PhD in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems or closely related field from internationally recognized university.
• Professional certifications such as GIAC, CISSP, CEH or CISM are preferred and show commitment to ongoing development.
• Demonstrated teaching experience at undergraduate and postgraduate levels in Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics.
• Experience supervising student research projects and theses.
• Industry experience that complements academic qualifications is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Deliver modules at undergraduate and postgraduate levels in Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics; supervise theses.
• Oversee undergraduate/postgraduate projects and dissertations with guidance on research methodologies and outcomes.
• Engage in scholarly research leading to publications in peer-reviewed journals and conferences.
• Develop and expand research collaborations and grant applications to enhance funding.
• Contribute to curriculum design, development of new programs, and community engagement.

Skills

Teaching experience

Supervise projects

Research engagement

Industry experience

Practical computing skills

Education

PhD in Cybersecurity or related field

Tools

GIAC/CISSP/CEH/CISM certifications

Job description

This is a predominantly teaching-focused position to manage and support delivery of undergraduate, postgraduate, foundation, and executive programs. Applicants should demonstrate excellence in teaching and research. Preference will be given to candidates with administrative experience. The successful candidate is expected to:

• Teach Modules: Deliver Modules at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels in Cybersecurity and Cyber Forensics. The normal teaching load is 3-4 modules per semester (2 semesters per academic year).
• Supervise Projects: Oversee undergraduate and postgraduate projects and dissertations, ensuring students receive guidance on their research methodologies and outcomes.
• Engagement in Research: Actively participate in scholarly research activities that lead to publications in peer reviewed, indexed, and ranked international journals and Conference within the field of Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics that contributes to the University research output and enhances its academic reputation.
• Collaborate for Grants: Initiate and develop research collaborations, write National and International research grant applications which enhance the university funding and research capabilities.
• Curriculum Development: Contribute significantly to design and development of new academic programs and curriculum.
• Community Engagement: Actively participate in service activities within the university and across professional and local communities for promoting the significance of Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver a high-quality teaching experience in foundation, undergraduate (laboratory), postgraduate, and executive programs. Ensure all necessary content and material is in place for the degree programs in time. Construct and plan student assignments, module delivery, and assessment, ensuring coherence and relevance. Liaise with the faculty Dean on all student matters & timetable planning and managing module timetables, content & resource areas, liaising with academic & technical staff as appropriate. Initiate high-quality learning and teaching/training activities that reflect the needs and contemporary currency of the subject and to foster a group dynamic and peer learning. Engage with students and demonstrators during laboratory sessions to ensure a high level of understanding is achieved by the students. Ensure all learning experiences comply with the expectations of all related standards of the Oman Academic Accreditation Authority (OAAA). Monitor the student voice through meetings, surveys and reviews and liaise with the Faculty Dean in relation to findings, initiating solutions to any student dissatisfaction or other issues. Formulate and coordinate the Final Year Projects and Theses to ensure a consistent and rigorous process, including liaising with industry where necessary. Attend Open Days, external events and interviews as required by the Faculty Dean to support recruitment activities. Maintain flexible working patterns which include some evening and weekend work in support of Programme/Faculty/University business. Actively engage with businesses/professional bodies/schools and colleges/communities/enterprises, etc., organize student outreach and invite industry speakers to enhance the student experience and facilitate industrial placement of students, as appropriate. Organize, prepare and participate in university meetings and events including Boards of Examiners, Programme Reviews, Planning and Monitoring committees, Student/Staff Liaison, and faculty and university committees and policy developments. Work with the Faculty Dean and other University representatives to ensure student attainment, success and progression by monitoring student attendance and performance, and obtaining student feedback. Any other duties as deemed necessary by the Line Manager.

Educational Qualification

A PhD in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related area from an internationally recognized university.

Certifications

Professional certifications such as those from SANS (e.g., GIAC Certified Incident Handler, GIAC Penetration Tester); CISSP, CEH, CISM, etc are preferred, demonstrating a commitment to ongoing professional development.

Experience & Requirements

The Department invites applications from qualified candidates for full-time faculty positions in the Cybersecurity and Cyber Forensics program. The position requires:

Educational Qualifications

A PhD in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a or a closely related field from an internationally recognized university.

Specialization Areas

Expertise in one or more of the following areas is required: cybersecurity fundamentals, network and system security, ethical hacking, penetration testing, digital forensics, malware analysis, incident response, secure software and application security, cloud and IoT security, cryptography, and cyber risk management.

Teaching Experience

Demonstrated experience in teaching cybersecurity-related courses at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, with a proven ability to supervise student research projects effectively.

Research Engagement

Active involvement in research within their areas of specialization, showing intellectual engagement with current trends and challenges in Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics.

Industry Experience

Preference will be given to a candidate with relevant industry experience that complements their academic qualifications.

Practical Skills

Candidates should possess necessary practical computing skills relevant to their areas of expertise.

Certifications

Professional certifications are preferred, such as SANS/GIAC credentials (e.g., GIAC Certified Incident Handler and GIAC Penetration Tester), CISSP, CEH, and CISM, as they demonstrate strong professional competence and a commitment to continuous professional development.

Community Participation

Evidence of active participation in university, professional, and local community initiatives related to Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics.

Desired Candidate Profile

A PhD in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related area from an internationally recognized university.

Professional certifications such as those from SANS (e.g., GIAC Certified Incident Handler, GIAC Penetration Tester); CISSP, CEH, CISM, etc are preferred, demonstrating a commitment to ongoing professional development.

A PhD in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a or a closely related field from an internationally recognized university.

Expertise in one or more of the following areas is required: cybersecurity fundamentals, network and system security, ethical hacking, penetration testing, digital forensics, malware analysis, incident response, secure software and application security, cloud and IoT security, cryptography, and cyber risk management.

Demonstrated experience in teaching cybersecurity-related courses at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, with a proven ability to supervise student research projects effectively.

Active involvement in research within their areas of specialization, showing intellectual engagement with current trends and challenges in Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics.

Preference will be given to a candidate with relevant industry experience that complements your academic qualifications.

Candidates should possess necessary practical computing skills relevant to their areas of expertise.

Professional certifications are preferred, such as SANS/GIAC credentials (e.g., GIAC Certified Incident Handler and GIAC Penetration Tester), CISSP, CEH, and CISM, as they demonstrate strong professional competence and a commitment to continuous professional development.

Evidence of active participation in university, professional, and local community initiatives related to Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics.

Teach Modules: Deliver Modules at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels in Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics, supervising postgraduate theses. The normal teaching load is 3-4 modules per semester (2 semesters per academic year). Supervise Projects: Oversee undergraduate and postgraduate projects and dissertations, ensuring students receive guidance on their research methodologies and outcomes. Engage in Research: Actively participate in scholarly research activities that lead to publications in refereed, indexed, and ranked international journals within the field of Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics. Collaborate for Grants: Initiate and develop research collaborations that result in successful research grant applications, enhancing the department's funding and research capabilities. Curriculum Development: Play a significant role in research, curriculum development, and graduate supervision while attracting research funding to support program initiatives. Lead Research Output: Produce high-quality scholarly work that contributes to the department's research output and enhances its academic reputation. Community Engagement: Participate in service activities for the university as well as professional and local communities, promoting the importance of Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics.