Adjunct Teaching - Electrical & Computer Engineering - Cyber 247: Networks and Security

Brigham Young University; United States; On-site; USD 2,500 - 3,500; Part time

Job summary

Brigham Young University invites applications for an Adjunct Teaching position in Electrical & Computer Engineering for the Cyber 247: Networks and Security course. The role starts Oct 13, 2026, with a 3-credit class taught in-person on Tue/Thu from 2:00 to 3:50 pm and includes mentoring students and overseeing teaching assistants.

Minimum qualifications include a BS in cybersecurity, electrical engineering, computer engineering, computer science, or related field, with MS or PhD preferred and

Qualifications

• 5+ Years of experience working in the networking, cybersecurity, and/or information technology field.
• MS or PhD preferred; degree must be completed by start date.

Responsibilities

• Teach CYBER 247 (3 credit class) from Oct 13, 2026 - end of semester.
• Provide in-person instruction during Tue/Thu 2-3:50pm; offer office consultations and student mentoring; administer course materials, evaluate work, and administer exams.
• Oversee Teaching Assistants assigned to labs and classes.
• Adjunct faculty do not attend faculty meetings and are not required to participate in research or citizenship responsibilities.

Education

BS Degree in Cybersecurity, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field

MS or PhD Preferred

Job description

Job Title

Adjunct Teaching – Electrical & Computer Engineering – Cyber 247: Networks and Security

Posting End Date: September 28, 2026

Note: Last day to apply is Sunday, September 27, 2026, at 11:59pm (MT)

Position Start Date: October 13, 2026

Required Degree

BS Degree in Cybersecurity, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field. MS or PhD Preferred. The required degree must be completed by the start date.

Experience

• 5+ Years of experience working in the networking, cybersecurity, and/or information technology field.

Duties/Expectations

• Teach CYBER 247 (3 credit class) from Oct 13, 2026 - end of semester.
• Course description and outcomes found here: https://catalog.byu.edu/courses/01783-008/course-information-aoYks
• The faculty is expected to: instruct students in person during designated class times (Tue/Thu 2-3:50pm), provide office consultations and student mentoring, administer course materials (homework/projects), evaluate student work, and administer exams.
• Oversee Teaching Assistants assigned to help with labs and classes.
• Adjunct faculty do not attend faculty meetings and are not required to participate in research or citizenship responsibilities.

Mission Alignment Statement Instructions

If you are a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints: BYU is committed to hiring faculty members who enthusiastically embrace and energetically advance its unique mission. To this end, please include a one-page mission alignment statement as part of your application that addresses how you might, as a BYU faculty member:

(1) live a life of loyalty to Jesus Christ and His restored Church and align yourself with doctrine and teachings declared by living prophets, seers, and revelators; (2) demonstrate intentionality in building faith in Jesus Christ and testimony of His restored gospel among students and others in the BYU community; and (3) teach your subject matter with the Spirit of God and strive to keep it “bathed in the light and color of the restored gospel” (Spencer W. Kimball).

If you are not a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints: Applicants who are not members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints include a one-page mission alignment statement that describes understanding of and commitment to the Mission of Brigham Young University and the AIMS of a BYU Education.

Employment Requirements

All new employees who are members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will be required to hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend.

All employees are required to abide by the university's Honor Code and Dress & Grooming Standards.

Preference is given to qualified candidates who are members in good standing of the affiliated church, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Successful candidates are expected to support and contribute to the academic and religious missions of the university within the context of the principles and doctrines of the affiliated church.

Equal Opportunity

BYU is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

The mission of Brigham Young University — founded, supported, and guided by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints — is to assist individuals in their quest for perfection and eternal life.

BYU employees must possess a commitment to the Mission of Brigham Young University and the Aims of a BYU Education.

That commitment is demonstrated through the following behaviors, attitudes, and expressions:

intentionality in building faith in Jesus Christ and testimony of His restored gospel among members of the BYU community

commitment to seek and be led by the Holy Ghost in all aspects of university assignments

student-centeredness above all other professional pursuits

excellence in teaching, scholarship, mentoring, and citizenship

commitment to a campus culture of unity, love, and belonging

a pattern of exemplary conduct that combines spiritual values and personal integrity in conducting work in a professional manner consistent with the values espoused by the university and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

a pattern of public expression that faithfully promotes the mission and doctrines of the Church; is deprived of contradicting or opposing Church doctrines, policies, and general leaders; and refrains from expressions and behaviors that are dishonest, unchaste, profane, or disrespectful of others

BYU is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

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