CIS - Cyber and Network Security Adjunct Faculty

ECPI University; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 96,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & wellness benefits

Work-life balance

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

ECPI University’s Charleston, SC campus is seeking an adjunct Cyber & Network Security faculty member to deliver hands-on instruction in cybersecurity and networking. You will teach undergraduate courses in a hands-on learning environment with five-week terms and small class sizes.

You will provide individualized academic support, incorporate real-world cybersecurity practices, and collaborate with program leadership to enhance curriculum and course delivery while staying current with industry

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field.
• Master’s degree with 18+ graduate semester hours in a related discipline.
• Ph.D. preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate courses in Cyber and Network Security in a hands-on learning environment.
• Deliver instruction in five-week terms with small class sizes.
• Provide individualized academic support to students.
• Incorporate real-world cybersecurity and networking practices into teaching.
• Collaborate with program leadership to enhance curriculum and course delivery.
• Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies.

Skills

Strong communication

Instructional skills

Engaging diverse learners

Organization & time management

Public speaking

Teaching experience

Education

Master’s degree in IT/CS/Cybersecurity or related field

Master’s degree with 18+ grad hours in related discipline

Ph.D. preferred

Tools

Windows

Linux

Cisco routers and switches

AWS/Azure cloud

Job description

This position will work at ECPI University’s Charleston, SC campus location.

Overview

ECPI University is seeking adjunctCyber & Network Security Adjunct Facultyto deliver high-quality, hands-on instruction in cybersecurity and networking. This role is ideal for professionals passionate about teaching and preparing students for real-world careers in IT security.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate courses in Cyber and Network Security in a hands-on learning environment
• Deliver instruction in five-week terms with small class sizes
• Provide individualized academic support to students
• Incorporate real-world cybersecurity and networking practices into teaching
• Collaborate with program leadership to enhance curriculum and course delivery
• Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies

Qualifications

Education

• Master’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field
  OR
• Master’s degree with 18+ graduate semester hours in a related discipline
• Ph.D. preferred

Experience

• 3–5 years of industry experience in cybersecurity or networking (10+ years preferred)
• Experience in applications of AI in Cybersecurity
• Demonstrated expertise in Artificial Intelligence applications in cybersecurity
• Teaching, training, or public speaking experience preferred

Technical Skills

Required

• Networking fundamentals
• AI/ML concepts and applications in cybersecurity
• Windows (client/server)
• Linux systems
• Cisco routers and switches

Preferred

• Cloud computing (AWS, Azure)
• Mobile technologies

Certifications (Preferred)

• CISSP
• CEH
• AI/ML-related certifications (e.g., Azure AI, AWS ML Specialty)
• CHFI
• CompTIA A+, Network+
• CCNA

Skills & Abilities

• Strong communication and instructional skills
• Ability to engage diverse learners
• Excellent organization and time management
• Commitment to student success

Benefits

ECPI University offers a competitive benefits package supporting health, wellness, and work-life balance.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Committed to excellence and innovation, ECPI University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.