College of IST Part-time Academic - CYBER Courses

The Pennsylvania State University; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

Penn State University seeks a part-time academic to teach cybersecurity courses at University Park for Fall 2026. Applicants must have a master's degree and a commitment to teaching diverse learners.

The courses include topics like Information Security, Cyber Defense, and Network Security. Ideal candidates should have prior teaching and professional experience in relevant fields.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or equivalent experience essential for application.
• Preference for candidates with prior teaching and professional expertise.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses related to cybersecurity at University Park Campus.
• Engage learners at all levels and from diverse backgrounds.

Skills

Teaching experience

Information security knowledge

Cybersecurity expertise

Education

Master's degree or equivalent experience

Job description

## College of IST Part-time Academic - CYBER CoursesApplylocations: Penn State University Parktime type: Part timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: REQ\_0000079499# **APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:*** ## CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.* ## CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.* ## If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete the application process for external applicants. **Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.** **JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS**The College of Information Sciences and Technology (IST) invites applications for a part-time academic job to teach **in person** at University Park Campus for the academic term of Fall 2026.**Job duties to include teaching one or more of the following courses:**CYBER 221 Overview of Information SecurityCYBER 262 Cyber Defense StudioCYBER 362 Cybersecurity Analytics StudioCYBER 366 Malware AnalyticsCYBER 451 Network SecurityIST 220 Networking and TelecommunicationsPlease refer to College of IST course descriptions (undergraduate) for more complete information. **Requirements, qualifications, education and/or competencies:**Applicants must possess a master's degree or equivalent experience and education and be committed to teaching learners at all levels and from all backgrounds; preference given for prior teaching experience and professional experience in a relevant area. **BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES**Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. **CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS**Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here. **EEO IS THE LAW**Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.Penn State is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university’s teaching, research, and service mission.