Cybersecurity and Information Technology Assistant Professor

Northern-Kentucky-University; Highland Heights (KY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Kentucky University (NKU) invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Cybersecurity and Information Technology. The role contributes to the B.S. and M.S.

programs and includes teaching in face-to-face and online formats, student mentoring, and active research in cybersecurity. Responsibilities include developing courses, maintaining an active research agenda with undergraduate and graduate involvement, and participating in service to the School,

Qualifications

• PhD in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or closely related field. ABD candidates will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in face-to-face and online formats with a standard load for tenure-track faculty.
• Maintain an active research agenda in cybersecurity and/or information technology with undergraduate/graduate involvement.
• Contribute to service to the School, College, and University (committees, events, etc.).
• Relocate to the NKU region to join the campus community.

Skills

Teaching experience

Research in cybersecurity

Education

PhD in Cybersecurity/CS/IT

Job description

Position Title:Cybersecurity and Information Technology Assistant ProfessorPosition Type:RegularAbout the Role:Faculty job profile with those of academic rank of Assistant ProfessorThe School of Computing and Analytics (SCA) at Northern Kentucky University (NKU) invites applications for one full-time faculty position in Cybersecurity and Information Technology at the rank of Assistant Professor (tenure-track) beginning August 2027. Salary and benefits are competitive.We seek candidates with teaching and research expertise in cybersecurity. Areas of interest include, but are not limited to, cybersecurity risk management, AI for cybersecurity, digital forensics, ethical hacking, threat modeling and incident response, software security, and data/information privacy. The position will primarily contribute to our B.S. and M.S. programs in Cybersecurity and IT, with potential contributions to other programs such as Computer Science and Applied Software Engineering. Learn more about the Cybersecurity and Information Technology programs at https://www.nku.edu/informatics/schools/sca/programs/cit/index.htmlNKU has been designated a National Center for Academic Excellence (CAE) in Cyber Defense by the National Security Agency (NSA) and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. As the only CAE in the Northern Kentucky / Greater Cincinnati region with both undergraduate and graduate programs in cybersecurity, NKU plays a central role in the area’s cybersecurity education and workforce development. NKU is also the only CAE in Kentucky to host an NSA/NSF GenCyber grant program.Each fall, NKU hosts its Cybersecurity Symposium , a signature event that attracts broad participation from the Northern Kentucky and Cincinnati communities. NKU’s B.S. and M.S. in Cybersecurity are high-quality programs that provide students with strong academic preparation and meaningful opportunities to engage with faculty inside and outside the classroom. NKU’s CyberDefense student team has also excelled in regional and national competitions, giving faculty valuable opportunities to mentor and collaborate with talented, highly engaged students. NKU’s CyberDefense student team has excelled in regional and national competitions, providing faculty with meaningful opportunities to mentor and collaborate with an energetic and growing student population.The SCA is part of the College of Informatics (COI) ( informatics.nku.edu ) and is housed in Griffin Hall, a landmark high-tech building. The school offers multiple degrees and operates as a combination of three program clusters: Computer Science & Software Engineering (CS&SE), Cybersecurity & Information Technology (CYS&IT), and Information Systems & Analytics (IS&A). More information about the SCA is available also athttps://www.nku.edu/informatics/schools/sca/index.htmlTeaching: Develop and teach courses in both face-to-face and online formats. The standard teaching load is three courses per semester for tenure-track Assistant Professors (including at least two upper-level courses). Tenure-track faculty may teach at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.Research: Maintain an active research agenda in cybersecurity and/or information technology, with emphasis on projects that engage undergraduate and graduate students in scholarly activities.Service: Contribute to the School, College, and University through committee work and professional engagement. Faculty are also expected to support initiatives such as the annual Cybersecurity Symposium and student organizations and events in cybersecurity and IT.On-campus presence: This is not a remote position . The successful candidate will be required to relocate to the Northern Kentucky / Greater Cincinnati area.Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a closely related field. ABD candidates will be considered.Application materials should be submitted electronically at https://nku.wd108.myworkdayjobs.com/NKU_ExternalPlease include:Cover letterCurriculum vitaeStatement of teaching interestsStatement of research interestsList of three references with complete contact informationPriority will be given to applications received by November 1, 2026 .Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.Questions concerning this position should be addressed to:Dr. Shahid Noor, [e-mail] offers of employment are contingent upon a satisfactory pre-employment criminal background check as mandated by state law.NKU’s vision is that we will be nationally recognized for being a student-ready, regionally engaged university that empowers diverse learners for economic and social mobility. Our core values place emphasis on our culture of excellence, creativity, innovation, and collegiality. Your cover letter and/or teaching statement should show, as a faculty member at NKU, how you will contribute to our core values and our strategic framework, especially in how you will contribute to student success and belonging.Work Environment & Physical Demands: