Cybersecurity Instructor of the Practice - ICS/SCADA Focus

Utah Tech University; St. George (VT); On-site; USD 73,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

Utah Tech University in St. George, Utah, invites applications for a full-time Instructor of the Practice or Assistant Professor in Cybersecurity, starting July 1, 2027.

Candidates should have strong knowledge of SCADA and ICS security and complement existing expertise. Responsibilities include teaching 30 credits (Instructor) or 24 credits (Assistant Professor) per academic year, contributing to program development, and performing campus duties consistent with a 9-month faculty appointment.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Cybersecurity or related field by Spring 2027.
• Terminal degree required for Assistant Professor eligibility.
• Industry experience preferred; interest in ICS security encouraged.
• Prior teaching experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Teach 30 credits of lecture and lab cybersecurity courses annually for Instructor of the Practice; 24 credits for Assistant Professor.
• Contribute to the ongoing development of Cybersecurity programs and projects.
• Perform campus-wide duties including office hours and department meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Industry experience

Teaching experience

Communication skills

Active learning

Education

Master’s degree in Cybersecurity or related field

Terminal degree in Cybersecurity/IT/Engineering/CS or related

Job description

Utah Tech University in St. George, Utah, invites applications for a full-time Instructor of the Practice or Assistant Professor in Cybersecurity, starting July 1, 2027.

Candidates should have strong knowledge of SCADA and ICS security and complement existing expertise. Responsibilities include teaching 30 credits (Instructor) or 24 credits (Assistant Professor) per academic year, contributing to program development, and performing campus duties consistent with a 9-month faculty appointment.