Cybersecurity Professor - Teaching, Curriculum & Student Success

Cybersecurity Jobs; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Cybersecurity Jobs seeks an Assistant Professor to advance the Cybersecurity concentration through teaching, curriculum work, assessment, and industry-facing engagement. The role begins September 1, 2026 at the Roxbury campus, onsite in Boston, with a salary range of USD 60,000–81,000 annually.

Responsibilities include teaching up to 15 contact hours/semester, maintaining office hours, updating curricula for job-ready skills, assessing learning outcomes, and maintaining professional industry

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• At least 3 years of professional experience in higher education or the IT industry.
• Expertise in cybersecurity.
• Ability to teach digital forensics, intrusion detection and prevention, security automation systems, cybersecurity and risk management.
• Security+ certification (or ability to obtain before employment starts).
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Collaborative and inclusive approach.
• Ability to teach in person at the Roxbury campus.

Responsibilities

• Teach up to 15 contact hours each semester (3–4 courses).
• Maintain at least three regular office hours each week.
• Participate in curriculum development and updates to keep courses current.
• Support student outcomes assessment and retention initiatives.
• Maintain industry connections to support student learning and career placement.
• Fulfill department and college administrative duties and class scheduling.
• Evaluate student achievement and provide timely feedback.
• Provide academic support and maintain professional rapport.
• Demonstrate effective teaching through formal evaluations.
• Collaborate with departments and participate in college communications.
• Contribute to committee work, meetings, and events.
• Maintain accountability and follow college policies.

Skills

Cybersecurity expertise

Curriculum development

Data analysis

Communication skills

Collaborative approach

In-person teaching

Education

Bachelor's degree

Security+ certification

Job description

Cybersecurity Jobs seeks an Assistant Professor to advance the Cybersecurity concentration through teaching, curriculum work, assessment, and industry-facing engagement. The role begins September 1, 2026 at the Roxbury campus, onsite in Boston, with a salary range of USD 60,000–81,000 annually.

Responsibilities include teaching up to 15 contact hours/semester, maintaining office hours, updating curricula for job-ready skills, assessing learning outcomes, and maintaining professional industry