Cybersecurity Teaching Faculty

The Pennsylvania State University; State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

Robust retirement plans

75% tuition discount for employees and dependents

Job summary

The Pennsylvania State University is seeking Cybersecurity Teaching Faculty for its College of Information Sciences and Technology, starting July 2026. These non-tenure-line positions will involve teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in cybersecurity, collaborating on curricular innovations, and contributing to the university service.

Applicants must have a master's or doctorate in a relevant field and demonstrate excellence in teaching. Penn State offers comprehensive benefits, including a generous tuition discount for employees and their families.

Qualifications

• Strong teaching philosophy and experience in engaging diverse learners.
• Commitment to teaching in residential, online, and hybrid modes.
• Ability to perform university service such as committee work.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in cybersecurity.
• Engage in curricular development with department faculty.
• Contribute to university service as expected of faculty.

Skills

Excellence in teaching

Collaboration in curricular innovation

Teaching at university level

Education

Master’s degree or doctoral degree in information science, cybersecurity, computer science, or related discipline

Job description

Application Instructions

• Current Penn State employee (faculty, staff, technical service, or student): login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Do not apply here; apply internally through Workday.
• Current Penn State student (not previously employed): login to Workday to complete the student application process. Do not apply here; apply internally through Workday.
• Not a current employee or student: click “Apply” and complete the application process for external applicants.

Note: 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.

Position Specifics

Cybersecurity Teaching Faculty Positions

The Department of Privacy and Cybersecurity Informatics (PCI) in the College of Information Sciences and Technology (IST) at The Pennsylvania State University invites applications for multiple open‑rank teaching faculty positions in cybersecurity, beginning in July 2026 at the University Park campus in State College, Pennsylvania. These are non‑tenure‑line term appointments with an excellent possibility of renewal as multi‑year appointments. Fully remote appointments are not permitted for these hires.

Teaching Emphases

• Systems aspects of cybersecurity
• Cyber operations
• Risk analysis
• Organizational and human factors in security and privacy
• Cybercrime, cyberfraud, and digital forensics
• Emerging topics such as cryptography, and the intersection of artificial intelligence (AI), security, and privacy

Responsibilities

Candidates should provide evidence of excellence in teaching at the university level and a desire to collaborate with the PCI department faculty and the IST faculty on curricular innovation and development efforts. A commitment to teaching learners at all levels and from all backgrounds is essential.

• Teach undergraduate courses in residential, online, and/or hybrid modes.
• Teach graduate courses (qualified faculty).
• Perform university service such as committee work and scholarship.

University service is expected of teaching faculty.

Qualifications

Applicants must hold a master’s degree or doctoral degree (Ph.D. or other terminal degree) in information science, cybersecurity, computer science, or a related discipline by the appointment start date with Penn State. Candidates will be considered for a teaching faculty rank commensurate with their education and experience in accordance with Penn State policy AC21. Teaching ranks in IST are Lecturer, Assistant Teaching Professor, Associate Teaching Professor, and full‑rank Teaching Professor.

Application Materials

Applicants will include the following materials with their application:

• Cover letter detailing your qualifications for the position.
• Teaching statement (limit to two pages; describe teaching philosophy, experience, and pedagogical techniques used to engage students; indicate the specific courses you would teach and new courses you wish to develop).
• Curriculum vitae.
• Contact information for at least three professional references.

Please upload one document that combines the above materials into a single PDF.

Inquiries

Inquiries about the position may be directed to [e-mail]. Review of applications begins March 6, 2026 and continues until positions are filled.

Background Checks / Clearances

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

Benefits

Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full‑time employees designed to support both personal and professional wellbeing. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children.

EEO Statement

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.