Department Head of Network Systems Management #2701

State of South Carolina; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Tuition assistance

Flexible work schedules

Job summary

State of South Carolina's College seeks a Department Head for Network Systems Management and Cybersecurity to lead instructional programs within the Business Technology Division. The role combines teaching, curriculum development, faculty supervision, student advising, and program administration to support student success and workforce readiness.

Collaborate with faculty, staff, industry partners, and community stakeholders to keep programs current with industry standards, assess student

Qualifications

• Master's degree or SACSCOC-qualifying credential in related field.
• Three years of progressively responsible related work experience.
• Candidates with a bachelor's degree must complete a master's within three years of hire.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in Network Systems Management, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, and related disciplines using traditional, hybrid, online, and other instructional delivery methods.
• Provide leadership for academic programs by evaluating, revising, and developing curriculum, courses, and instructional materials reflecting industry standards and workforce needs.
• Promote teaching and learning excellence through assessment of student success data, course evaluations, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Supervise and evaluate faculty and other assigned personnel; assist with recruitment, onboarding, mentoring, and performance management.
• Advise and mentor students regarding academic planning, program requirements, career pathways, transfer opportunities, and employment options.
• Ensure timely completion of departmental reports, accreditation requirements, assessment activities, scheduling processes, and other administrative functions.
• Build and maintain relationships with employers, advisory committees, industry partners, and community stakeholders to support program growth.
• Participate in college committees, institutional initiatives, community outreach activities, and professional development opportunities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Teaching leadership

Curriculum development

Student advising

Program administration

Communication skills

Collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Network Systems Management/Cybersecurity/Information Systems

Bachelor's degree with master's within 3 years

Tools

Ellucian Colleague

D2L

Microsoft Outlook

Excel

Word

Job description

Job Responsibilities

The Department Head for Network Systems Management and Cybersecurity provides academic leadership for instructional programs within the Business Technology Division. This position combines teaching, curriculum development, faculty supervision, student advising, and program administration to support student success, workforce readiness, and academic excellence. The Department Head works collaboratively with faculty, staff, industry partners, and community stakeholders to ensure programs remain current, relevant, and aligned with workforce and transfer needs.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Teach courses in Network Systems Management, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, and related disciplines using traditional, hybrid, online, and other instructional delivery methods. Create and maintain an engaging learning environment that promotes student success and achievement.
• Provide leadership for academic programs by evaluating, revising, and developing curriculum, courses, and instructional materials that reflect industry standards, emerging technologies, and workforce needs.
• Promote teaching and learning excellence through assessment of student success data, course evaluations, and continuous improvement initiatives designed to enhance student outcomes.
• Supervise and evaluate faculty and other assigned personnel. Assist with recruitment, selection, onboarding, mentoring, and performance management while fostering a collaborative, student-centered departmental culture.
• Advise and mentor students regarding academic planning, program requirements, career pathways, transfer opportunities, and employment options. Support student recruitment, retention, completion, and job placement efforts.
• Ensure timely completion of departmental reports, accreditation requirements, assessment activities, scheduling processes, and other administrative functions.
• Build and maintain relationships with employers, advisory committees, industry partners, professional organizations, and community stakeholders to support program growth, workforce development, and student opportunities.
• Participate in college committees, institutional initiatives, community outreach activities, and professional development opportunities that support the mission and goals of the College.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum And Additional Requirements

This position requires a master's degree or credentials that meet SACSCOC guidelines for teaching in Network Systems Management, Cybersecurity, and/or Information Systems programs, along with three (3) years of progressively responsible related work experience.

Candidates with a bachelor's degree will be considered but must complete a master's degree in the discipline, or a master's degree with at least 18 graduate credit hours in the discipline, within three (3) years of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Technical certifications such as Security+, Network+, A+, Linux+, Red Hat, Cisco CCNA, Cisco CyberOps, AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner, Microsoft certifications, or related industry credentials.
• Experience teaching in higher education, technical education, workforce training, or related instructional environments.
• Experience in Network Systems Management, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, cloud technologies, systems administration, or related information technology fields.
• Experience supervising faculty, staff, or technical teams.
• Experience with curriculum development, program assessment, accreditation, and continuous improvement activities.
• Active participation in professional organizations, workforce development initiatives, advisory committees, or industry partnerships.
• Proficiency with instructional and administrative technologies, including Ellucian Colleague, D2L, Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word.
• Excellent communication, organizational, customer service, and leadership skills.
• Demonstrated ability to build relationships and communicate effectively with diverse students, faculty, staff, industry partners, and community stakeholders.
• Commitment to staying current with emerging technologies, cybersecurity trends, and best practices in higher education and information technology.

Benefits For State Employees

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits

Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits

State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits

State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.