Faculty - Information Technology Operations

Ivy Tech Community College; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

Retirement plan (employer contribution

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Ivy Tech Community College in Lafayette, IN is seeking a qualified faculty member for Cyber Security/Information Assurance. The role includes teaching CSIA courses, developing curricula, advising students, and supporting program management and accreditation efforts.

The position requires a master’s degree (information technology or related field) or an approved alternative with relevant certifications; a 9‑month contract is offered with competitive benefits and potential overloads based on

Qualifications

• Two routes to eligibility: master’s in IT or related field, or master’s with 18 sem hrs in information assurance.
• Certifications required: Security+, CCNA, Cisco CyberOps, Linux+, AWS Cloud Practitioner.
• Experience in Cyber Security/Information Assurance preferred or relevant teaching background.

Responsibilities

• Deliver assigned CSIA classes and labs per course objectives and loading policies.
• Develop syllabi, lesson plans, assignments, tests and course materials; maintain records.
• Advise students during registration periods and posted office hours; assist enrollment.
• Support program management, accreditation efforts and department activities.
• Engage in curriculum development and institutional service as assigned.

Education

Master’s degree in Information Technology or related computing field

18 semester hours beyond introductory level in information assurance or related field

Tools

CompTIA Security+

CCNA

Cisco CyberOps

Linux+

AWS Cloud Practitioner

Job description

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Provide instruction (classes and labs) within specific programs; assist academic administrators with curriculum development, student advising, program enrollment; and provide institutional support and community service. Fully support the College’s mission and strategic plan initiatives.

• Instruction: Deliver assigned classes in accordance with college loading policy and course objectives. Develop and maintain course outlines, syllabi, lesson plans, assignments, tests, and other course materials. Maintain student records, attendance, grades, and other documentation as required. Maintain a safe, quality classroom/ lab, including equipment, supplies, inventory and maintenance.


• Professional Development: Participate in professional development or other activities that may include in-services, courses, or seminars to advance instructional and technical skills as well as knowledge within the field of study.


• Community Service: Participate in community service activities on behalf of the college to advance the college’s relationships within its service area as appropriate for department/school.


• Institutional Support: Provide institutional support as expected by college administration that may include curriculum development, classroom management, accreditation efforts, committee and task force assignments, attendance at commencement or other activities that are college-wide or specific to the department/school of the faculty member.


• Advising: Provide student advising support as expected by college administration that may include assistance during pre-and regular registration periods and during posted office hours.


• Program Management: Maintain office hours in accordance with the faculty loading guidelines in the Academic Support and Operations Manual (ASOM). Support Program Chair in program management activities.

OTHER FUNCTIONS:

• Assist in the recruitment of students.


• Develop community/industry contacts.


• Serve and participate in campus, regional, and College-wide professional and community activities, committee meetings, and task forces.


• Participate in student recognition ceremonies.


• Maintain budget requirements.

Tools/Equipment Needed:

Must have strong working knowledge of current technologies appropriate to area of instruction. The above list of duties is not to be construed as an exhaustive list. Other duties logically associated with the position may be assigned.

Eligibility:

A qualified faculty member in Cyber Security/Information Assurance (CSIA) meets the program standard through two routes:

1. Possesses an earned master’s degree or higher, from a regionally accredited institution, in information assurance or related field as appropriate to the program; or


2. Possesses an earned related or out-of-field master’s degree, from a regionally accredited institution, with documented 18 semester hours or equivalent of courses beyond the introductory principle(s) level in information assurance or related field as appropriate to the program;

CSIA 105 Course Standard: A qualified faculty member teaching CSIA 105 meets the Cyber Security/Information Assurance (CSIA) program standard and holds a valid, non-expired CompTIA Security+ certification or a valid non-expired higher level cybersecurity certification or two years of documented server administration professional employment.

The Following Certifications are required: A+, Security+, Cisco Academy Instructor, CCNA, Cisco CyberOps, Linux+, CySA+, CWTS or Higher, AWS Cloud Practitioner

Preferred Qualifications:

Master’s Degree in Information Technology or related computing field.

Any of the following certifications preferred: Project+, CISSP, CASP, CEH, CHFI, CompTia SecAI, AWS AI Practitioner, Project-based learning experience

Copies of transcripts will be required at time of interview. Original transcripts will be required at time of hire.

Compensation:

Compensation: $60,000-$65,000 for a 9-month contract (dependent on education and experience). Additional summer and overload contracts available based on enrollment.

Selected candidate for employment will be subject to background checks, including a criminal history check, and any offer of employment will be contingent upon that outcome.

Ivy Tech Benefits Package:

Ivy Tech is committed to supporting the well‑being, growth, and financial security of our full‑time faculty and staff. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

Health & Wellness

• Multiple medical plan options paired with a Health Savings Account with a generous employer contribution


• Dental plan with no‑cost preventive services and coverage for orthodontia


• Vision plan with low‑cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses


• Employee Assistance Program offering no‑cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources


• Wellness program with opportunities to earn $250 in Wellness Rewards


• Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare (limited purpose) and dependent care

Retirement & Financial Security

• 10% employer retirement contribution, fully vested after two years


• Basic life insurance equal to annual salary paid by the College, with optional supplemental coverage


• Short‑term and long‑term disability benefits

Educational Benefits

• Fee remission for employees, spouses, and dependent children


• Tuition assistance for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs


• Paid professional development opportunities

Work‑Life Balance

• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and winter recess


• Flexible work arrangements where available


• Paid childbirth recovery leave (8 weeks)


• Paid parental leave (4 weeks)

Additional Perks

• Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness


• Additional discounts on gym memberships, transportation, and various retail services

Ivy Tech is proud to offer benefits that support your health, your family, and your future- because when our employees thrive, our students and communities thrive too. For more information on Ivy Tech Benefits, visit https://careers.ivytech.edu/benefits.

Note: Employees who re‑hire with the College within 180 days of leaving a full‑time position with the College may be eligible for additional benefits depending on their bridged seniority date.

Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College’s Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.