Faculty - Information Technology Operations

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan

Dental plan

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Professional development

Job summary

Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana in Lafayette invites applications for a faculty role in Cyber Security/Information Assurance. You will teach CSIA courses, develop syllabi, labs, and assist with curriculum and program objectives.

You will advise students, support pre‑registration and enrollment periods, participate in college committees, and contribute to accreditation efforts. The role requires a master’s degree or equivalent with information assurance focus and relevant certifications.

Qualifications

• CSIA program standard can be met via two routes: a master's in information assurance or related field, or a master’s in another field with 18 semester hours in information assurance coursework.
• Candidate must hold or be eligible for relevant cybersecurity certifications such as Security+ or higher, or equivalent server administration experience.
• Expect strong curriculum development and assessment responsibilities in Cyber Security/Information Assurance.

Responsibilities

• Deliver assigned CSIA courses and labs; develop syllabi, lesson plans, and assessments.
• Maintain student records, attendance, grades, and documentation; uphold safety and equipment maintenance in labs.
• Advise students and support during pre- and regular registration periods; participate in program management activities.

Skills

Curriculum development

Student advising

Course planning

Education

Master’s degree in Information Technology or related computing field

Tools

A+

Security+

CCNA

Linux+

Cisco CyberOps

AWS Cloud Practitioner

Job description

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.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• 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.

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.
• 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: $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.

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.

At Ivy Tech, you’ll be part of something bigger, where collaboration fuels innovation, learning is a shared journey, and meaningful goals become life-changing achievements. As Indiana’s only full-fledged community college, we’re deeply rooted in our mission to empower students, strengthen communities, and support one another every step of the way. No matter your role, you’ll be valued, supported, and inspired because here, people come first. Our faculty and staff are united by purpose, driven by passion, and proud of the difference we make together. Join a team where your work matters. Discover your potential. Make your impact.

Ivy Tech is the largest singly accredited community college system in the nation. Providing education across Indiana, we motivate and inspire students as they pursue their futures. To achieve this, it takes a community of over 6,500 employees in 75 locations.

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