In-Person Cybersecurity Instructor for Certificate Program

University of California - Los Angeles (UCLA); Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

UCLA Extension is seeking cybersecurity instructors to join our instructional team for the Cybersecurity Certificate Program. Instructors will teach in-person on the UCLA Westwood campus and contribute to real-world, hands-on learning experiences.

We are recruiting for instructors who can cover the four core courses in the certificate and related labs, bringing industry experience and a student-centered teaching approach.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in cybersecurity, computer science, information systems, or related field.
• 5+ years of professional cybersecurity experience (SOC Analyst, Security Engineer, Penetration Tester, etc.).
• Strong hands-on experience with security tools, frameworks, and methodologies (e.g., NIST CSF, OWASP, MITRE ATT&CK).

Responsibilities

• Teach one or more courses in the Cybersecurity Certificate program.
• Deliver instruction through lectures, demos, labs, and applied exercises.
• Develop or update course materials reflecting current tools and threats.
• Provide timely grading, feedback, and student support.
• Maintain an inclusive learning environment and use Canvas for course administration.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field

Tools

SIEM

IDS/IPS

Job description

UCLA Extension is seeking cybersecurity instructors to join our instructional team for the Cybersecurity Certificate Program. Instructors will teach in-person on the UCLA Westwood campus and contribute to real-world, hands-on learning experiences.

We are recruiting for instructors who can cover the four core courses in the certificate and related labs, bringing industry experience and a student-centered teaching approach.