Lecturer Pool - Computer Science and Information Systems: Cybersecurity AY 2026/27

California State University San Marcos; San Marcos (CA); On-site; USD 61,000 - 75,000; Part time

Job summary

California State University San Marcos invites applications on an on-going basis for a pool of part-time lecturers for the Masters in Cybersecurity Program in the CSTEM College. Positions are Instructional Faculty, Special Programs - For Credit for the 2026/2027 academic year, with day/time varying.

Minimum qualifications include a master's degree and experience teaching secure software development or security risk management.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a relevant field.
• Experience teaching secure software development or security risk management.
• Commitment to serving a diverse campus community in CSU’s mission.

Skills

Teaching experience

Security risk management

Education

Master's degree

Job description

Computer Science and Information Systems: Cybersecurity Pool

• Position: Instructional Faculty, Special Programs - For Credit
• Academic Year: 2026/2027
• Day/Time: Varies
• College: CSTEM - College of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics
• Department: Computer Science and Information Systems - Cybersecurity

The Department of Computer Science and Information Systems at California State University San Marcos accepts applications on an on-going basis for our pool of part-time lecturers for Masters in Cybersecurity Program.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's Degree
• Experience teaching secure software development or security risk management
• Per the California State University’s Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is prohibited from hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside California. Working in the State of California is a condition of employment

Preferred Qualifications

• Industry experience in related topics
• Preference will be given to applicants who demonstrate intercultural competence and a commitment to serving our campus community as it relates to teaching and, as applicable, service

Salary Commensurate With Degree Level And Experience

• Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: $5,507 - $6,677 per full-time month

The salary schedule information for the Lecturer – Academic Year Classification is available based on the following ranges:

• CSU Classification Salary Range Lecturer A - AY: $5,507 - $6,677 per full-time month

The anticipated hiring range is generally at or near the minimum of the appropriate range, commensurate with education and experience.

CSUSM has been designated as a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and was recently named one of the top 32 Colleges most friendly to junior faculty by the Collaborative on Academic Careers in Higher Education. Visit Faculty Opportunities for more information.

California State University San Marcos is an Equal Opportunity Employer strongly committed to promoting diversity in all areas of the campus community. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to age, physical or mental disability, gender or sex, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion or religious creed, sexual orientation and veteran or military status.

Per the California State University’s Out-of-State Employment Policy , the CSU is prohibited from hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside California. Working in the State of California is a condition of employment

The person holding this position is considered a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Negligence Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

This position is subject to employment verification, education verification, reference checks and criminal record checks. An offer of appointment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, including a criminal records check, and may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

Education Code 89521 Requirements: Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant’s current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.

The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act or Clery Act Notification can be found at Clery Act Notification.