Part-time and Limited Term Faculty Positions in the Department of Information Systems and Security

Kennesaw State University; Kennesaw (GA); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

Kennesaw State University is inviting applications for a pool of open rank, part-time and limited term faculty in the Department of Information Systems and Security for the 2026-2027 academic year. These are on an as-needed, semester-by-semester basis. Rank is determined at hire and will be commensurate with credentials.

Positions are for work in Georgia. Teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses in information systems, cybersecurity, fintech, or healthcare management and informatics will

Qualifications

• Master's degree in information systems or a closely related discipline is required for undergraduate courses.
• For graduate courses, a terminal/doctorate in information systems or related discipline is required.
• 18 graduate credit hours in the teaching discipline are required at hire.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in information systems, cybersecurity, fintech, or healthcare management and informatics.
• Teaching assignments will be based on earned degrees and faculty credentials guidelines.

Education

Master's degree in information systems or related

18 graduate credit hours in teaching discipline

Terminal/Doctorate in information systems or related

Job description

Part-time and Limited Term Faculty Positions in the Departmentof Information Systems and Security

Job ID: 304552 Location: Kennesaw, Georgia Full/Part Time: Part Time Regular/Temporary: Regular

About Us

For more than 60years, Kennesaw State University has been known for itsentrepreneurial spirit and sense of community. A leader ininnovative teaching and learning, Kennesaw State is located justnorth of Atlanta and combines a suburban setting on twometro-Atlanta campuses in Kennesaw and Marietta. As one ofGeorgia's largest universities, Kennesaw State offers undergraduateand graduate degrees to over 50,000 students. Our high-impactresearch and Division I athletics also draw students fromthroughout the region and across the globe. A member of theUniversity System of Georgia, Kennesaw State is aCarnegie-designated doctoral research institution (R2) committed tobecoming a world-class academic institution positioned to broadenits academic and research missions and expand its scope on a local,regional, and national level.

Location

Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144. Our Marietta campus islocated at 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060.

Department Information

The Department of Information Systems and Security offersinnovative programs that seamlessly integrate business andtechnology, equipping graduates with the skills to translatebusiness strategies into effective capabilities. Ourstate-of-the-art labs and agile teaching approach ensure thatstudents are prepared to develop secure and safe systems, achievingcareer success in a rapidly evolving workplace.

Job Summary

Kennesaw State University is now accepting applications for apool of open rank, part-time and limited term faculty positions inthe Department of Information Systems and Security for the academicyear 2026-2027. These positions are on an as needed,semester-by-semester basis. Rank is determined at the time ofhiring and will be commensurate with credentials. These positionsare for work to be performed in the state of Georgia.

Responsibilities

• Teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses in informationsystems, cybersecurity, fintech, or healthcare management andinformatics.

Teaching assignments will be based on earned degrees and SACSCOCFaculty Credentials Guidelines.

Required Qualifications

To teach undergraduate courses:

• A minimum of a Master's degree, or the foreign equivalent, ininformation systems or a closely related discipline is required atthe time of hire.

OR

• A minimum of a Master's degree, or the foreign equivalent, in anon-related discipline with 18 graduate credit hours in thethe teaching discipline is required at the time of hire.

To teach graduate courses:

• A Terminal/Doctorate degree, or the foreign equivalent, ininformation systems or a related discipline is required at the timeof hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional certifications such as PMP, CISSP, CISA, CISM,CRISC, PCIP, or equivalent.
• Willingness to teach in face-to-face or hybridmodalities.

Required Documents to Attach

1. CV
2. Cover Letter
3. Unofficial Transcripts (Official Transcripts and OfficialInternational Course-by-Course Evaluations Due UponHire)
4. Names, phone numbers, and email addresses of at least 3references

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Contact Information

For questions about this faculty opening, please contact MiaPlachkinova, [e-mail].

For technical support or assistance completing a jobapplication, please contact the Shared Services Center at [phone] or [e-mail].

For questions about a specific job posting at Kennesaw StateUniversity, please contact the search chair listed under thecontact information section on each posting. For general questionsabout faculty jobs please email [e-mail].

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26institutions of higher education and learning as well as the SystemOffice. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence,Accountability, and Respect.These values serve as thefoundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USGcommunity member is responsible for demonstrating and upholdingthese standards.More details on the USG Statement of CoreValues and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated inBoard Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom foundon-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Kennesaw State University is an EqualEmployment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed tomaintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work andstudy. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law,Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the Universityprohibits harassment of or discrimination against any personbecause of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment,pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexualorientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity ornational origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, orveteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community oncampus, in connection with a University program or activity, or ina manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSUcommunity. For additional information on this policy, or to file a complaintunder the provisions of this policy, students, employees,applicants for employment or admission or other third partiesshould contact the Office of Institutional Equity at EnglishBuilding, Suite 225, [e-mail].

Background Check

Per the University System of Georgiabackground check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Finalcandidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants for positions of trust with screening results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility.

All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process. Some positions may require additional job based screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, preemployment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials. https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/hrap_manual/HRAP_Background_Investigation_Employment.pdf