Part Time - Cybersecurity - Adjunct Instructor

Penn State; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 34,000 - 76,000; Part time

Job summary

The Pennsylvania State University Harrisburg campus seeks part-time adjunct instructors to teach Cybersecurity courses for the Spring 2027 semester and beyond.

Instructors prepare lessons, evaluate students, hold office hours, and become proficient with Canvas as part of the on-campus program. We seek candidates with a master's in cybersecurity or IT and preferably teaching experience.

Applications from diverse candidates are encouraged.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or closely related field.
• Industry certifications encouraged.
• College-level teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach part-time courses (one or two per semester) on campus in Cybersecurity Analytics and Operations.
• Prepare lessons and evaluate students; hold regular office hours.
• Become proficient with Canvas, the University’s learning management system.
• Respond to student emails and submit progress reports throughout the semester.

Skills

Cybersecurity

Risk management

Network administration

Threat analysis

Programming

Database design

IT in business

Education

Masters degree in Cybersecurity / IT

Tools

Canvas

Job description

Part Time - Cybersecurity - Adjunct Instructor### Part Time - Cybersecurity - Adjunct InstructorApply: Penn State Harrisburg: Part time: Posted 11 Days Ago: REQ\\_0000083749# **APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:*** ## CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.* ## CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.* ## If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete the application process for external applicants. **Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.** **JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS**The **School of Business Administration** Technology Department at Penn State Harrisburg is seeking part-time lecturers to teach courses in our Cybersecurity major for the **Spring 2027 Semester** and beyond. These openings are for one semester and are non-tenure-track, with the possibility of reappointment. # Job Duties * Part-time instructors typically teach one or two courses per semester on campus related to the Cybersecurity Analytics and Operations undergraduate program. Part-time lecturers prepare course lessons, evaluate students, hold regular office hours, and are expected to become proficient with Canvas, the University’s learning management system.* We are seeking candidates with experience in areas such as cybersecurity, risk management, network administration, threat analysis, programming, database design, and other cybersecurity-related areas. We're looking for people who complement our strengths and bring expertise in cybersecurity and IT applications in business.* Successful candidates must be able to work effectively with diverse populations and audiences.* Submit student progress reports throughout the semester.* Respond to administration and student emails. # Requirements and Qualifications## Required Qualifications * Earned Masters Degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a closely related field. ## Preferred Qualifications * Cybersecurity industry certifications are encouraged.* College-level teaching experience is strongly preferred. Applications will be received on an ongoing basis and will be reviewed as the need arises. Candidates should upload a Curriculum Vitae (CV)/resume and a letter of application indicating area(s) of interest. In addition, candidates should be prepared to provide the names, titles, and contact information (telephone, email, and mailing address) of three (3) professional references, if requested. **BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES**Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.