Part-Time Cybersecurity Instructor - Hands-On Labs

Nicolet College; Town of Monico (WI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

Nicolet College is building a pool for part-time adjunct faculty in the Cybersecurity Technical Degree Program. The adjunct will deliver instruction across Cybersecurity and IT courses, using established curricula and outcomes, and help students prepare for employment and industry certifications.

Responsibilities include developing materials, evaluating performance, providing feedback, and maintaining records.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, Network Administration, or a closely related field.
• Minimum of three (3) years of recent professional experience in cybersecurity, information security, networking, systems administration, IT support, or a related technical field.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate technical concepts effectively.
• Eligibility to meet faculty credentialing requirements established by the college and accrediting agencies.
• Industry certifications relevant to assigned coursework, such as: CompTIA Network+, CompTIA Security+, CompTIA CySA+, CompTIA PenTest+, CISSP, CEH, GIAC, Microsoft, Cisco, or equivalent certifications

Responsibilities

• Deliver instruction in assigned cybersecurity and IT courses using established curriculum and learning outcomes.
• Develop and maintain course materials, assessments, lab activities, and instructional resources aligned with program and industry standards.
• Teach foundational and advanced cybersecurity concepts, including networking, security operations, threat analysis, vulnerability management, ethical hacking, and penetration testing.
• Integrate hands-on learning experiences utilizing cybersecurity tools, virtual environments, and laboratory exercises.
• Evaluate student performance through assignments, examinations, projects, and practical assessments.
• Provide timely feedback and academic support to students to promote achievement and retention.
• Maintain accurate student attendance, grading, and academic records in accordance with college policies.
• Foster a learning environment that promotes professionalism, critical thinking, collaboration, and ethical behavior.
• Stay current with emerging cybersecurity threats, technologies, industry best practices, and certification requirements.
• Participate in departmental meetings, curriculum reviews, assessment activities, and professional development opportunities as assigned.
• Support student success initiatives and contribute to program quality and continuous improvement efforts.
• Ensure compliance with institutional, accreditation, safety, and information security requirements.

Skills

Cybersecurity concepts

Networking concepts

Cyber defense operations

Vulnerability assessment

Ethical hacking

Penetration testing

Effective teaching

Communication skills

LMS proficiency

Time management

Collaboration

Education

Associate degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, Network Administration, or related field

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

Industry certifications relevant to coursework (e.g., Network+, Security+, CySA+, PenTest+, CISSP/CEH/GIAC/Microsoft/Cisco)

Tools

Virtualization technologies

Cloud security

Security Operations Center (SOC)

Cybersecurity laboratories

Job description

Nicolet College is building a pool for part-time adjunct faculty in the Cybersecurity Technical Degree Program. The adjunct will deliver instruction across Cybersecurity and IT courses, using established curricula and outcomes, and help students prepare for employment and industry certifications.

Responsibilities include developing materials, evaluating performance, providing feedback, and maintaining records.