Part-time Cybersecurity Professor - Continuous Pool

Clark College; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 109,643 - 128,364; Part time

Job summary

A community college in Vancouver is seeking a part-time Cybersecurity Professor to teach introductory courses in various topics such as Python programming, CompTIA certifications, and big data analytics. This hybrid position requires availability for daytime, evening, or weekend teaching as program needs arise. Candidates must have an Associate's degree in Cybersecurity, three years of relevant IT experience, and strong communication skills. The position offers a competitive lecture rate of $93.18/hour.

Qualifications

• Must have an Associate's degree in Cybersecurity or related field.
• Requires three years of professional IT/IS experience related to the teaching assignment.
• Prior teaching experience is necessary.
• Possess current industry certifications relevant to the courses.
• Strong oral and written communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Instruct classes using techniques that facilitate student learning.
• Participate in department and college committees.
• Pursue professional development and enhance teaching techniques.
• Work effectively with students from diverse backgrounds.
• Support the mission of the college.

Skills

Oral communication skills

Written communication skills

IT/IS experience

Teaching experience

Education

Associate's degree in Cybersecurity or related field

Tools

CompTIA certifications

CISSP

Job description

Part‑time Cybersecurity Professor – Continuous Pool

This position is not eligible for benefits.

Clark College seeks part‑time Cybersecurity Professors for a hybrid schedule: two days at home, three days on campus. Professors will teach introductory courses in one or more of the following topics:

• Python programming for beginners
• CompTIA Network+
• CompTIA Security+
• IoT (breadboard, sensors, Raspberry Pi/Arduino)
• Big data analytics (Hadoop, AWS)
• CompTIA CySA+

This part‑time position is an ongoing recruitment; applications are accepted year‑round. Applicants must be available to teach daytime, evening, or weekend hours. Positions will be filled as program needs arise.

GENERAL FACULTY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Instruct classes using techniques that facilitate student learning.
• Participate in department and college committees.
• Pursue professional development and enhance teaching techniques.
• Work effectively with students from diverse backgrounds.
• Support the mission of Clark College.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCIES:

• Associate’s degree in Cybersecurity or related field.
• Three years of professional IT/IS experience related to the teaching assignment.
• Teaching experience.
• Current industry certifications (CompTIA, CISSP) relevant to the courses.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

SALARY STATEMENT: Lecture rate is $93.18/hour; lab rate is $79.59/hour.

APPLICATION PROCESS

• Clark College Online Application, including three references.
• Cover letter addressing experience and qualifications.
• Current resume.
• Responses to supplemental questions.

Please apply online at www.clark.edu/jobs. To contact Human Resources, call (360) 992‑2105 or email [e-mail].

CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT: Background check (criminal and sexual misconduct) will be conducted. Completion of academic degrees and official transcripts required. Vocational Certification per WAC will be required before first day of classes.

Clark College does not sponsor H‑1B visas.

DISABILITY ACCOMMODATIONS: Accommodations available upon request for the application process.

Clark College is an equal opportunity employer. We value equity, diversity, and inclusion and encourage protected group members to apply. All employees are committed to supporting social equity.

This announcement does not reflect the entire job description and may be modified without notice.