Part - Time Instructor, Cybersecurity - FY 2027

University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV); North Las Vegas (NV); Hybrid; USD 1,051,281 - 1,497,279; Part time

Job summary

College of Southern Nevada (CSN) invites applications for part-time instructors to teach Cybersecurity and network security courses. Assignments may be delivered on campus at Charleston, North Las Vegas, or Henderson, or remotely as availability allows, with day, evening or weekend options.

Responsibilities include lecturing, developing lesson plans, evaluating student mastery, advising students, and contributing to curriculum development in a dynamic, multi-campus environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field.
• Teaching experience at College/University or workplace.
• Master’s or terminal/doctorate degree in CS/Cybersecurity (preferred).
• Experience with LMS platforms such as Canvas or Blackboard.

Responsibilities

• Lecture and Lab instruction for Information Technology Courses.
• Course assignments may be multi-campus with day/evening/weekend classes.
• Courses may be online, hybrid, online and in person.
• Develop Lesson Plans and course materials with Program Director; evaluate student mastery.
• Provide teaching experience and student advisement, recruitment activities and curriculum development.

Skills

Teaching experience

Cybersecurity knowledge

Networking security

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity/IT/CS or related field

Master’s or Doctorate in CS/Cybersecurity (preferred)

Tools

Learning Management System (Canvas/Blackboard)

Job description

Job Description

The CSN CIT Cybersecurity program is looking for part‑time instructors for instructing in Cybersecurity/network security courses. Teaching assignments may include classroom courses based in any of the three CSN locations: Charleston, North Las Vegas, and Henderson OR remote course based on availability.

Responsibilities

• Lecture and Lab instruction for Information Technology Courses.
• Course assignments may be multi‑campus with the possibility of day, evening and/or weekend classes.
• Courses may be delivered online, or be delivered as a hybrid, online and in person.
• Develop Lesson Plans, and course materials in conjunction with Program Director Evaluate student mastery of skills and competencies required by course outcomes.
• Provide an excellent teaching experience as well as student advisement, recruitment activities and program/curriculum development.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited College/University (technical, business or other 4-year degree that might be appropriate) in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Teaching experience at the College ,University , or at a workplace

Preferred Qualifications

• At least 2 years of practical experience working in cybersecurity roles such as security analyst, network security engineer, or penetration tester.
• Experience with areas such as threat analysis, incident response, ethical hacking, network security, risk management, or security operations.
• Familiarity with industry tools (e.g., Wireshark, Nmap, Kali Linux, SIEM platforms, etc.) and the latest cybersecurity trends and technologies.
• Master’s or terminal/doctorate degree in computer science, cybersecurity, or related field.
• Experience with any Learning Management System (e.g. Canvas, Blackboard, etc.)
• Familiarity with Mac, Windows, and Linux
• CompTIA Security+ or similar foundational certifications.
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP).
• Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH).
• Certified Information Security Manager (CISM).
• Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP).
• Certified Network Defender (CND).
• Other cybersecurity certifications relevant to the area being taught (e.g., penetration testing, network security, cloud security).

Salary $925.00 Per instructional unit ExemptYes Full-Time Equivalent 40.0%

Required Attachment(s)

• Resume /CV
• Cover Letter
• Unofficial College Transcripts

CSN is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution. For more information, visit http://www.csn.edu/nondiscrimination.

Posting Close Date06/30/2027.

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CSN is responsive to serving the educational needs of a diverse and ever‑changing community. CSN employs only U.S. citizens and aliens authorized to work in the U.S. CSN does not sponsor aliens applying for faculty, professional staff, or management positions (H-1B Visas) in the absence of exceptional circumstances as defined by the USCIS.

Founded in 1971 and situated in the greater Las Vegas metropolitan area, CSN, as Nevada’s largest college and one of the largest in the nation, operates in over 50 locations including 3 main campuses, as well as multiple sites and centers throughout the southern Nevada area. As a comprehensive, multi‑campus community college, and the largest and most ethnically diverse institution in the state of Nevada, CSN educates over 50,000 students, including more than 14,000 non‑credit students annually.

Accredited by the Northwest Commission on College and Universities, CSN offers education opportunities in over 70 academic programs featuring more than 180 degrees and certificates, and several niche baccalaureate programs areas.

CSN is proud to be a Hispanic Serving Institution and a Minority Serving Institution. The college creates opportunities and enriches lives with inclusive learning and working environments that support diversity and student success.

CSN’s mission ensures that the college serves the diverse educational needs of the communities and businesses within the southern Nevada service area. CSN is a growing and influential network that enables students, faculty, staff and alumni to advance personally, professionally and intellectually. Its vibrant network of people and programs creates lifelong benefits for all students. As the communities of southern Nevada continue to grow, CSN is committed to remain highly accessible to serve the diverse needs of an increasing population.

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