Remote Cybersecurity Program Director

National University; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 74,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

National University invites applications for a Full-time Assistant or Associate Professor, Professor of Practice and Academic Program Director in B.S. Cybersecurity.

The role is hybrid in San Diego, CA, with leadership in curriculum development and program direction for the cybersecurity degree, and teaching responsibilities in online and on-site formats. The ideal candidate will have advanced degrees in Cybersecurity, significant teaching and industry experience, and a record of scholarly

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Cybersecurity or a related discipline required for the Professor of Practice rank.
• Terminal degree in Cybersecurity or a related discipline required to qualify for Assistant/Associate Professor ranks.
• A minimum of 5 years of full-time faculty experience in higher education is required for the Associate rank.
• A minimum of 10 years of professional experience with at least 3 years of teaching/training required for Professor of Practice rank.
• At least 2+ years of industry experience in cybersecurity.
• Industry certifications such as CISSP, SANS GIAC, CEH, CISM, CISA required.
• Leadership or program management experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach and develop cybersecurity courses in online and onsite formats.
• Contribute to curriculum development and program assessment to ensure accreditation readiness.
• Lead curriculum oversight, governance, and student experience initiatives.
• Serve on university committees and engage in community outreach to promote program goals.
• Update and expand BS Cybersecurity course material in collaboration with stakeholders.

Skills

CISSP

GIAC

CEH

CISM

CISA

Industry certifications

Education

Master’s degree in Cybersecurity or related field

Terminal degree for higher ranks

Job description

National University invites applications for a Full-time Assistant or Associate Professor, Professor of Practice and Academic Program Director in B.S. Cybersecurity.

The role is hybrid in San Diego, CA, with leadership in curriculum development and program direction for the cybersecurity degree, and teaching responsibilities in online and on-site formats. The ideal candidate will have advanced degrees in Cybersecurity, significant teaching and industry experience, and a record of scholarly