System Networking Subject Matter Expert

Cleary University; Howell (MI); Remote; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a Systems Networking Subject Matter Expert (SME) to enhance the quality of undergraduate education. This dynamic role involves collaborating with faculty and instructional designers to create engaging course materials and assignments that cater to diverse student populations. The SME will leverage their extensive knowledge in networking and security to guide course development, ensuring alignment with academic standards and student learning outcomes. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a supportive and inclusive environment, contributing to the mission of providing exceptional educational experiences.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required from an accredited institution.
• 5+ years of professional experience in systems networking.

Responsibilities

• Design and create courses for student populations.
• Collaborate with faculty and instructional designers.

Skills

Networking and communications fundamentals

Network structures

Network operations and administration

Network security

Microsoft Office

Google Docs

Education

Master's degree in computer science

Graduate degree in information technology

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Docs

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Howell Campus - Howell, MI

Position Type: Contractor

Education Level: Graduate Degree

Salary Range: Undisclosed

Description

Cleary University invites candidates to apply for the contract position of Systems Networking Subject Matter Expert (SME). The academic team at Cleary University seeks a dynamic student-focused expert possessing a successful academic and professional record of championing a strong, vibrant, and relevant undergraduate educational experiences of exceptional quality. In particular, the Systems Networking SME will possess expertise and professional experience in:

• Networking and communications fundamentals
• Network structures
• Network operations and administration
• Network security

Fulfilling Cleary University’s Mission to “provide an intimate and inclusive, student-centered business education that instills the values of The Cleary Mind in our community”, the Systems Networking SME works closely with leadership, faculty, and instructional design personnel to design and create courses to be offered to our student populations, which are comprised of traditional students, student athletes, and returning adult students across a variety of instructional modalities.

The Systems Networking SME combines their formal education, professional knowledge, and real-world experience to guide content development in the course design process. Working closely with academic leadership, faculty, and instructional designers, the Systems Networking SME designs, creates, and selects one or more of the following program and course elements:

• Course materials (e.g., textbooks, articles, videos, and online course curations).
• Course assignments (e.g., discussion questions, presentations, applied analyses, and culminating projects).
• With the course offered online, course materials and assignments must also be accessible to students and faculty online.

With the assistance of an instructional designer, the Systems Networking SME will ensure Cleary students explore appropriate content and apply their knowledge to meet course-level outcomes and create weekly learning objectives branched out from the main course objectives. The Systems Networking SME will consult with leadership, faculty, and instructional designers to ensure consistency of new development with existing Cleary programs and courses, along with key elements of Cleary’s plan for the assessment of student learning.

The contract position can be remote or based in the Howell, MI, area. Applications will be reviewed immediately upon receipt and will continue to be accepted until the contract position is filled.

Expected Time Commitments and Potential Compensation

The Systems Networking SME will work directly with a Cleary instructional designer throughout the term of the contract project, including the following time commitments and potential compensation:

• Participate in a weekly meeting with an instructional designer to discuss program and course development progress (ranging from 4 to 8 weeks per course, with each meeting of 30 to 60 minutes duration).
• Research, develop, or revise course materials (ranging from 3 to 5 hours each week).
• Participate in consultation with leadership and faculty (ranging 1 to 2 hours total).
• Potential Compensation (depends on the SME contract specifics)
  • Design and develop content for a course ($600 to $800 per course, depending on course length in the instructional session)

Qualifications and Skills Required

• An earned master’s degree from an institutionally (i.e., regionally) accredited institution in computer science, information technology, or a closely-related discipline.
• A minimum of five years of current and relevant professional experience in systems networking and systems security.
• A minimum of one year teaching experience teaching undergraduate systems networking courses at the university/college level.
• Ability to use Microsoft Office, Google Docs, and other software programs for communicating, creating, and maintaining spreadsheets, reports, and presentations.

Employment Classification: The Systems Networking SME will be a contract employee.

Reports To: Cleary University Manager of Instructional Design

Available: February 2025

Application Instructions: Visit https://cleary.edu/about-cleary/employment/

Complete application including a cover letter that addresses the position responsibilities (including prior experience as a SME), required qualifications, and required skills, along with a current resume/CV.

Diversity

Cleary University is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that workforce diversity creates an environment in which our employees can thrive.We understand and embrace the variety through which people gain experiences whether through professional, personal, educational, or volunteer opportunities. Cleary University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications and apply for any positions that match their skills and capabilities.