Visiting Assistant Professor - Information Secu...

University at Albany; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The University at Albany invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor of Information Security and Digital Forensics in the Massry School of Business, Albany, NY. The position is a one-year temporary appointment with potential extensions up to two years, and involves teaching both in-person and online courses for our BS and MS programs.

The candidate should demonstrate ability to teach clearly, engage diverse students, and contribute to scholarly and service activities within a

Qualifications

• PhD in Information Security, Information Systems, CS or closely related field from AACSB-accredited program; ABD considered.
• Experience teaching at undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Experience designing experiential learning activities in the classroom.
• Information security practitioner and/or relevant certifications.
• Ability to teach in-person and online formats.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in Information Security & Digital Forensics as assigned.
• Provide service to the department.
• Engage in scholarly activities and mentoring within the department.

Skills

Teaching across modalities

Online teaching experience

Course design and assessment

Information security practitioner

Education

PhD in Information Security or related field

Job description

Visiting Assistant Professor - Information Security & Digital Forensics

Department: Information Security & Digital Forensics - 02216

Locations: Albany, NY

Type: Full-time Temporary

About University at Albany:

Established in 1844 and designated a University Center of the State University of New York in 1962, the University at Albany's broad mission of excellence in undergraduate and graduate education, research and public service engages a diverse student body of approximately 17,000 students in nine schools and colleges across three campuses. Located in Albany, New York, New York State's capital, the University is convenient to Boston, New York City and the Adirondacks.

Job Description:

About the position:

The Information Security and Digital Forensics Department at the Massry School of Business, University at Albany, State University of New York, invites applications for a non-tenure track Visiting Assistant Professor of Information Security and Digital Forensics position, beginning Fall 2026. Thisisaone-year temporary appointment, with possible extensions up to two additional years, subject to successful review and university approval.The position has a 3/3 teaching load and includes both in-person and online teaching responsibilities in our BS Digital Forensics and MS Digital Forensics and Cybersecurity, and MS in Artificial programs. Courses may may be related to cybersecurity, digital forensics, artificial intelligence, databases, etc.

We seek candidates who are able to teach in organized and clear ways, while providing high-quality student service. While not required, demonstrated effectiveness teaching online (including asynchronous) courses, industry experience, and engagement with emerging technologies will be viewed favorably.

Candidates should also be interested in working within a diverse academic environment, including diversity related to gender, race, ethnicity, religion, nationality, sexual orientation, disability status, and protected veteran status.

We are a small, collegial group of research-active scholars who value collaboration and impact. The Visiting Assistant Professor will be welcomed as a full member of the department and will have access to campus resources that support teaching excellence and professional development.

About the Massry School of Business:

The Massry School of Business at the University at Albany is a dynamic, research-driven institution within a flagship public research university. We are AACSB-accredited in both business administration and accounting- A distinction held by fewer than 2% of business schools worldwide. Our faculty are active scholars who benefit from a collegial environment that values rigorous research, interdisciplinary collaboration, and meaningful engagement with industry and policy. The Massry School houses cutting-edge research centers including the Center for Institutional Investment Management (CIIM), the Center for Advancement & Understanding of Social Enterprises (CAUSE), and FACETS, a hub for analytics and systems security research funded by agencies such as NSF, IARPA, and NIST. These centers can provide faculty with valuable infrastructure and access to industry and government partnerships.

Our 96,000 sq. ft. state-of-the-art facilities include technologically advanced classrooms and labs and flexible collaborative spaces designed to foster innovation and applied learning. With a strong commitment to experiential education, the Massry School of Business actively bridges research with practice, creating unique opportunities for both scholarly impact and student mentorship. We are especially proud of our inclusive and supportive academic culture, where faculty are mentored, encouraged to pursue ambitious scholarly agendas, and supported in their professional development. Located in New York's capital, the University at Albany offers access to a diverse professional ecosystem, robust funding opportunities, and a high quality of life.

Primary Responsibilities

• Teaching courses as assigned by the Department of Information Security and Digital Forensics.
• Service to the Department of Information Security and Digital Forensics.

Functional and Supervisory Relationships

• Reports to the Information Security and Digital Forensics Department Chair

Job Requirements

• Applicants must demonstrate an ability to develop inclusive and equitable relationships within our diverse campus community.
• Applicants must demonstrate an ability to support diversity, equity, access, inclusion, and belonging relative to their role.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• A doctoral degree (e.g., Ph.D.) in Information Security, Information Systems, Computer Science or a closely related field from an AACSB-accredited college or university. ABD candidates will be considered.

Preferred Qualifications

• Evidence of teaching effectiveness in different modalities (in-person, asynchronous, synchronous).
• Experience in teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Experience in designing and implementing experiential learning activities in the classroom.
• Experience as an information security practitioner and/or possession of information security certifications or credentials.
• Typical office and classroom environment.

Additional Information

Professional Rank and Salary Range:Visiting Assistant Professor (academic-year appointment)

Special Notes:Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. If you currently need sponsorship or will need it in the future to maintain employment authorization, you do not meet eligibility requirements. Additionally, please note that UAlbany is not an E-Verify employer.

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Applicants MUST submit the following documents:

• A current CV
• A brief cover letter describing your interest in the position and explaining why you are a strong fit.
• Contact information for three references, to be contacted for shortlisted candidates.
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness, if available (e.g., syllabi, course evaluations, and student feedback).

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Preference will be given to applications received by June 14.