Visiting Assistant Professor - Information Security & Digital Forensics

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. seeks a Visiting Assistant Professor for the Information Security and Digital Forensics Department at the University at Albany, starting Fall 2026. This temporary position involves in-person and online teaching in various programs, including BS Digital Forensics and MS Cybersecurity.

Qualified candidates will demonstrate a commitment to diversity and have a doctoral degree in a relevant field. Teaching effectiveness and experience at different education levels are preferred.

Qualifications

• Ability to develop inclusive relationships within a diverse community.
• Support diversity, equity, access, inclusion, and belonging.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in Information Security and Digital Forensics.
• Provide service to the Department.

Skills

Teaching effectiveness

Diversity support

Information Security knowledge

Education

Doctoral degree in Information Security, Information Systems, or Computer Science

Job description

Job Description

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 position, beginning Fall 2026. This is a one‑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, MS Digital Forensics and Cybersecurity, and MS in Artificial Intelligence programs. Courses may include subjects 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. Candidate 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.

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.

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.

Working Environment

• Typical office and classroom environment.

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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