Adjunct, Cybersecurity

Part-Time Cybersecurity Instructor

This is a Part-Time Faculty Pool for available assignments during the academic year. The Cybersecurity instructor must have hands-on experience in cybersecurity and a passion for educating the next generation of professionals. Expertise should include secure programming, ethical hacking, penetration testing, digital forensics, cloud security, and threat intelligence. A commitment to student success, innovative teaching methods and staying current with industry trends is essential.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Teach and supervise students using approved curriculum, syllabi, assessments, and instructional standards.
• Utilize effective teaching methods, technology, and educational resources to support student learning.
• Assess student performance, provide timely feedback, and maintain accurate instructional records.
• Advise and support students regarding academic progress and connect them with appropriate College resources.
• Support student recruitment, retention, engagement, and overall success.
• Participate in curriculum development, program assessment, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain positive and professional relationships with students, colleagues, administration, and the community.
• Complete required reports, forms, meetings, and institutional responsibilities in a timely manner.
• Participate in professional development and maintain current knowledge of effective instructional practices.
• Adhere to Alvin College policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher in cybersecurity, computer science, computer information systems, computer information technology, networking, computer engineering, or computer-based information systems or industry certifications
• Minimum of three years of non-teaching work experience in an industry specifically related to:
• Security Operations (SOC)
• Incident Response / Digital Forensics
• Network Security / Cloud Security
• Risk Management / Compliance
• Penetration Testing / Ethical Hacking

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in cybersecurity, computer information systems, computer information technology, computer engineering, computer-based information systems or related field
• Prior teaching experience at a community college or university
• Experience with Learning Management Systems (e.g., Blackboard, Canvas)
• Certificates in:
• Offensive Security: OSCP, OSCE, OSWP
• CompTIA:
  Security+, CySA+, Pen Test+, CASP+
• ISC2: CISSP, CCSP, SSCP
• GIAC: GSEC, GPEN, GCIH, GCFA
• Cisco: CCNA Security, CCNP Security, Cyber Ops
• EC-Council: CEH, ECSA, CHFI
• Cloud Security: CCSK, CCSP, AWS/Azure Security
• Other: CISM, CRISC, Pentest+, eJPT
• Prior online teaching experience and online/distance education
• Bilingual – English/Spanish

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Operating Systems:
  Windows Server, Linux (Kali, Ubuntu), macOS
• Networking: TCP/IP, Firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs, SD-WAN
• Security Tools:
  Wireshark, Metasploit, Burp Suite, Nessus, Nmap, Splunk
• Cloud & Virtualization: AWS/Azure Security, VMware, Docker, Kubernetes
• Scripting & Automation:
  Python, Power Shell, Bash
• Emerging Trends: AI in Cybersecurity, Zero Trust Architecture, IoT Security
• Must have a working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, as well as intermediate computer skills.
• Must be familiar with interactive teaching methods and instruction via the Internet.
• Working knowledge of Blackboard course management system.

Disclaimer:

This job posting is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and is not a complete list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications required for the position. A full job description will be provided to candidates selected for an interview.

In order to maintain SACSCOC compliance, it is required you upload a copy of your transcripts for ALL degrees conferred. Fingerprinting is a requirement for the local ISD's per Texas Education Agency. Alvin College will reimburse the estimated cost of $50, if applicable.

Conditions of Employment

• The Employer and the Faculty Member are subject to all the provisions of the Interlocal Agreement between the Employer and the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ).…