Associate​/Assistant Professor in Cybersecurity - Fall

Associate/Assistant Professor in Cybersecurity - Fall 2026 Job Info

• Job Identification 1481
• Job Category Faculty
• Posting Date 09/19/2025, 04:31 PM
• Locations 37 College Avenue, Gorham, ME, 04038, US (On-site)
• Business Unit University of Southern Maine
• Job Schedule Full time
• Regular or Temporary Regular
• Department USM Technology
• Bargaining Unit Associated Faculties of the University of Maine System (AFUM)
• Work Duration Months 9

The University of Southern Maine’s Department of Technology invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track position at the rank of Associate or Assistant Professor to begin in Fall 2026.

This is an in-person position based on our Gorham campus. This position will teach a three‑three course‑load with a combination of online and in‑person courses, advance scholarly activities, advise students, and provide services that support the students in the Cybersecurity program in the Department of Technology at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.

Potential courses taught by this position include security operations, penetration testing, digital forensics, cyber‑law, cryptography, system security, network security, as well as professional courses such as project management. The position will also include student mentoring, cybersecurity internships, thesis advising, capstone experiences, and student portfolios.

The selected faculty member will need to pass a background check to serve as a liaison between the University and the information security community and work closely with employers to meet local workforce needs. Additional responsibilities include student academic advising, engaging in university, department and community committees and other kinds of service, and conducting research and scholarship activities.

About the Department of Technology:

Designated as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense (CAE‑CD), The Department of Technology (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). in the John Mitchell Center on University of Southern Maine’s (USM) Gorham campus and offers and provides degree programs in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, and Technology Management. The DoT prepares students for careers as leaders in business and industry, information technology, and network security through specialized and professional courses.

The Michael

E. Dubyak Center for Digital Science & Innovation along with the newly renovated CARES Center in Gorham provide modern classroom and laboratory space that fosters creativity, collaboration, and technological advancements, which includes partnering with numerous businesses and higher education institutions in the Greater Portland Maine area.

About the University:

The University of Southern Maine is a vibrant academic community located in the greater Portland, Maine area, including campuses in Portland, Gorham, Lewiston, and online. USM is part of the University of Maine System and offers a comprehensive array of undergraduate and graduate programs, emphasizing hands‑on learning, community engagement, and interdisciplinary collaboration. With a highly engaged student‑centered learning environment, USM is a steward of higher education, helping drive the economic, cultural, and civic life in the communities where our campuses are located and beyond.

USM is committed to providing expanded access to high‑quality education that elevates economic opportunity and contributes significantly to the vitality of a diverse society. To learn more about USM, visit About Our University.

The University of Southern Maine fosters a welcoming and supportive campus environment that respects and appreciates varied perspectives, enhancing teaching, learning, personal growth, and overall institutional achievement. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds who share our dedication to academic excellence and the enrichment of our community.

We are dedicated to our Service Promise, Student Focused Every Day and seek a team member who embraces this commitment and upholds our core values of Respect & Care, Integrity, Equity, and Responsiveness.

The targeted starting date for this position is
Fall 2026
and will pay a base salary of $100,510 at the Associate…