Adjunct, CSIS Networking

We are seeking a knowledgeable and student-focused adjunct faculty member to teach a course focused on network protocols, traffic analysis, and IP addressing concepts. The instructor will guide students in understanding how common network protocols operate within modern networks and will provide hands‑on experience using Wireshark to capture and analyze real network traffic. This course supports students pursuing careers in network administration, cybersecurity, and information technology.

• Deliver engaging, high-quality instruction in face‑to‑face, hybrid, or online formats.
• Develop and facilitate hands‑on labs and activities using Wireshark and networking tools.
• Explain complex networking concepts in a clear, accessible manner for diverse learners.
• Assess student learning through assignments, labs, quizzes, and exams.
• Provide timely and constructive feedback to support student success.
• Maintain current course materials aligned with industry practices and program outcomes.
• Hold regular office hours and respond to student inquiries in a timely manner.
• Maintain compliance with institutional policies, accreditation standards, and safety guidelines.

• Ability to translate theoretical networking concepts into practical, real‑world applications.
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.
• Commitment to inclusive teaching practices and student engagement.
• Ability to support students with varying levels of technical background.
• Ability to communicate effectively with a broad range of people and maintain good working relationships across the College.
• Ability to work with all groups from a variety of academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds, and with community college students, faculty, and staff, including those with disabilities.

• Classroom and computer lab environments with hands‑on networking tools.
• May include evening teaching assignments depending on program needs.

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Networking, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a closely related field.
• Two years relevant experience in a related field.
• Demonstrated experience with network protocols (TCP/IP suite).
• Packet capture and analysis using Wireshark or similar tools.
• IP addressing, subnetting, VLSM, and CIDR.
• Teaching experience or demonstrated ability to effectively train adult learners.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Master’s degree in a related field (preferred).
• Industry certifications such as CompTIA Network+, Cisco CCNA (or higher), or CompTIA Security+.
• Professional experience in network administration, network engineering, or cybersecurity.
• Experience teaching in a community college, technical college, or workforce education environment.
• Familiarity with learning management systems such as Canvas or Blackboard.

Paid at $1,056 per instructional unit. The department reviews applications as positions become available.