Full-time Assistant/Associate Professor, Professor of Practice – Academic Program Director, B.S. Cybersecurity

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Cybersecurity faculty director developing National University’s B.S. Cybersecurity program.

Posted 8/18/2026full-timeSan Diego • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $74,005 - $104,310 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Cybersecurity education and curriculum development, with a strong focus on compliance, accreditation standards, and student engagement. Proven leadership in program management and active involvement in the cybersecurity community.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Master’s Degree In CybersecurityIndustry Certification (CISSP, SANS GIAC, CEH, CISM, CISA)5+ Years Faculty Experience In Higher Education2+ Years Industry Experience In CybersecurityProgram Management Experience

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Hard Skills

Curriculum DevelopmentProgram AssessmentCourse Material CreationTeaching ExperienceScholarship Agenda Maintenance

Soft Skills

Positive Learning Environment CreationCollaborationEngagement With Diverse LearnersCommunity Outreach

Certifications & Qualifications

CISSPSANS GIACCEHCISMCISA

Industry Keywords

CybersecurityCompliance StandardsAccreditation StandardsNational Security Agency Centers Of Academic ExcellenceCybersecurity Community

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Teach and develop online and/or onsite cybersecurity courses
Maintain andragogical and subject matter expertise
Create a positive learning environment for diverse learners
Ensure course and program practices align with compliance and accreditation standards
Adhere to National University’s academic integrity policy
Maintain a productive scholarship agenda
Engage in scholarly activities and professional development
Participate in curriculum oversight, shared governance, and the student experience
Serve on university committees and engage in community activities promoting program outreach and university goals
Participate in program meetings and advisory boards
Create, modify, and update BS Cybersecurity course material
Direct strategy, operations, and support for the B.S. Cybersecurity degree program
Serve as primary spokesperson and information source for program faculty and students
Initiate and approve changes to ensure program quality, student engagement, and success
Conduct program assessment with the Director of Assessment
Incorporate industry trends and changes into the curriculum
Collaborate on course development, updating, and maintenance
Meet regularly with College leadership to align the program with University and College goals

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master’s degree in Cybersecurity or a related discipline required for Professor of Practice rank
Terminal degree in Cybersecurity or a related discipline required for Assistant Professor and Associate Professor ranks
Minimum 5 years of full-time faculty experience in higher education required for Associate Professor rank
Minimum 10 years of professional experience, significant professional achievement, and minimum 3 years of teaching/training experience required for Professor of Practice rank
At least 2+ years of industry experience in cybersecurity required
Industry certification such as CISSP, SANS GIAC, CEH, CISM, or CISA required
Leadership or program management experience strongly preferred
Experience with National Security Agency Centers of Academic Excellence programs preferred
Active involvement in the cybersecurity community preferred
Background check required
Travel at least once annually to annual Commencement ceremony if held onsite
Travel to cybersecurity-related events, typically 3–5 annually
Cover letter including industry-related certifications, teaching experience, and industry experience
Curriculum vita
Statement of teaching experience online and/or onsite

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive well-being benefits for you and your family
Competitive pay and benefits packages
Development and advancement opportunities
Remote-first work perks