The Cybersecurity & Information Technology Faculty supports learning on campus and all distance learning modalities for our associate and bachelor degrees. Our cybersecurity faculty are computer information technology specialists providing students with the skills and knowledge needed to support the needs of local employers and industries. Responsible to prepare and deliver coursework in engaging, innovative, and discipline-appropriate ways that reflect a commitment to student success and creating an environment that promotes belonging for all.
Requirements
- Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Computer Information Technology, Computer or Software Engineering; or Computer-based Information Systems (e.g., management, decision, data-processing) or Network Security; or Master's degree with 18 graduate hours in these disciplines or Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Computer Information Technology, Computer or Software Engineering, Network Security or Computer-Based Information
- Three years of non-teaching, industry-related work experience specifically related to cybersecurity, networking, or cloud computing
- Ethics, integrity, and sound professional judgment
- A commitment to establishing and maintaining positive working relationships with students, colleagues, and staff representing multicultural and socioeconomic backgrounds
- Dynamic, non-traditional instructional delivery methods to teach students of widely varying levels of proficiency and from various backgrounds and abilities
- Appropriate and up-to-date knowledge of the discipline and subject matter
- Experience using technology as an instructional aide where appropriate to enhance learning
- Documented experience with active and applied teaching and learning methodologies
- A strong commitment to teaching in a community college setting, including teaching practices that reflect an understanding of the multicultural classroom and the benefits of cultural awareness and sensitivity in the classroom and the workplace
- Commitment to a culture of care for all
- Commitment to the comprehensive mission of Austin Community College and to the principles and practices associated with Servant-Leadership
- Ability to communicate effectively with students with a wide range of skills and backgrounds
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with varied populations from the local community as well as students, staff, faculty, and administration
- Strength in communication media, both verbal and written, as well as listening
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, ability to maintain an established schedule, including evenings and weekends, including possible multiple campus locations that may vary by semester
- Commitment to maintaining confidentiality of student information
- Understanding of what it means to teach in a community college environment that serves often underprepared and underserved students
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- 403(b) Plan
- Life Insurance
- Retirement Plan
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
