Collegiate Faculty, Cybersecurity

University of Maryland - Adelphi, MD

Full-time - Entry Level

Remote - Adelphi, MD

Educational Services

About the position

The Collegiate Faculty position in Cybersecurity at the University of Maryland Global Campus is a full-time role focused on delivering high-quality education to students in the field of cybersecurity. The faculty member will be responsible for teaching courses, developing curriculum, mentoring students, and assessing their performance. This position represents the entry level on the faculty track and requires collaboration with other faculty and program chairs to ensure educational standards are met.

Responsibilities

• Ensures students receive a top quality education where they can acquire knowledge, develop learning mastery, and strengthen career skills.
• Mentors, coaches, and facilitates student learning.
• Teaches a specified number of courses each year.
• Assesses student performance and progress.
• Works with other faculty members to learn highly effective teaching practices.
• Collaborates with the program chair and other faculty to ensure the broader program meets student needs and quality standards.
• Provides updates to the program chair on classroom activities.
• Consults with the program chair to develop instructional plans or syllabi for courses that meet department and university standards.
• May assist colleagues in conducting independent research to advance knowledge in the field.
• Performs other job duties as necessary.

Requirements

• Master's degree or other post-graduate education.
• Minimum of two (2) years academic, professional, or teaching experience.
• A minimum of two of the following certifications: Security+, CCNA, CEH, CISSP, CISA, etc.
• Demonstrated resourcefulness in teaching new course material in ways that are easy to understand; potential for teaching effectiveness.

Nice-to-haves

• An earned doctorate or other terminal degree in Cybersecurity, or closely related discipline from a regionally accredited institution.

Benefits

• Generous Time Off: 22 days of paid vacation, 15 days of sick leave, 3 personal days, and 15 paid holidays (16 during general election years).
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Access to health care, medical with vision, dental, and prescription plans for both individuals and families, effective from the 1st of the month following your hire date.
• Insurance Options: Term Life Insurance, Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance, and Long-Term Disability Insurance.
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Available for medical and dependent care expenses.
• Retirement Plans: Choose between the Optional Retirement Program (ORP) or the Maryland State Retirement and Pension System (MSRPS).
• Supplemental Retirement Plans: include 401(k), 403(b), 457(b), and various Roth options. The university does not provide matching funds.
• Tuition Remission: Immediate availability for Collegiate Faculty. Spouses and dependent children are eligible for undergraduate tuition remission after two years of service.