Cybersecurity Course Instructor

Cybersecurity Course Instructor

Role

The Cybersecurity Course Instructor will be responsible for teaching and facilitating courses in the Cyber Lab cybersecurity program. The Instructor must have skills to build labs, produce capstones, and use blended learning techniques to include reverse learning objectives. The instructor will develop and deliver curriculum aligned with both academic goals and industry standards. This role requires in-depth knowledge of cybersecurity principles, tools, and best practices. The instructor will also ensure that the courses are engaging, hands-on, and aligned with the latest developments in the field. In addition, the instructor will manage lab environments, provide mentorship, and assess student performance.

This position ensures a dynamic, hands-on learning environment that prepares students for the challenges of cybersecurity careers while aligning with industry standards and evolving threats. The ideal candidate is passionate about teaching and cybersecurity, ready to contribute to a growing and innovative academic program.

Responsibilities :

Instruction and curriculum Delivery

• Course Instruction

Teach undergraduate or graduate-level cybersecurity courses, including topics such as network security, ethical hacking, digital forensics, risk management, cryptography, and incident response using blended learning techniques to include reverse learning objectives.

Produce capstones, design and update course materials, including syllabi, lecture notes, practical lab activities, assignments, and exams to ensure content reflects current industry trends, best practices, and emerging threats. Upload curriculum into the Eccalon Learning Management System.

Build labs as well as create, implement, and manage cybersecurity lab tools like UAS, AUV, and additive manufacturing control systems, etc., to provide students with real-world scenarios and hands-on practice in a safe, controlled environment.

Ensure that the course content aligns with industry-recognized certifications, such as CompTIA Security , Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), and others.

Lab and Practical Component Oversight

Oversee and manage the cyber lab environment, including setting up virtualized networks, attack and defense simulations, and monitoring student use of the systems.

Assist students in troubleshooting technical issues related to lab setups and provide feedback on their performance within the lab environment.

Integrate real-world security incidents, breaches, or news into course material to ensure relevance and applicability of the concepts being taught.

Student Engagement

Evaluate student assignments, exams, projects, and lab performance through both formative and summative assessments to ensure they meet learning objectives.

Offer constructive and timely feedback to students, guiding them in improving their technical skills and deepening their cybersecurity knowledge.

Program Support and Continuous Improvement

Maintain strong connections with the cybersecurity industry to ensure program offerings reflect current needs and skill sets.

Collaborate with faculty and program directors to evaluate and update the cybersecurity curriculum regularly to match evolving standards and emerging threats.

Organize or participate in cybersecurity workshops, boot camps, or industry-related seminars for student enrichment.

Ensure all instructional materials and lab activities comply with relevant legal and ethical standards, such as the Cybersecurity Framework (NIST) and other related regulations.

Required Qualifications :

Educational Background

Certifications

Experience

Skills and Expectations :

Technical Expertise

Instructional Skills

Lab Management

Student-Centered Approach

Continuous Improvement

Expectations

NOTE : Please provide references who can speak to your instructional and industry expertise.