What are the responsibilities and job description for the Computing and Security Faculty position at Slippery Rock University?
The Department of Computing and Security at Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania is seeking applications from qualified candidates for a regular part-time faculty beginning in Fall 2025 to teach undergraduate courses in the cybersecurity major. The candidate will teach one 3 credit course per semester. These courses will include computer science and cybersecurity courses related to the major. All classes will be taught in-person at the SRU main campus. The department offers a B.S. degree in Cybersecurity with concentrations in Secure Software Development and Security Governance. The B.S. degree in Cybersecurity with concentration in Secure Software Development is a Validated Program Study (POS) as per NSA/DOD requirements and the university is seeking NSA/DOD CAE designation FY 2025. Some of the topic areas for the courses to be taught by the candidate may include: collaborative information technology and society, cybersecurity in the era of evolving technology, secure programing, malware analysis, software security analysis, software assurance, practical computer security, and may include cybersecurity governance topics. Job duties require quality performance in teaching and other duties as assigned. Full consideration to applications received by March 7, 2025.
Minimum Qualifications
MS in Computer Science or closely related field with work experience in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology or related field.
Commitment to the education of diverse populations.
Experience in teaching or assistance in teaching computer science and/or cybersecurity courses at the college or university level and/or certifications in cybersecurity.
Successful performance in an interview and teaching demonstration.
Commitment to the education of diverse populations.
Experience in teaching or assistance in teaching computer science and/or cybersecurity courses at the college or university level and/or certifications in cybersecurity.
Successful performance in an interview and teaching demonstration.
Preferred Qualifications
M.S. in Computer Science or closely related field with five or more years of industry experience in cybersecurity.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Date
02/06/2025
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
No
Respect for Individuals in the Community
Slippery Rock University provides an environment that respects, encourages, and promotes the talents and contributions of all. Slippery Rock University values a community with a shared sense of purpose, where people demonstrate mutual respect and appreciation. Slippery Rock University values diversity that honors and includes all persons regardless of age, creed, disability, ethnic heritage, gender, gender identity, race, religion, sexual orientation, or socioeconomic status in academic and extracurricular endeavor, in the working environment, and in the daily life of the university community.
Notice of Non-Discrimination
Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, religion, age, disability, or veteran status in its programs or activities in accordance with Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and University policies.
The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:
Assistant Vice President of Human Resources and Compliance/Title IX Coordinator
008 Old Main Building
104 Maltby Avenue
Slippery Rock University
Slippery Rock, PA 16057
724.738.2016
008 Old Main Building
104 Maltby Avenue
Slippery Rock University
Slippery Rock, PA 16057
724.738.2016
Special Instructions to Applicants
Official graduate and undergraduate transcripts are required for this position. If official transcripts are not on file with the university, please upload them using the online system or submit them to:
Betsy Strawbridge
Office of Human Resources
008 Old Main
Slippery Rock University
Slippery Rock, PA 16057
Official transcripts are required prior to appointment. Recommended candidates will be required to complete criminal background check, including Act 34 Background Check and Act 151 (Child Abuse) Background Check and Federal Criminal (FBI) clearance prior to appointment. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Betsy Strawbridge
Office of Human Resources
008 Old Main
Slippery Rock University
Slippery Rock, PA 16057
Official transcripts are required prior to appointment. Recommended candidates will be required to complete criminal background check, including Act 34 Background Check and Act 151 (Child Abuse) Background Check and Federal Criminal (FBI) clearance prior to appointment. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
