Assistant Professor of Cybersecurity and Data Science

Overview

Description

Position Title:

Assistant Professor of Cybersecurity and Data Science

Reporting To:
Vice President for Academic Affairs and Dean of Faculty

Anticipated

Start Date:

August 2026

About Albertus Magnus College: Founded in 1925, Albertus Magnus College has thrived through the dedication of individuals across academic and administrative roles, all committed to advancing the College's mission and upholding the four pillars of the Dominican Tradition:
Study, Prayer, Community, and Service. Today, Albertus Magnus stands as a vibrant example of modern higher education.

Job Overview: Albertus Magnus College Computer Information Systems (CIS) and Cybersecurity Program in the Tagliatela School of Business and Leadership invites applications for a full-time faculty member to deliver high-quality, student-centered learning experiences and education with a primary responsibility in Cybersecurity and Data Science. Working in cooperation with faculty and staff, the successful candidate will provide high-quality educational services to undergraduate students in a variety of modalities (including online, hybrid and on-ground), engage in an active scholarly agenda, participate in governance, and enhance the college's reputation and partnerships in the community.

The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Forensic Data Analysis or a related field. Rank will be commensurate with education and experience. This is an in-person position, 10-month position.

Education:

• Master in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Forensic Data Analysis or a related field from a regionally accredited US university or comparable non-US university; doctorate preferred.
• The College will consider relevant experience.

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated teaching skills and strong subject knowledge, preferably at the college level.
• Active participation in professional activities and membership in industry organizations.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity issues in higher education or through community-based work.
• Experience with or the potential to mentor and teach adults from diverse backgrounds at the undergraduate and graduate levels, contribute to academic program and course development, participate actively in assessment of student learning outcomes and institutional development, and pursue scholarly interests.
• Possess strong communication and computer science skills, and effective organizational skills.
• Three years of industry-related experience and one year of college-level teaching experience strongly preferred. Industry-recognized IT/Cybersecurity certifications also preferred.

• Teach 24 credits per year over two academic semesters (fall and spring, 4 courses per term). Teach a range of undergraduate and graduate courses, including both day and evening courses.
• Provide students with an approved syllabus that includes course objectives and learning outcomes, teaching methodology, attendance policies in line with Albertus Magnus College, texts and readings, assignments and deliverables, timelines and evaluation criteria.
• Provide engaging assignments that demonstrate the real-world applications of concepts covered.
• Use the college's learning management system to post syllabus, assignments and other materials and to communicate with students.
• Contribute to the College through teaching, scholarship, service, and building community connections to support the Cybersecurity and CIS programs.
• Grow and maintain a network of industry connections to support internship and job shadow opportunities, as well as college-to-career connections for students.
• Mentor and advise undergraduate and graduate students.
• Collaborate in college-wide and inter-disciplinary initiatives to promote Cybersecurity and CIS efforts and to help generate student interest in the majors.
• Collaborate with the College's ITS and Academic departments to recommend and integrate appropriate technology to ensure programmatic objectives are achieved.
• Implement and support computer lab activities to ensure student learning.
• Contribute to periodic reviews and revisions of departmental course offerings.
• Maintain advanced knowledge in discipline and areas of expertise.
• Additional responsibilities as assigned.

Cultural

Skills:

Candidates must have strong organizational skills and a proven ability to work collaboratively with partners in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment supporting Albertus Magnus College's mission as a student-centered, liberal arts institution. Commitment to undergraduate education and student success.

Technology Skills
:
Proficient in MS Office tools (Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), e-mail, and the Internet. Ability to learn new applications quickly, including organization-wide information systems and department-specific software applications. Ability to teach by leveraging the learning management system and other technology tools.

Language

Skills:

Strong oral and written communication skills. Ability…