Cybersecurity (CYMB) Affiliate Instructor

Department Computer Science About the University Established in 1965, Metropolitan State University (MSU Denver) was founded to serve students who were underrepresented in higher education whose life paths and experiences did not fit the traditional mold. Sixty years later, the University continues to serve over 16,000 of Colorado's extraordinary and diverse students, providing them with the foundation on which to build their unique aspirations. As the third largest public institution of higher education in Colorado, MSU Denver is a model university for today's college students. Proud of its federal designation as a Hispanic-Serving Institution that also offers graduate programs and the only Seal of Excelencia certified institution in Colorado, the University serves the most diverse undergraduate student population in the state, as well as the most first-generation students. Through affordable, flexible, and holistic education, MSU Denver helps students build essential skills grounded in a multicultural and global perspective that lead to undergraduate and graduate degrees, and career and life success. About the Department of Computer Sciences The Department of Computer Sciences is a dynamic and innovative department, with 12 full-time tenure-track/tenured and lecturing professors. Our faculty members are recognized leaders in their fields, frequently interviewed by TV programs for their expert insights and have received prestigious NSF funding and external industry funding. Our faculty members are actively engaged in many conferences, including in Computer Science Research and Computer Science Education. The department offers BS in Computer Science, BS in Data Science and Machine Learning, as well as interdisciplinary programs in Cybersecurity. Additionally, the department is home to numerous student clubs that foster community, innovation, and professional development among our students. Position Summary Join MSU Denver's forward-thinking Cybersecurity Master's Program as a part-time affiliate instructor, contributing to a curriculum that blends academic rigor with industry relevance. Responsibilities Teach graduate-level courses in cybersecurity Develop and update curriculum to reflect cutting-edge industry practices Engage in collaborative teaching and learning experiences An affiliate faculty member's duties include but are not limited to: teaching assigned classes in person or online by delivering course content to students, preparing course materials and lesson plans, grading student work, providing students with robust feedback in a timely manner, addressing student questions consistent with university, college/school, and department policies, and providing online or in-person academic support to students as needed and appropriate for the teaching assignment. Required Qualifications Doctorate in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Computer Information Systems, Cybersecurity, or related field preferred. Alternatively, a master's degree in the above fields combined with minimum three years of industry experience in cybersecurity Demonstrated ability in education, technical skills, creative problem-solving, teamwork, and implementing cybersecurity solutions Excellent communication skills and familiarity with national cybersecurity educational frameworks Preferred Qualifications Industry and higher education teaching experience Relevant cybersecurity certifications Terms of Employment Affiliate faculty are part-time, at-will employees hired to teach on a per credit hour basis for specific classes, usually on a semester-by-semester basis. Diversity Statement Metropolitan State University of Denver is a unique, access-oriented campus community that values diversity, equity, and inclusion in all its forms. We create an equitable learning and working environment in concert with individuals who consistently demonstrate commitment to equity and inclusion. MSU Denver is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace that is free from discrimination and harassment. The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. #J-18808-Ljbffr ISACA