Part-Time Lecturer - Cybersecurity Workforce Development

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Belknap Campus Time Type:

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R108159 Position Description:

The University of Louisville (UofL) is seeking Information Technology Practitioners working in or who have experience with cybersecurity-related issues and topics within the industry. These professionals will serve as Part-Time Lecturers in the current NSA Cybersecurity Workforce Certificate Program and as needed, support digital literacy programs and IT certification programs.

The Cybersecurity Workforce program enrolls students with the opportunity to earn a Cybersecurity Certificate comprised of three levels of curriculum incorporating technology industry badges (IBM, Microsoft, Google). The program is currently delivered through an asynchronous, instructor-facilitated online module system.

The role supports instructional delivery and program outlined by the grant or program. The ideal candidate will have relevant experience with cybersecurity, information technology, or related workforce education and digital literacy initiatives.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Facilitate asynchronous online instruction by guiding students through course content, activities, and assessments

Provide timely feedback, academic support, and clarification to students via the learning management system

Monitor student progress and engagement, intervening as appropriate to support successful course completion

Maintain accurate course records, grades, and required documentation in accordance with university policies

Collaborate with program leadership to ensure instructional quality, curriculum alignment, and continuous improvement

Minimum Requirements

Associate’s degree in CIS, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, or a closely related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Current, relevant CompTIA certification(s) aligned with the curriculum being instructed (A+, Network+, Cloud+, Security+, PenTest+)

Effective oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills

Ability to work independently in an asynchronous instructional environment

Proficiency in MS Office and learning management systems

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree in CIS, Computer Engineering, or a related field

Industry experience in cybersecurity or information technology

Prior online or asynchronous teaching or training experience

Experience with workforce education, certification, or credential-based programs

Competencies

Instructional Effectiveness

Student Support

Organization

Collaboration

Flexibility

Work Ethic

Interpersonal Skills

Knowledge of Higher Education

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Louisville is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. The University strives to provide equal employment opportunity on the basis of merit and without unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, sex, age, color, national origin, ethnicity, creed, religion, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, veteran status, marital status, or pregnancy. In accordance with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Vietnam Era Veteran Readjustment Act of 1974, the University prohibits job discrimination of individuals with disabilities, Vietnam era veterans, qualified special disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, and other protected veterans. The University acknowledges its obligations to ensure affirmative steps are taken to ensure equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment. It is the policy of the University that no employee or applicant for employment be subject to unlawful discrimination in terms of recruitment, hiring, promotion, contract, contract renewal, tenure, compensation, benefits, and/or working conditions. No employee or applicant for employment is required to endorse or condemn a specific ideology, political viewpoint, or social viewpoint to be eligible for hiring, contract renewal, tenure, or promotion.

Consistent with applicable law, demographic information is collected for aggregate reporting requirements. Demographic information provided through this application is not available to hiring managers/committees and is not considered in hiring or employment decisions.

Assistance and Accommodations

Computers are available for application submission at the Human Resources Department located at 2315 South First Street Walk, Room 02C - Louisville, Kentucky 40292.

If you require assistance or accommodation with our online application process, please contact us by email at employment@louisville.edu or by phone 502-852-6258.