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Touro University

Private Jewish university in New York, NY

Adjunct Faculty - Cybersecurity, AI Governance, Risk & Auditing

Higher Education FacultyConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeNew York, NY, USA$5.2k - $6.5k /mo

About the Job

Requirements

  • A master's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Assurance, Information Systems, Computer Science, or a closely related field from an accredited institution is required.
  • Professional certifications such as Certified Information Systems Security Professional, Certified Information Security Manager, Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control, Certified Information Systems Auditor, ISO 27001 Lead Auditor or Implementer, or similar are required.
  • A minimum of 3–5 years of professional experience in cybersecurity governance, risk management, compliance, auditing, or related roles is required.
  • Demonstrated experience working with cybersecurity frameworks such as the NIST Cybersecurity Framework and NIST Risk Management Framework, and/or compliance standards such as ISO 27001, SOC 2, and NIST 800-53.
  • Familiarity with AI governance frameworks and regulatory trends, including the NIST AI Risk Management Framework or equivalent.
  • Experience conducting or supporting audits, risk assessments, or compliance initiatives.
  • Strong understanding of enterprise risk management and governance practices.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, particularly in producing professional reports and documentation.
  • Ability to teach in an asynchronous online environment using a learning management system such as Canvas, Blackboard, or Moodle.
  • Commitment to student engagement, timely feedback, and academic integrity.
  • Willingness to commute to 3 Times Square for live synchronous classes at least seven times a semester.
  • Ability to use a computer and sit or stand for a three-hour class.

Responsibilities

  • Teach assigned graduate cybersecurity courses in an asynchronous online format with required in-person engagement.
  • Facilitate applied learning through case studies, audit simulations, and governance-based exercises.
  • Guide students through real-world risk management, compliance, and audit workflows.
  • Provide timely, actionable feedback on assignments and assessments.
  • Support development of professional documentation, reporting, and governance communication skills.
  • Maintain and update course materials within the learning management system.
  • Align instruction with evolving regulatory standards and industry frameworks.
  • Teach foundational cybersecurity frameworks including the NIST Cybersecurity Framework and NIST Risk Management Framework, and their application in enterprise environments.
  • Introduce AI-specific governance models, including the NIST AI Risk Management Framework and global regulatory approaches such as the European Union AI Act.
  • Explain how frameworks are structured, including functions, categories, and controls, and how they integrate into enterprise risk management programs.
  • Develop students' ability to identify, assess, and prioritize risk across traditional information technology systems and artificial intelligence-enabled systems.
  • Cover governance concepts including policy development, control selection, risk treatment, and stakeholder alignment.
  • Use case studies to demonstrate how organizations operationalize frameworks in security, compliance, and business decision-making contexts.
  • Prepare students for auditor-level competency in information security and AI governance environments.
  • Teach principles of auditing aligned to standards such as ISO 27001/27002, SOC 2, and emerging AI governance controls.
  • Cover the full audit lifecycle, including planning, scoping, evidence collection, control testing, reporting, and follow-up.
  • Emphasize risk-based auditing, including evaluating control effectiveness and identifying gaps in traditional and AI systems.
  • Train students in governance structures, compliance requirements, and regulatory expectations across industries.
  • Incorporate audit simulations and case-based exercises reflecting real organizational and regulated environments.
  • Develop skills in documenting findings, managing nonconformities, and recommending corrective actions and continuous improvement.
  • Maintain a consistent online presence and facilitate courses delivered primarily in an asynchronous online format.

Desired Qualifications

  • A doctoral degree in a related field is preferred.

About the Company

Touro University

Private Jewish university in New York, NY

Touro University is a private, nonprofit institution in New York with undergraduate, graduate and professional education rooted in Jewish scholarship and service to the wider community. Its schools teach liberal arts, business, technology, education, law and Jewish studies, alongside medicine, dentistry, pharmacy and other health professions. The Lander Colleges accommodate Jewish religious commitments, while other divisions serve a broader mix of learners and its network includes affiliated medical schools in other states. Academic programs combine classroom learning with research, clinical training and professional practice. Chartered in 1970, Touro opened to students in 1971 and has its headquarters in New York, New York.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
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Headquarters
New York, NY
Founded
1971

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