Instructor - Cybersecurity

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Job Description

The CSN CIT Cybersecurity program is looking for part-time instructors for instructing in Cybersecurity/network security courses. Teaching assignments may include classroom courses based in any of the three CSN locations: Charleston, North Las Vegas, and Henderson OR remote course based on availability.

Responsibilities of a Part-Time Cybersecurity Instructor in the Computing and Information Technology department include but are not limited to:

• Lecture and Lab instruction for Information Technology Courses. Course assignments may be multi-campus with the possibility of day, evening and/or weekend classes. Courses may be delivered online, or be delivered as a hybrid, online and in person.

• Develop Lesson Plans, and course materials in conjunction with Program Director Evaluate student mastery of skills and competencies required by course outcomes.

• Provide an excellent teaching experience as well as student advisement, recruitment activities and program/curriculum development.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited College/University (technical, business or other 4-year degree that might be appropriate) in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.

• Teaching experience at the College ,University , or at a workplace

Preferred Qualifications

• At least 2 years of practical experience working in cybersecurity roles such as security analyst, network security engineer, or penetration tester.

• Experience with areas such as threat analysis, incident response, ethical hacking, network security, risk management, or security operations.

• Familiarity with industry tools (e.g., Wireshark, Nmap, Kali Linux, SIEM platforms, etc.) and the latest cybersecurity trends and technologies.

• Master’s or terminal/doctorate degree in computer science, cybersecurity, or related field.

• Experience with any Learning Management System (e.g. Canvas, Blackboard, etc.)

• Familiarity with Mac, Windows, and Linux

• CompTIA Security+ or similar foundational certifications.

• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP).

• Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH).

• Certified Information Security Manager (CISM).

• Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP).

• Certified Network Defender (CND).

• Other cybersecurity certifications relevant to the area being taught (e.g., penetration testing, network security, cloud security).

Salary

$925.00 Per instructional unit

Exempt

Yes

Full-Time Equivalent 

40.0%

Required Attachment(s)

To be considered for this position, please upload the following documents to your application:

Posting Close Date

06/30/2027

Note to Applicant

Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications. The search committee will use this information during the initial review of application materials.  

All document(s) must be received by 11:59 p.m. the day prior to the closing date posted on the job announcement.

This position may require that a criminal background check be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.  

As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.  

Schedules are subject to change based on organizational needs.  

CSN is responsive to serving the educational needs of a diverse and ever-changing community. CSN employs only U.S. citizens and aliens authorized to work in the U.S. CSN does not sponsor aliens applying for faculty, professional staff, or management positions (H-1B Visas) in the absence of exceptional circumstances as defined by the USCIS.