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The Tillman School of Business is seeking applicants for a full-time (9.5 month) cybersecurity and computer information systems faculty
position beginning Spring 2023 (January 3, 2023 start date). The desired candidate should have qualifications enabling them to teach
undergraduate courses in cybersecurity, management information systems (MIS), and/or computer science (CS). Candidates ideally will have
professional experience in addition to academic experience in these areas. In addition to highly effective teaching and advising, faculty
members UMO faculty work with students through the cybersecurity club or other student related activities/organizations.
The
successful candidate will be responsible for teaching undergraduate and graduate courses delivered in both seated and online formats.
Candidates should demonstrate success as an instructor in the application of innovative and hands on teaching techniques. Applicants ideally
will possess experience and/or certificates that allow the application of principles and theories related to the field of study. Candidates
will be encouraged to network with local business and organizations to establish internship opportunities for students.
The
ideal candidate will commit to the mission of the Tillman School of Business and the University of Mount Olive Covenant. The candidate will
participate in Tillman School of Business activities including collegiate events, service to the university, and community involvement.
Minimum Qualifications:
Candidates must have a master’s degree in MIS/IS/CS or a closely related
field with professional experience in cybersecurity. Applicant should be able to teach courses at the undergraduate level in cybersecurity,
e.g., information and network security, ethical hacking, and IT risk management. To be credentialed an individual must possess 18 graduate
hours in at least one of these disciplines – MIS/IS/CS and/or have professional work experience that justifies adequate knowledge of
the subject matter.
Preferred Qualifications
A Ph.D. or equivalent in one of the following teaching
disciplines: Computer science, cybersecurity, computer information systems, information systems, or management information systems.
Compensation and Academic Rank
Commensurate with education and experience. UMO offers a competitive fringe benefit
program including health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
Review of the applications will begin immediately and
continue until this position is filled.
To Apply: Send cover letter, teaching philosophy, list of three references, and undergraduate
and graduate transcripts.
