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Inside Higher Ed is hiring: Part-time Faculty Cybersecurity Instructor in German

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Part-time Faculty Cybersecurity Instructor

Montgomery College is seeking part-time faculty members to teach Cybersecurity at the Takoma Park, Silver Spring, Germantown, and Rockville campuses. We are looking for enthusiastic instructors with professionalism, a strong commitment to students, and the ability to motivate and educate in an engaging manner.

Duties And Responsibilities
  • Teach undergraduate cybersecurity courses (introductory and advanced), including but not limited to:
  • NWIT 173 - Network Security
  • NWIT 245 - Defending the Network [Blue Team]
  • NWIT 263 - Introduction to Digital Forensics
  • NWIT 230 - Intro to Cyber Ops
  • NWIT 246 - Attacker Tools and Techniques [Red Team]
  • NWIT 247 - Introduction to Incident Response
  • NWIT 275 - Wi-Fi Pen Testing
  • NWIT 291 - Cybersecurity Capstone
  • Design and deliver curriculum that emphasizes real-world, applied skills, including labs, simulations, and project-based learning.
  • Develop and update course materials to reflect current industry trends, tools, and best practices.
  • Engage students through hands-on instruction using current cybersecurity tools, frameworks, and environments.
  • Provide timely and constructive feedback to support student growth and success.
  • Maintain appropriate records of student performance and submit grades in a timely manner according to institutional policies.
  • Collaborate with department faculty and staff to support student learning outcomes and program goals.
  • Conduct assigned classes in accordance with the catalog description, the master course syllabus, and the stipulations of the College.
  • Be available for student consultation and participate, when possible, in departmental meetings.
  • Hold every scheduled class, including the final examination, for the full scheduled duration in the scheduled location.
  • Maintain standards of teaching consistent with the standards of the department and the College.
  • Submit a copy of the syllabi, along with the course materials, to the department.
  • Submit midterm and final grades on time and return final exams to the department.
Required Qualifications
  • Bachelors degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
  • Minimum of 3 years of direct, hands-on industry experience in cybersecurity roles (e.g., security analyst, penetration tester, incident responder, SOC engineer)
  • Proficiency in practical cybersecurity tools and techniques (e.g., Windows, Kali Linux, Wireshark, Metasploit, networking, firewalls)
  • Ability to communicate complex concepts clearly to diverse learners
  • Commitment to promoting belonging, inclusion, and multicultural competence; willing to contribute to the Colleges inclusion plan
  • Faculty members should have access to a personal computer with antivirus protection and internet access outside of work location; Montgomery College provides an email account and learning platform access; if no personal computer is available, notify the department chair at interview
  • Must be eligible to work in the United States without a sponsor
Preferred Qualifications
  • Two years of college-level teaching or equivalent instructional experience
  • Masters degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
  • Current industry certifications (e.g., CompTIA Security+, CISSP, CEH, OSCP)
  • Proficiency in virtualization (especially Type 2), digital forensics, and IDS/IPS systems
  • Experience with online or hybrid instruction and learning management systems (e.g., Canvas, Blackboard)
  • Experience designing and/or setting up hands-on labs

For degrees earned outside the U.S., include a education equivalency evaluation. Employees must live in Maryland or a state with payroll reciprocity (DC, VA, PA, WV, DE, MA). As a condition of employment, background check and degree verification may be required.

If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, contact Human Resources and Strategic Talent Management at 240-567-5353 or HRSTM@montgomerycollege.edu. We require at least two weeks advance notice to provide accommodation.

Montgomery College is an equal opportunity employer promoting diversity and is tobacco-free.

Closing Date Tuesday, September 30, 2025

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