Kennesaw State University
Assistant Professor of Information Systems and Security (FinTech)
Kennesaw State University, Kennesaw, Georgia, us, 30156
Overview
Job Title: Assistant Professor of Information Systems and Security (FinTech). Location: Kennesaw, Georgia. Regular, Full-Time. Job ID: 285813. About Us: Kennesaw State University has a long-standing commitment to entrepreneurial spirit and community. Located just north of Atlanta, the university operates on two metro-Atlanta campuses (Kennesaw and Marietta) and serves more than 46,000 students. It is a Carnegie-designated doctoral research institution (R2) and a member of the University System of Georgia. The university emphasizes student-centered, research-driven teaching, and supports a strategic plan for 2024-2025. For more information, visit the university website. Location details: Kennesaw campus — 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144. Marietta campus — 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060. Department Information
The Department of Information Systems and Security offers programs that integrate business and technology, preparing graduates to translate business strategies into effective capabilities. Our labs and agile teaching approach help students develop secure systems and achieve career success. Job Summary
Kennesaw State University is accepting applications for full-time, tenure-track faculty positions as Assistant Professor of Information Systems and Security in the Department of Information Systems and Security, with a preferred start date of August 2026. These are nine-month contracted positions, located in the state of Georgia. Responsibilities
Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in areas including FinTech innovation, digital payments, blockchain technologies, AI applications in finance, financial cybersecurity, and related topics. Conduct research and scholarship in information systems. Provide professional service to the Department, College, and University. Teaching load is 3/3, negotiable and adjustable to 3/2 or 2/2 based on research productivity. Summer support for new faculty may be available for up to 3 years. Teaching assignments will be based on earned degrees and SACSCOC Faculty Credentials Guidelines. Required Qualifications
A doctorate, or foreign equivalent, in Business Administration, Information Systems, Information Security, Cybersecurity, Management Science, or a related discipline, is required. Note: The required degree must be earned by the start date. Preferred Qualifications
Doctorate from an AACSB-accredited college/school. Prior teaching experience (in-person, online, or hybrid). Documentation of FinTech teaching. Record of research accomplishments. Required Documents to Attach
CV Cover Letter Teaching and Research Philosophy Unofficial Transcripts (Official Transcripts and Official International Course-by-Course Evaluations Due Upon Hire) Names, phone numbers, and email addresses of at least 3 references Incomplete applications will not be considered. Apply By Date
Review of applications will begin immediately. For full consideration, apply by September 30, 2025. Contact Information
For questions about this faculty opening, contact Dr. Mia Plachkinova at mplachki@kennesaw.edu. For technical support or assistance completing a job application, contact the Shared Services Center at (877) 251-2644 or support@usg.edu. For questions about a specific job posting, contact the search chair listed in the posting. For general faculty job questions, email facultyjobs@kennesaw.edu. USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia emphasizes Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. Details on policies and conduct are available online at the USG policy manuals. Equal Employment Opportunity
Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The university prohibits harassment or discrimination based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran/military status. For more information, contact the Office of Institutional Equity at eeo@kennesaw.edu. Background Check
Final candidates will undergo a criminal background check as per USG policy. Some positions may require additional screenings (e.g., motor vehicle report, credit check, pre-employment drug screening, credential verification). All applicants must include professional references. Certain positions may require additional screenings. For background check policy details, see the USG manual linked in the job posting.
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Job Title: Assistant Professor of Information Systems and Security (FinTech). Location: Kennesaw, Georgia. Regular, Full-Time. Job ID: 285813. About Us: Kennesaw State University has a long-standing commitment to entrepreneurial spirit and community. Located just north of Atlanta, the university operates on two metro-Atlanta campuses (Kennesaw and Marietta) and serves more than 46,000 students. It is a Carnegie-designated doctoral research institution (R2) and a member of the University System of Georgia. The university emphasizes student-centered, research-driven teaching, and supports a strategic plan for 2024-2025. For more information, visit the university website. Location details: Kennesaw campus — 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144. Marietta campus — 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060. Department Information
The Department of Information Systems and Security offers programs that integrate business and technology, preparing graduates to translate business strategies into effective capabilities. Our labs and agile teaching approach help students develop secure systems and achieve career success. Job Summary
Kennesaw State University is accepting applications for full-time, tenure-track faculty positions as Assistant Professor of Information Systems and Security in the Department of Information Systems and Security, with a preferred start date of August 2026. These are nine-month contracted positions, located in the state of Georgia. Responsibilities
Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in areas including FinTech innovation, digital payments, blockchain technologies, AI applications in finance, financial cybersecurity, and related topics. Conduct research and scholarship in information systems. Provide professional service to the Department, College, and University. Teaching load is 3/3, negotiable and adjustable to 3/2 or 2/2 based on research productivity. Summer support for new faculty may be available for up to 3 years. Teaching assignments will be based on earned degrees and SACSCOC Faculty Credentials Guidelines. Required Qualifications
A doctorate, or foreign equivalent, in Business Administration, Information Systems, Information Security, Cybersecurity, Management Science, or a related discipline, is required. Note: The required degree must be earned by the start date. Preferred Qualifications
Doctorate from an AACSB-accredited college/school. Prior teaching experience (in-person, online, or hybrid). Documentation of FinTech teaching. Record of research accomplishments. Required Documents to Attach
CV Cover Letter Teaching and Research Philosophy Unofficial Transcripts (Official Transcripts and Official International Course-by-Course Evaluations Due Upon Hire) Names, phone numbers, and email addresses of at least 3 references Incomplete applications will not be considered. Apply By Date
Review of applications will begin immediately. For full consideration, apply by September 30, 2025. Contact Information
For questions about this faculty opening, contact Dr. Mia Plachkinova at mplachki@kennesaw.edu. For technical support or assistance completing a job application, contact the Shared Services Center at (877) 251-2644 or support@usg.edu. For questions about a specific job posting, contact the search chair listed in the posting. For general faculty job questions, email facultyjobs@kennesaw.edu. USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia emphasizes Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. Details on policies and conduct are available online at the USG policy manuals. Equal Employment Opportunity
Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The university prohibits harassment or discrimination based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran/military status. For more information, contact the Office of Institutional Equity at eeo@kennesaw.edu. Background Check
Final candidates will undergo a criminal background check as per USG policy. Some positions may require additional screenings (e.g., motor vehicle report, credit check, pre-employment drug screening, credential verification). All applicants must include professional references. Certain positions may require additional screenings. For background check policy details, see the USG manual linked in the job posting.
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