Cybersecurity Adjunct Instructor

WHO YOU ARE You are Driven to Succeed. You are energetic and passionate about a diverse student body that includes many first-generation students who are new to a college environment.

To be successful teaching in this program, you must be committed to excellence in teaching and learning in Higher Education. The position requires you to be agile, creative and engaging while offering a new curriculum and an unparalleled experience to undergraduate students.

Enthusiastic candidates have the belief that all students can be successful students. As an active team member you believe in a supportive environment and a student-driven culture.

You Offer Best-in-Class Teaching. You have a deep respect for education and the power that it holds. Each term, you will facilitate blended classes that utilize technology and data to drive instruction.

You know how to break down complex information into clear objectives, and you understand that learning happens best when students are applying their knowledge and skills to authentic situations.

You seek to ensure all students in your class sessions are participating and demonstrating the learning objectives. You Love Cybersecurity You have made a career of cybersecurity and are passionate about perfecting your approach to protecting systems and data.

You utilize threat intelligence and AI to enhance your work and are excited to support others in doing the same. You see the potential that a strong start in cybersecurity could have in launching an Accelerate U learner's career, and you are fired up to see more people, from diverse backgrounds, enter the field with the knowledge and skills to succeed.

You Are Ready To Make an Impact. Each and every day, this program changes lives. You want to be a part of that meaningful work.

You will work with a dedicated team of Coaches and Instructors, the Accelerate U Program Team, to determine how to personalize the learning experience for your students.

You are committed to fostering a growth mindset among your students, nurturing academic confidence, and preparing students for their professional pathways Essential Responsibilities Collaborate to develop an effective student experience for students.

Facilitate courses assigned by delivering in-person instruction consisting of in-person class sessions on Mondays and Wednesdays (9am - 5pm) Utilize technology-based teaching platforms, including D2L (our LMS), to assign and assess student work.

Maintain current and active knowledge of best practices in cybersecurity. Communicate professionally, relate well, and share a passion for college success for diverse learners.

Participate in weekly virtual meetings with a Career Coach (who supports learners in the program) and Accelerate U Staff to report student progress and obstacles.

Empower students to develop competency by sharing a passion for the subject and the skills. Promote student success by showing flexibility in delivery and work schedule to provide student support, as well as, exhibit a passion for teaching and engaging students in the learning process.

Qualifications Bachelor's degree or higher in cybersecurity, computer science, or a closely related field (strongly preferred) CompTIA Security+ certified 3+ years of professional experience in the tech industry in a security role. 2+ years of teaching/coaching others in the field (preferred) Experience with online/digital tools for teaching (preferred) Technology proficient.

Excellent facilitation and classroom management skills in in-person modalities. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Excellent time management skills.

Agility. Ability to work with a highly diverse faculty and student body. Willingness/ability to use data to inform instruction.

NLU Inclusion Statement: National Louis University is deeply committed to serving its community, advancing access and equity, and ensuring that all individuals are welcomed and valued.

Our institution values Adjunct Faculty's role in advancing our teaching mission and preparing our students for successful careers. Adjunct Faculty have access to training resources for professional development, access to shared governance as a part of our Adjunct Council, retirement plans, educational opportunities, and paid time off.

A more complete list of Adjunct Faculty Benefits can be found here . Adjunct Faculty are paid by course or assignment each term. These rates vary by college and number of credit hours for the course/assignment.

While the specific amount will be indicated in an electronic contract that is issued to the Adjunct Faculty member when the course is assigned, an overview of standard rate structure is available below: 2025 Adjunct Faculty Rate Structure Application Instructions Please Include the following with your Application: Curriculum Vitae/Resume, required Transcripts/Certificates (Official or Unofficial) Official Transcripts for all related degrees, licenses/certificates will be required upon hire Optional Additional Attachments: Teaching Philosophy Sample Syllabus Additional Licenses/Certifications Course Evaluat