Lecturer or Assistant Teaching Professor of Cybersecurity
 The Pennsylvania State University | |
remote work
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 United States, Pennsylvania, Harrisburg | |
 Sep 17, 2025 | |
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location.For additional information on remote work at Penn State, seeNotice to Out of State Applicants. This is a term position; length of the term will be discussed during the interview process. Continuation past the termlengthdiscussed willbebasedonuniversityneed,performance,and/oravailabilityoffunding.POSITION SPECIFICS The School of Business Administration at Penn State Harrisburg is seeking qualied applicants for a Lecturer or Assistant Teaching Professor of Cybersecurity (non-tenure line) to begin January 2026. The successful candidate will combine a strong background in cybersecurity and network security with a commitment to innovative teaching and student success. We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated individual who shares our commitment to teaching, scholarly pursuits, and service. The successful candidate will also contribute to our efforts to create a welcoming and inclusive learning environment for students and engage in scholarly and service activities supporting institutional goals. The School of Business Administration is AACSB-accredited. For more information, please visit our website at harrisburg.psu.edu/business-administration. Responsibilities: The primary responsibilities of the Lecturer or Assistant Teaching Professor of Cybersecurity include: Teaching: Specic job responsibilities include teaching undergraduate courses in cybersecurity, security, and risk analysis. These courses are taught in-person and synchronously. Primary teaching areas include the following: digital networking and network security, cybersecurity and cyber forensics, security and malware analytics, and risk management. Secondary teaching areas could include the following: static and dynamic malware analysis, cyber defensive techniques, cybersecurity-related machine learning, programming skills (Java & Python), and database technology. Scholarship: All Penn State Faculty are expected to maintain their pedagogical skills and scholarly relevance via appropriate activities in their field. Service: All faculty are expected to contribute to service activities in their school, at the college and university level, as well as external professional and community engagement. Qualications: Preferred candidates will hold a doctorate in cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related eld with specialization in cybersecurity and network security.Candidates with a master's degree in cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related eld and who possess security-related certications (CISSP, CISM, CEH, OSCP, CCNA, etc.) are strongly encouraged to apply. To start at the rank of Assistant Teaching Professor (as opposed to Lecturer), the successful candidate must receive a relevant terminal degree prior to appointment. Application Process: Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is lled. Please visit Penn State's Human Resources website https://hr.psu.edu/careers, and submit the following documents: Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae, Statement of Teaching Philosophy, and Contact information for three references. Penn State Harrisburg is a campus of the Pennsylvania State University, the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's land-grant institution, serving more than 85,000 students. Penn State Harrisburg, the Capital College, enrolls 4,600 students in residential instruction and an additional 1,000 students in programs delivered online via the University's World Campus. Penn State Harrisburg offers more than 67 undergraduate and graduate programs and many opportunities to expand learning beyond the classroom. The college also offers the rst two years of study leading to more than 275 baccalaureate majors available throughout Penn State. Additionally, the campus participates in nine online degree offerings (six graduate and three undergraduate) through Penn State World Campus, and offers accelerated undergraduate/graduate programs, joint degrees in collaboration with Penn State Dickinson Law and the Penn State College of Medicine, and continuing education opportunities. BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.BENEFITS Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional wellbeing. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children.For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page. CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here. EEO IS THE LAW Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. 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