Adjunct Faculty – Cybersecurity for Systems and Networks

UMGC Ventures

. Teach cybersecurity courses including Introduction to Cybersecurity, Cybersecurity Threats and Analysis, Cybersecurity for Systems and Networks, Cybersecurity Attack Prevention Strategies, and Cybersecurity Exploitation Methodologies .

Posted 11/2/2026part-timeRemoteMid-LevelSenior💰 $1,347 - $1,645 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

Role fit

Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in teaching cybersecurity courses and maintaining an engaging online learning environment for adult learners. Possesses a terminal degree in Computer Science or a related field, along with professional experience in Computer Networking and Security.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Terminal Degree In Computer ScienceProfessional Experience In Computer Networking And SecurityExperience Teaching Adult LearnersStudent-Centered ApproachOnline Asynchronous Teaching

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Hard Skills

Cybersecurity Course DevelopmentCybersecurity Threat AnalysisCybersecurity Attack PreventionCybersecurity Exploitation MethodologiesData Tools For Monitoring Engagement

Soft Skills

EmpathyFlexibilityProfessional IntegrityCultural Responsiveness

Industry Keywords

CybersecurityAdult LearningOnline EducationPostsecondary TeachingInclusive Learning Environment

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Teach cybersecurity courses including Introduction to Cybersecurity, Cybersecurity Threats and Analysis, Cybersecurity for Systems and Networks, Cybersecurity Attack Prevention Strategies, and Cybersecurity Exploitation Methodologies
Maintain an active classroom presence at least 5 days per week
Introduce yourself with a welcome announcement and drive discussions
Enrich the pre-built curriculum with professional expertise and real-world examples
Foster an inclusive, culturally responsive environment for adult learners
Respond to learner inquiries and return feedback consistently
Post final grades within expected timeframes
Use data tools to monitor student engagement and proactively contact at-risk students
Collaborate with success coaches, academic staff, and portfolio directors to refer struggling students to support resources
Participate in the faculty community, Program Hub, and ongoing training
Teach 100% online and asynchronously in 8-week, 3-credit sessions, typically serving 25–35 students

Requirements

What you’ll need

Terminal degree in Computer Science or a related field from an accredited institution of higher learning
Professional experience in Computer Networking and Security
Applicants must have and be able to maintain their own legal status in the country in which they apply to teach
Student-centered approach rooted in empathy, flexibility, professional integrity, and cultural responsiveness
Resume/Curriculum Vitae
Unofficial transcripts
Cover letter highly preferred
International degrees may require translation/degree evaluation from a NACES-approved vendor if selected
Preferred: experience teaching adult learners in an online, asynchronous environment
Preferred: prior postsecondary teaching experience
Preferred: active engagement in the discipline's professional community

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health care, medical with vision, dental, and prescription plans for individuals and families
Term Life Insurance
Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
Supplemental retirement plans including 401(k), 403(b), 457(b), and Roth options
Comprehensive online orientation for newly hired faculty
Ongoing, cost-free professional development opportunities
Standardized rubrics, OER materials, library resources, and digital textbooks provided at no cost
100% asynchronous flexibility with self-directed daily hours
Equal opportunity and workplace accommodation support