Job Description

Position Summary
Position Summary:

The ­­­­­Cybersecurity/Information Technology faculty position supports the Information Technology and Cybersecurity programs and strategic operation of the Computing and Business Technology Department. Computing and Business Technology Department faculty work as members of an instructional team of full- and part-time colleagues to consistently deliver high quality instruction to students. Faculty are expected to teach 15 credits per semester, demonstrate innovation and excellence in curriculum and co-curricular planning, foster an atmosphere of active intellectual and creative engagement in and out of the classroom, and contribute to the advancement and overall welfare of the College community. Faculty will use varying styles and approaches that reflect an understanding and acceptance of the role of culture in a diverse, multicultural workplace.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Teach core introductory and general education courses in computer science, information technology, data science, programming, game development, cybersecurity, or related fields.
2. Facilitate student mastery of core learning outcomes using the most relevant and scholarly tools available.
3. Contribute to the development, planning, and implementation of a high quality curriculum.
4. Actively engage students in critical thinking, meta-cognitive processes, and advancement of critical communication skills.
5. Model and cultivate open-minded inquiry, an appreciation for diverse perspectives, and creative problem-solving.
6. Provide service to the College and community to support and enhance the College mission.
7. Serve on committees and participate in department meetings.
8. Maintain currency in academic discipline and pedagogy by actively participating in professional organizations at the state, regional, and national levels and by engaging in other professional development opportunities.
9. Appreciate and articulate the value of a strong general education program and use that framework to mentor adjunct faculty members and students.
10. Uphold and contribute to the Frederick Community College Strategic Plan.
Required Minimum Qualifications
1. Master’s Degree in in one of the following disciplines: Cybersecurity, IT, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Information Systems, or Data Science
2. Experience teaching in multiple areas related to Cybersecurity
3. Previous work experience related to Cybersecurity (Preferred), Networking, IT
Desired Qualifications
1. Experience in teaching Cybersecurity, Networking
2. Adaptability in deploying cutting-edge software in teaching Cybersecurity (Preferred), Information Technology, Information Security, data science and gaming courses
3. Ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community
4. Experience or interest in alternative instructional modes related to both classroom instruction and distributed learning