Description

Summary
Johnston Community College is looking for a faculty member to lead our students into the future of Information Technology / Cybersecurity as part of the Business and Applied Technologies division. Instructors in Cybersecurity provides accessible, quality learning experiences within the classroom, laboratory, clinical, and/or distance learning settings; facilitates the learning process to help students be successful; provides accurate, quality academic and career advisement for students; seeks professional development opportunities to implement best practices in teaching within their discipline area; maintains office hours according to institutional policy; completes required course assessments and documentation in an accurate and timely manner; attends college meetings, student activities, institutional functions; and contributes to the development of curriculum courses and programs.
This is a 9.5M position

Knowledge & Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:

Teaches and instructs classes; conducts learning activities.
Prepares lesson activities; prepares and oversees projects.
Evaluates and grades students' class work, laboratory work, assignments, and papers.
Maintains student attendance records, grades, and other required records.
Prepares course materials such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts.
Compiles, administers, and grades examinations.
Maintains functionality and inventory of lab areas and equipment.
Assists in maintaining the onsite Testing Center.
Advises students in curriculum pathways, as well as, continuing education courses leading to industry certification.
Maintains security of desktops, laptops, servers, tools, and equipment.
Maintains Microsoft® Windows™ operating systems on 46-60 client systems and 8-12 servers.
Assists in maintaining VMWare® server and virtual machine environment.
Assists in maintaining NDG NetLab+ VE server for virtualized, web presence for internal and external labs.
Develops additional, meaningful opportunities for Information Technology students including, but not limited to, clubs, IT Academy, internships, guest speakers, etc.
Attends and pursues meaningful professional development opportunities to keep current with content and pedagogy to utilize in teaching.
Be proactive in recruiting and maintaining relationships with advisory board members with a broad representation from the Johnston County community.
Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:
This instructor may mentor IT adjunct instructors.

Minimum & Preferred Qualifications

Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education Minimum: Associate degree in Systems Security, Cyber Security, Information Technology, Information Assurance, or a related field from a regionally accredited university. One or more currently industry-recognized certifications within the fields of cyber security such as Security+ CE, CCNA Cyber Ops, CCNP Security, CEH, CASP, CISSP, CySA, or SCP. At least one year of industry experience in network or cyber security, emphasis in Linux and other open-source programs and technologies. At least one year of industry experience with security-related software tools, such as ForeScout, Nessus, Palo Alto, Splunk, tcpdump, or Wireshark

Experience Minimum: One-year teaching experience. Two years managing computer network(s) or server system administration. One or more currently industry-recognized certifications within the fields of cyber security such as Security+ CE, CCNA Cyber Ops, CCNP Security, CEH, CASP, CISSP, CySA, or SCP. At least one year of industry experience in network or cyber security, emphasis in Linux and other open-source programs and technologies. At least one year of industry experience with security-related software tools, such as ForeScout, Nessus, Palo Alto, Splunk, tcpdump, or Wireshark.

Education Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in Systems Security, Cyber Security, Information Technology, Information Assurance, or a related field from a regionally accredited university. Current certifications within the fields of Information Technology. (Network+, Linux+, CCNA, RHCSA, Security+ CE, CCNA Cyber Ops, CCNP Security, CEH, CASP, CISSP, CySA, SCP, etc.) Experience teaching at the community college and/or training in the field of Cyber Security. Experience and/or fundamental knowledge of programming in Python, Java, and/or C.

Experience Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in Systems Security, Cyber Security, Information Technology, Information Assurance, or a related field from a regionally accredited university. Current certifications within the fields of Information Technology. (Network+, Linux+, CCNA, RHCSA, Security+ CE, CCNA Cyber Ops, CCNP Security, CEH, CASP, CISSP, CySA, SCP, etc.) Experience teaching at the community college and/or training in the field of Cyber Security. Experience and/or fundamental knowledge of programming in Python, Java, and/or C.

Additional Information

Language Skills

Effective written and verbal communication

Mathematical Skills

Knowledge of number systems (binary, octal, and hexadecimal) and how to subnet in both IP(v4) and IPv6

Reasoning Ability

Ability to use effective critical thinking, problem solving and decision making skills

Computer Skills

Knowledge of Operating Systems: Microsoft® Windows™ 10; Windows Server™ 2012R2, 2016, 2019; Red Hat Enterprise Linux 7, 8; Ubuntu
Knowledge of Computer Hardware (equivalent to CompTIA A+) consistent to build and troubleshoot
Additional familiarity with Sophos® UTM systems, Cisco ASA™, and/or Palo Alto Network systems would be preferred

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

(Highly recommended) CompTIA: A+, Network+, Security+. MCSE/MCSA (Windows 7 or higher for desktops; Server 2008 or higher for servers)
(Recommended) Cisco Academy Instructor certification

Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. (Typical movement of computer and/or networking equipment weighing approximately 5-25 lbs. during/prior/after classes.)

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee must be able to communicate effectively. The employee must be able to meet mobility requirements and be able to occasionally move materials of up to 10 pounds. Must be able to access print material and utilize the information effectively

Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in this environment can be quiet.

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