SUMMARY

OPEN UNTIL FILLED - Review of applications will begin 12/12/22  

**Competitive Salary- Commensurate with Experience**

The National Security Agency has designated Gaston College a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense. Institutions receiving this designation have met rigorous requirements established by the NSA and have a commitment to “producing cybersecurity professionals that will reduce vulnerabilities in our national infrastructure,” as per the Centers of Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity.

The Instructor-Cyber Security/Director-Cyber Security Center is responsible for preparing, delivering, and evaluating cybersecurity academic courses and serving as the Director of the Gaston College Cyber Center to support Gaston College's designation of being a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense.  Reports to the Dean for Career and Technical Education.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Instructor-Cyber Security

1. Maintain a high-level of commitment to training and advancing excellent cybersecurity professionals with a focus on reducing cyber vulnerabilities and risks locally and nationally. 
2. Responsible for the preparation, delivery, and evaluation of academic courses including preparing lectures and teaching students in classroom and lab environments, evaluating and grading student tests and assignments, fostering student success and completion, making recommendations for updating course design and/or syllabi as needed, and following established instructional procedures and protocols.
3. Conduct assigned classes of instruction in the best manner to achieve student learning; present information, ideas, and skills in ways which are appropriate to a variety of learning styles and which show sensitivity to a diverse student population.
4. Provide students with the approved course syllabus and relate instruction and evaluation to that syllabus.
5. Treat students with tact and respect, maintain collegial relationships, and work productively as a member of a team.
6. Evaluate achievement with timely interim and final performance evaluations and assign grades which reflect College policy and the achievement of course objectives as stated in the syllabus.
7. Maintain a high-degree of flexibility to be accessible and accommodate student needs, which may require meetings outside of scheduled classroom or office time consultations to accommodate student needs.
8. Maintain instructional quality and effectiveness through constant and timely revisions of programs and course syllabi within the assigned content area.
9. Maintain class records and submit required reports in a timely manner.
10. Develop new courses and select and recommend appropriate instructional materials and textbooks.
11. Stay up-to-date on latest technology and instructional knowledge, skills, and abilities through professional development or coursework.
12. Attend and otherwise participate in scheduled Department, Division, and College meetings and participate in graduation.
13. Participate in activities that enhance the College's service to students and to the community.
14. Maintain a working knowledge and use of technology systems such as Blackboard, AVISO, and accessibility software.

Director-Cyber Security Center

1. Serve as the Director of the Gaston College (GC) Cyber Center.
2. Coordinate efforts with the GC Cyber Center Executive Director, including trainings, academic offerings, outreach, community partnerships, etc.
3. Assist the GC Cyber Center Executive Director in requirements and reporting for the Center of Academic Excellence (CAE) designation.
4. Participate with the Carolina Cyber Network (CCN).

General

1. Maintain a high standard of professional and ethical practice in representing the College. Maintain confidentiality of relevant information. Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of the field or discipline with continued adherence to professional accountability. Establish and maintain effective working relationships and partnerships. Accept responsibility for managing situations and problems. Work cooperatively with team members and colleagues and contribute positively and constructively to the achievement of team and College objectives. Adhere to the College's policies, procedures, and other established guidelines. 
2. Serve on various College committees as required.
3. Perform other duties as assigned.