Adjunct faculty teaching asynchronous cloud cybersecurity courses at University of Maryland Global Campus. Mentoring adult learners through pre-built curriculum and real-world security expertise.
Responsibilities
Teach Security in the Cloud (CMIT 436), covering cybersecurity and securing critical assets in cloud environments
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 learning environment
Respond to learner inquiries and return feedback consistently
Post final grades within the expected timeframe
Use data tools to track student engagement and proactively contact at-risk students
Partner with success coaches, academic staff, and portfolio directors to connect struggling students with support resources
Participate in the faculty community, Program Hub, and ongoing training
Teach 100% online and asynchronously in 8-week sessions of 3-credit courses, typically serving 25–35 students
Support students' academic, social, personal, and professional growth
Requirements
Terminal degree in Computer Science or 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
Stateside applicants only
Local applicants only; UMGC does not sponsor logistical support for this role
Preferred: experience teaching adult learners in an online, asynchronous environment
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