"FT Instructor of Cybersecurity, Networking, & Computer Information Systems - Fall 2026 Start"

Position Summary:

The Instructor of Cybersecurity, Networking and Computer Information Systems (CIS) is responsible for the instruction of Cybersecurity, Networking, and CIS courses for majors and non-majors district-wide. Full time faculty members are professional educators with the primary responsibility of providing quality instruction for a diverse student population and performing instructional duties and responsibilities in accordance with the philosophy, mission, policies and procedures of the college.

**Salary listed includes a $10,000 Industry Impact Stipend.**

Note:  Cochise College requires a post-offer, pre-employment background screening of all employees.

This position is open until filled, with applications reviewed upon receipt.  The job posting may close at any time.

Salary is dependent upon qualifications. Minimum rate is Bachelor’s degree prepared no experience. Maximum rate in Doctorate degree prepared and five or more years of full-time, professional relevant experience.

Marketing Statement

Cochise College serves the residents of Cochise County from two campuses and four centers throughout Southern Arizona with panoramic views of five different mountain ranges. The college has been recognized nationally for its cost, return on investment, and high success rate; providing over 90 general and technical education programs leading to a variety of workforce certificates and associate degrees.  The college is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is a designated Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI).

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Duties and Responsibilities:

Within the scope of college policies and procedures, this position:

• Teaches assigned Cybersecurity, Networking, and CIS courses and associated labs in accordance with the college’s workload policy; maintains written instructional standards; facilitates instruction using alternative delivery methods as needed; informs students in writing of instructional standards; posts and maintains office hours; participates in the assessment of student learning outcomes; establishes, maintains and submits accurate student and instructional records in a timely manner
• Develops new courses, curriculum, instructional materials, and evaluation tools; reviews and updates course outlines, textbooks, laboratories and course procedure sheets for Cybersecurity, Networking, and CIS courses; assists with the preparation of course proposals, curriculum updates and the construction of degree/certificate programs
• Applies and maintains standards of quality operating methods, processes, systems, and procedures; implements changes as necessary to maintain a successful Cybersecurity, Networking and CIS program; integrates knowledge of industry trends and professional training to continuously improve program and course quality
• Contributes to the maintenance, troubleshooting, and building of hardware and software necessary for the successful deployment of all Cybersecurity, Networking and CIS courses
• Participates in department course scheduling, as well as department, division and college meetings; serves on college committees as assigned. Serves as advisor for Cybersecurity, Networking, and CIS student organizations
• Participates in the recruitment of prospective Cybersecurity, Networking and CIS students. This includes, but is not limited to, working with partner institutions in the development and maintenance of a sustainable recruiting model
• Performs other related duties as assigned

General Expectations:

Employees are expected to accomplish assigned duties in an efficient, effective and competent manner and to strive for improvement and excellence in all work performed. Additionally, employees must understand the comprehensive role of the community college and cooperate and work harmoniously with students, faculty and staff, and the public. Employees will follow all college policies, rules, regulations and guidelines as they relate to this position.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Networking, CIS or related discipline from an institution accredited by an institutional accrediting body of higher learning recognized by the US Department of Education
• Attainment of professional certification within 1 calendar year of the date of hiring (Security+ or higher)
• Experience with the use of technology in lecture and lab settings

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Cybersecurity, Networking, CIS or related discipline from an institution accredited by an institutional accrediting body of higher learning recognized by the US Department of Education
• Experience teaching Cybersecurity Networking, CIS and/or computer related courses in higher education
• Three years of related professional/industry experience
• Teaching experience using alternative delivery methods

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

(Detailed list including knowledge of curriculum, networking concepts, risk management, virtualization, etc., and skills in technologies, instructing diverse students, security controls, virtual machines, network devices, etc., and abilities to conduct scans, operate tools, communicate, etc.)

Work Environment:

Work is performed under general supervision. Instructors perform instructional duties in various modalities, including face-to-face, live streaming, and online. This includes both lecture and lab sections that may include exposure to mechanical, electrical, and chemical hazards.

Physical Requirements:

Essential functions of this position require: lifting, manual dexterity, ability to communicate and exposure to biological and chemical hazards. Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally...

Reports to: Dean of Business, Career, and Technical Education