"Open Rank - Assistant/Associate/Full Professor - College of AI, Cyber and Computing, Department of Information Systems and Cybersecurity"

Job Description

Open Rank - Assistant/Associate/Full Professor - College of AI, Cyber and Computing, Department of Information Systems and Cybersecurity

Location: San Antonio, TX

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Job ID: 14226

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Position Information

Open Rank

The Department of Information Systems and Cybersecurity in the College of AI, Cyber and Computing at the University of Texas at San Antonio seeks applicants for an open rank (Assistant/Associate/Full Professor) position beginning Fall 2025.

The University of Texas at San Antonio

The University of Texas at San Antonio (UT San Antonio) is a nationally recognized, top-tier public research university that unites the power of higher education, biomedical discovery and healthcare within one visionary institution. As the third-largest research university in Texas and a Carnegie R1-designated institution, UT San Antonio is a model of access and excellence — advancing knowledge, social mobility and public health across South Texas and beyond. UT San Antonio serves approximately 42,000 students in 320 academic programs spanning science, engineering, medicine, health, liberal arts, AI, cybersecurity, business, education and more. With 17,000 faculty and staff, UT San Antonio has also been recognized as a Top Employer in Texas by Forbes Magazine. Learn more online, on UT San Antonio Today or on X, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube or LinkedIn.

Department of Information Systems and Cybersecurity

The Department of Information Systems and Cybersecurity (ISC) has 16 tenured/tenure-track faculty members (including 2 adjoint faculty), 23 fixed term track faculty members, and over 35 part-time adjunct instructors. We offer several majors, minors, concentrations and certificates in information systems, cybersecurity, cyber analytics, data analytics, across all levels - undergraduate, masters, and Ph.D., with over 2,400 students enrolled in these programs. Untenured, tenure-track faculty teach three courses per year.

We offer undergraduate degrees in Information Systems, Cybersecurity, and Applied Cyber Analytics; minors in digital forensics, cybersecurity, information systems, network and data center management, and technology management; graduate degrees in Information Technology with an optional concentration in Cybersecurity, Management of Technology, and Data Analytics (in partnership with the Management Science & Statistics department); and a PhD degree in Information Technology with concentrations in traditional information systems, cybersecurity, and analytics/artificial intelligence.

The ISC department has strong relationships with the National Security Collaboration Center (https://nscc.utsa.edu), UT San Antonio's Center of Data Science (https://sds.utsa.edu), the Cyber Manufacturing Innovation Institute (https://cymanii.org), the Institute for Cyber Security (https://ics.utsa.edu), and the Center for Infrastructure Assurance and Security (https://cias.utsa.edu). Faculty have access to state-of-the-art research laboratory resources and high-performance computing resources.

With 5,300+ students, the College of AI, Cyber and Computing is the newest college at UT San Antonio and just launched on September 1st, 2025. The college prepares students and researchers to shape the future of technology. By combining the strengths of artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, computing, and data science, the college offers innovative programs that reflect the needs of a rapidly changing digital world. Located in downtown San Antonio, the college connects academic excellence with industry opportunity, helping students gain the skills and experience needed to lead in today's tech-driven society

Additional information about UT San Antonio, the College of AI, Cyber and Computing, and the Department of Information Systems and Cybersecurity, respectively, can be found at the following websites: http://www.utsa.edu, https://caicc.utsa.edu and https://caicc.utsa.edu/information-systems-cybersecurity.

Application Information

Required Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Information Systems, Cybersecurity, or related areas (e.g., Information Science, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, etc.).
• Candidates who have not completed their doctoral dissertation (ABDs) will be considered if the requirements for the Ph.D. degree are expected to be completed prior to the commencement of the appointment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrable knowledge and experience in seeking and securing external research funding, and ability to obtain and conduct federally funded research that requires a top-secret security clearance are preferred.

Applicants with a specialization in cybersecurity (including technical, organizational, or behavioral research), cyber/data analytics, or AI/ML in cybersecurity are particularly encouraged to apply, but all areas of information systems, cybersecurity, or AI/ML/analytics are welcome to apply. Candidates must demonstrate a strong publication record or a potential for publishing in top-tier Information Systems, Cybersecurity, or Analytics/AI publication venues.

Candidates must submit:

• CV with at least three references indicated.
• Cover letter that describes interest in position and fit between teaching and research experience and the position.

Tenure is contingent upon Board of Regents approval.

Questions about the application can be addressed to Dr. Philip Menard, Faculty Search Committee Chairperson, at philip.menard@utsa.edu.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. However, review of applications will start on November 3rd, 2025 and applicants are strongly encouraged to submit their application materials before this date to receive priority consideration. The full recruitment announcement, including application requirements, can be found at: https://www.utsa.edu/hr/employment/.

This position will be primarily located on campus. Travel and parking expenses are the employee's responsibility.

This position is contingent upon a successful background check. Verification of a valid driver's license and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) may be completed as applicable. Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire.

Equal Employment Opportunity

As an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, it is the policy of The University of Texas at San Antonio to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetic information, and veteran status. The University is committed to the Affirmative Action Program in compliance with all government requirements to ensure nondiscrimination.

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