Assistant Professor (Computer Science) PRODiG+Community College

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Job Description:

The SUNY Broome Community College Computer Science Department is seeking a dynamic, knowledgeable, and dedicated Computer Science Instructor to join our faculty.

The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering high-quality instruction with a specialization in Cybersecurity and Computer Networking, fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment, and preparing students for careers in this critical technology field or for further studies. This role requires a passion for teaching and a commitment to student success in a diverse community college setting. This is an in-person, full-time, tenure-track appointment.

The Promoting Recruitment, Opportunity, Diversity, Inclusion and Growth Plus Community College (PRODiG+CC) program is an initiative supported by the SUNY system aiming to:

(1) increase the number and share of excellent diverse community college faculty committed to advancing the ideals of diversity, equity, and inclusion; (2) strengthen the pipeline for retention and support of these candidates; and (3) hire qualified faculty directly into tenure-track positions to support the community college's efforts to build an educated workforce in the state.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Deliver engaging, student-centered instruction in a variety of computer science courses, with a focus on cybersecurity, network security, computer networks, advanced networking protocols, network security, and defensive security strategies.
• Specifically teach and develop curriculum related to securing remote access, VPNs, cloud networking security, and secure remote work architectures.
• Develop and update course syllabi, assignments, and assessments in alignment with department goals and current industry standards (e.g., CompTIA, Cisco, EC-Council).
• Use innovative teaching methods, including online, hybrid, and in-person instruction, to meet the diverse learning needs of students.
• Provide academic support and mentorship to students, including advising, tutoring, and career guidance, especially for students pursuing networking and security certifications/careers.
• Maintain an inclusive classroom environment that supports students from diverse backgrounds and learning abilities.
• Participate in department meetings, curriculum development, and college-wide committees and initiatives.
• Stay current with developments in the fields of cybersecurity, networking, and remote network security best practices and integrate relevant industry trends and lab exercises into the curriculum.
• Engage in professional development activities to enhance teaching skills and remain knowledgeable in your area of expertise.

Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications:

• A Master's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or Information Technology, or a closely related field from an accredited institution.
• Three years teaching experience, or an appropriate combination of teaching, relevant work experience (e.g., Network Administrator, Security Analyst), and scholarly activity.
• Demonstrated personal, academic, and/or work experience engaging with diversity, equity, and inclusion and/or a commitment to facilitating and enhancing diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts in the campus community. Such experience may include, but is not limited to, an academic/scholarly track record focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion; work, volunteer/ unpaid/community service; or related experience/expertise in serving underserved or vulnerable areas and/or populations.
• Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship from the employer.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Additional graduate work in an appropriate field is desirable.
• Demonstrated ability to teach a range of computer science courses including, but not limited to, networking fundamentals, advanced routing and switching, network security, remote network security, secure access methodologies (VPN, SASE), penetration testing, and digital forensics.
• Relevant industry certifications (e.g., CompTIA Security+, Network+, CCNA, CISSP).
• Familiarity with instructional technology and online teaching platforms (e.g., Brightspace, Blackboard, Canvas, or similar Learning Management Systems).

Preference will be given to candidates who are:

• Current SUNY students, alumni, and/or Fellows.
• From a low-income background (e.g., Pell-eligible as undergraduates), were first-generation college students (students whose parents have not earned a bachelor's degree), have overcome adversity, are AmeriCorps alumni, or are veterans.

The PRODiG+CC Fellowship is open to any and all prospective candidates regardless of race, color, national origin, or sex, and is consistent with all current governing federal and state nondiscrimination law. All application submissions will be assessed and evaluated in accordance with the required eligibility criteria.

Candidates interested in applying must submit a cover letter that includes a description of how you have engaged in efforts to improve equity and student success.

Additionally, all candidates must include an essay, in 750 words or less, to the following essay prompt:

Please describe how you've engaged, facilitated, and/or enhanced diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts in the campus community. Examples could include personal, academic, and/or work experience and may include, but is not limited to, an academic/scholarly track record focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion; work, volunteer/unpaid/ community service; or related experience/ expertise in serving underserved or vulnerable areas and/or populations.

Please include your essay as part of your resume attachment when applying.

Additional Information:

The minimum annual salary for this position is $59,995. Salary offer will be based on the candidate's qualifications and experience.

Offers of employment will be conditional based upon the results of a satisfactory, required pre-employment Standard Background Check.

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Application Instructions:

Applications that do not include the required documents will not be accepted.

Please submit a letter of interest, resume, and the name, address, and phone number of three (3) references, including the required essay to: