Lecturer - MCS 500: Introduction to Cybersecurity (Extended Learning; Fall 2025)

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Lecturer - MCS 500: Introduction to Cybersecurity (Extended Learning; Fall 2025)

Description

MCS 500: Introduction to Cybersecurity (Extended Learning)

• Position: Instructional Faculty, Special Programs -For Credit
• Semester: Fall 2025
• Day/Time: Mondays and Wednesdays, from 5:30 p.m. to 6:20 p.m.
• Modality: Online - synchronous
• College: College of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics
• Department: Computer Science and Engineering - Cybersecurity

The Department of Computer Science and Engineering at California State University San Marcos seeks a part-time lecturer for the Bachelor of Cybersecurity program to teach MCS 500: Introduction to Cybersecurity. This 16-week course will be taught online-synchronously, from 8/25-12/5, on Monday and Wednesday from 5:30-6:20pm.

MCS 500 - Introduction to Cybersecurity

Reviews cybersecurity in today’s world. Uses case studies to analyze the broad impact of cybersecurity. Explores cybersecurity-related issues in the areas of technology, privacy, and law. Uses current and historical cybersecurity events to provide context for and application of fundamental cybersecurity concepts such as confidentiality, integrity, availability, threat, vulnerability, and controls.

Minimum qualifications:

• A Bachelor of Science and experience teaching, or equivalent practical experience in Cybersecurity using a variety of technologies and tools
• Communication and Presentation Skills
• Course Design (can design a well-structured syllabus and select appropriate course materials and/or adapt existing course materials for current course section)
• Continuous Learning and Adaptability (commitment to staying update with latest techniques and developments).
• Per the California State University’s Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is prohibited from hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside California. Working in the State of California is a condition of employment.

Preferred qualifications:

• MS, or related field or equivalent and/or equivalent industry experience
• Experience teaching or mentoring students/employees in topics related to tools and technologies used in Cybersecurity.
• The candidate will have experience teaching, either as a course instructor or teaching assistant, especially in topics related to Cybersecurity.
• Preference will be given to applicants who demonstrate intercultural competence and a commitment to serving a diverse campus community as it relates to teaching and, as applicable, service.

Salary commensurate with degree level and experience

• Anticipated Hiring Salary: $2,279 per Weighted Teaching Unit (WTU)
• CSU Classification Salary: $2,279 per Weighted Teaching Unit (WTU)

Application:

To apply, please prepare to submit the following:

• Your completed faculty application
• Curriculum Vitae (uploaded)
• Contact information for three current references
• Letter of interest (uploaded)

Timeline: A review of applications will begin on August 22, 2025; however, the position will remain open until filled.

The University is particularly interested in candidates who have experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and a demonstrated commitment to improving access to higher education for under-represented groups.

CSUSM has been designated as a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and was named one of the top 32 Colleges most friendly to junior faculty by the Collaborative on Academic Careers in Higher Education. Visit Faculty Opportunities for more information.

California State University San Marcos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to age, physical or mental disability, gender or sex, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion or religious creed, sexual orientation, and veteran or military status.

Per the California State University’s Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is prohibited from hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside California. Working in the State of California is a condition of employment

This position is subject to employment verification, education verification, reference checks and criminal record checks. An offer of appointment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, including a criminal records check, and may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information.

The person holding this position is considered a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in in CSU Executive Order 1083 Revised December 22, 2020 as a condition of employment. An offer of employment is contingent upon execution of an Acknowledgement of Mandated Reporter Status and Legal Duty to Report Child Abuse and Neglect form. Signing the form is a prerequisite to employment and failure to sign will result in any offer of employment being withdrawn.

Advertised: Aug 07 2025 Pacific Daylight Time
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