Description

POSITION OVERVIEW

Dunwoody College of Technology currently has the need for an Instructor in our Cybersecurity Program. This position is responsible for initiating the teaching and learning process. Focus on continuous improvement in an environment in which students can accomplish the learning objectives of the course of instruction. The expected results are students able to demonstrate the knowledge, skills, ethics, and use of proper tools to meet industry and professional business standards.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

• Facilitates learning activities so that students learn the principles, theory, skills, and work ethic necessary to become proficient for entry level positions
• Creates a positive learning environment
• Monitors, assesses and advises learner on technical and academic progress and performance
• Uses current academic and industry practices in assigned courses of instruction
• Develops and upgrades lesson material, training aids and maintains equipment within assigned course of instruction
• Assists in the recruitment and placement of learners
• Recommends equipment purchases for labs/classrooms
• As a part of a team, designs and develops new curriculum within assigned program.
• Provides support, coaching, and guidance to students
• Participates in industry and/or professional organizations in order to maintain and enhance program health and academic integrity
• Other duties as assigned

CORE COMPETENCIES

Strategic Skills: Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills to do the job at a high level. Make good decisions. Provide sound advice and problem solutions. Provide honest and in-depth analysis on problems and issues.Operating Skills: Make decisions in a timely manner. Accept responsibility for tasks and meets objectives and measures. Document process, progress, and results. Is committed to continuous improvement. Works toward the most efficient and effective work processes.Courage: Has difficult conversations as necessary. Faces up to people problems on any person or situations quickly and directly.Energy and Drive: Is action oriented and full of energy for challenging tasks/issues. Is constantly and consistently one of the top performers. Steadfastly pushes self and others for results.Organizational Positioning Skills: Can maneuver through complex situations effectively and quietly. Is sensitive to how people and organizations function. Is proactive to problem solving and resolution.Personal/Interpersonal Skills: Relate well to diverse personalities. Ability to build constructive and effective relationships. Is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers. Advocate for equal and fair treatment and opportunity for all. Adherence to Dunwoody’s core values. Is widely trusted - Keeps confidences and admits mistakes. Is an attentive and active listening. Is personally committed to and actively works to continuously improve him/herself.

Qualifications

• A master’s degree in Cybersecurity or related field; OR
• A bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 18 graduate credits in a Cybersecurity program; OR
• A bachelor’s degree and specialized certification(s) in the Cybersecurity field and industry experience