Assistant Professor of Information Technology (tenure-track) About Us Founded in 1852, GSC is a member of the University System of Georgia. The college has a distinctive legacy of excellentscholarship and service. GSC offers nearly 30 degrees, which includes multiple associate and baccalaureate pathways for students. With anenrollment of over 3,100 students, GSC offers an intimate academic setting with state-of-the-art classrooms and laboratories. In thissetting, students receive individualized attention that only a small college with dedicated faculty and staff can provide. JobSummary This position is responsible for teaching five (5) courses persemester and participating in service activities such as program development, course development, program assessment, program accreditation,and committee leadership. The successful applicant will be the inaugural cybersecurity professor at GSC and will be expected to engage inhigh-quality instruction in a full range of undergraduate Cybersecurity and Information Technology courses, including but not limited toFoundations of Cybersecurity, Network Administration, Cloud Security, Computer Forensics, Computer Networks, and Programming and AI inCybersecurity. Responsibilities Develops and teaches undergraduatecourses in Cybersecurity and other Information Technology programs. Engages ininnovative and technology-based approaches to learning and teaching. Assesses andtracks each student's progress and give feedback to support ongoing success. Actively engages in promoting the growth of Gordon State College. Teaches undergraduate courses appropriate to appointment and credentialing. Plans and conducts classes in a manner conducive to creating an effective learning environment which helps students achieve theeducational outcomes set by the college, the standards of the discipline, and external accrediting agencies. Compiles, administers and evaluates examinations and assignments appropriate to theeducational outcomes of the college. These evaluations should be based exclusively on academic performance. Serves as academic advisor to students in their department and discipline and maintainsrequired number of office hours each week. Serves as a mentor to students in theirdepartment and discipline. Serves on faculty committees at the department, collegeor system level as elected by the faculty or appointed by the administration. Supports student activities by serving as a club advisor and/or by attendance at student functions. Teaches classes that are available at night and off-campus, in-person and online. Attends commencement. Required Qualifications Doctorate of Information Technology (DIT) or equivalent. Applicants who are currently "All But Dissertation" (ABD) will be considered, but theposition strictly requires the completion of all doctoral requirements and conferral of the degree no later than August 1, 2027 . Minimum oftwo years of college-level teaching Preferred Qualifications Ph.D.in Information Technology or equivalent. Current industry-recognized credentialssuch as CCNA, Security+, Network+, CySA+, and others are preferred. Industryexperience in information technology related to cybersecurity. Demonstratedability to teach undergraduate courses in Information Technology. Adequateexperience in supervising student projects and thesis papers. Demonstratedeffective writing and verbal communication skills. Evidence of significantacademic research and/or applied experience in Cybersecurity. Face-to-face andonline teaching experiences, with knowledge of Brightspace and Desire (D2L) to Learn platforms. Knowledge, Skills, &Abilities Strong writing, verbal, analytic, presentation and interpersonalskills. Knowledge of classroom practices, teaching methodologies, assessmentsystems, and educational technology. Skill in the operation of computers andjob-related software programs. Skill in decision making and problemsolving. USG Core Values The University System of Georgia iscomprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values areIntegrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USGcommunity member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Codeof Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct . Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom ofExpression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653 . Institutional Values Commitment to

Excellence:

Prioritize high standards in allendeavors, striving for distinction in education, research, and community engagement.

Student Success:

Focus on enhancing regional workforce byeffectively preparing students for successful careers, thereby ensuring a substantial return on their educational investment.

Innovation and Creativity:

Encourage creative thinking and innovative solutions, driving progress and adapting to the evolving needs of our society andthe wider world.

Belonging:

Embrace and celebrate multiple perspectives, fostering an environment that enriches learning and promotes respectand understanding. Equal Employment Opportunity Gordon StateCollege is an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity. It is the policy of Gordon State College to recruit, hire,train, promote and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexualorientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws (including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX,Sections 503, and 504, ADEA, ADA, E.O. 11246, and Rev. Proc. 75-50). For questionsor more detailed information regarding this policy, please contact the Gordon State College Office of Human Resources at 678.359.5011.Individuals requiring disability related accommodations for participation in any event or to obtain print materials in an alternativeformat, please contact Human Resources. Background Check Employmentoffer is contingent upon completing a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your employmenteligibility with Gordon State College, as determined by Gordon State College in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials andemployment history reflected in your application material and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may also be subject toa pre-employment drug test. Other Information This is a full-time,10-month, faculty position and includes a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits include:

Health insurance Dental Vision Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Health Savings Account (HSA) Life Insurance SickLeave Vacation Leave Parental Leave Retirement Employee discounts Tuition reimbursement Toapply, please visit: https://apptrkr.com/9713049 je-2c3a17fc77c241a9b5b2708128a7ddda