Dominican University
Dominican University is hiring: Cybersecurity Lecturer in River Forest
Dominican University, River Forest, IL, United States, 60305
Position Title: Cybersecurity Lecturer
Department: School of Information Studies
Reports To: Director, School of Information Studies
Location: River Forest (IL) Campus; Chicago Campus (Pilsen)
Application Process: Accepting applications until January 2, 2025, or until position is filled
Position Summary:
The School of Information Studies (SOIS) at Dominican University (River Forest and Chicago, IL) is seeking qualified applicants for a full-time faculty lecturer to teach fully online and hybrid courses in cybersecurity.
We seek candidates who hold terminal degrees in their respective fields and are able to join the faculty on August 15, 2025.
SOIS is an ALA-accredited member of the iSchools consortium and offers a Bachelor of Science in Informatics, a Master of Library and Information Science, a Master of Science in Information Management, a Master of Arts in Youth Literature, a Master of Professional Studies, and a PhD in Information Studies.
The lecturer will teach for-credit undergraduate and graduate courses, labs, and adult education certification courses.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Required Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
Salary and FLSA Status
Benefits
Employment at Dominican University is contingent upon the successful completion of a background investigation.
About Dominican University
Dominican University is a Catholic, comprehensive teaching university located in River Forest, a suburb of Chicago, with an additional campus in the Pilsen neighborhood of Chicago. Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Dominican University offers associate, baccalaureate, master's, and doctoral degrees. It is highly regarded for its academic rigor, thoughtful accompaniment of students, intentional affordability, and values-based, relationship-centered learning environment.
Dominican currently enrolls over 3,800 students, including 2,690 undergraduates and 1,114 graduate students. Sixty-eight percent (68%) of undergraduate students identify as Latinx, 5% as Black or African American, and 3% as Asian. Under-represented minority students comprise 77% of the undergraduate enrollment and 38% of the graduate enrollment. Over 90 percent of undergraduates receive some form of financial aid. Nearly half of all undergraduates are first-generation college students; over half are federal Pell Grant recipients, illustrating their families' level of income; and 58% are eligible for low-income MAP grants from the State of Illinois.
Recognized since 2011 as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) by the U.S. Department of Education, Dominican is committed to expanding and enhancing educational opportunities for Latinx students and all students from historically underrepresented groups. For more information, visit www.dom.edu.
Expectations for all Dominican Employees:
To support the University's mission of preparing students to pursue truth, give compassionate service, and participate in the creation of a more just and humane world, engage in university service work that promotes collaboration and community building. This includes participating in organizational initiatives, supporting campus events, contributing to community outreach, and fostering a diverse and inclusive environment through involvement in various staff-driven activities and groups.
Institutional Statement
Dominican University is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive academic community. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Dominican University is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, protected veterans, and candidates from diverse backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
If you need accommodations due to a disability, you may contact us at opc@dom.edu for assistance.
Department: School of Information Studies
Reports To: Director, School of Information Studies
Location: River Forest (IL) Campus; Chicago Campus (Pilsen)
Application Process: Accepting applications until January 2, 2025, or until position is filled
Position Summary:
The School of Information Studies (SOIS) at Dominican University (River Forest and Chicago, IL) is seeking qualified applicants for a full-time faculty lecturer to teach fully online and hybrid courses in cybersecurity.
We seek candidates who hold terminal degrees in their respective fields and are able to join the faculty on August 15, 2025.
SOIS is an ALA-accredited member of the iSchools consortium and offers a Bachelor of Science in Informatics, a Master of Library and Information Science, a Master of Science in Information Management, a Master of Arts in Youth Literature, a Master of Professional Studies, and a PhD in Information Studies.
The lecturer will teach for-credit undergraduate and graduate courses, labs, and adult education certification courses.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Teach 28 course credits each academic year (a 4/4 teaching load).
- Design and deliver engaging, challenging learning experiences that are informed by pedagogical scholarship and professional practice.
- Lead the development and design of the cybersecurity curriculum and innovative programs.
- Guide students through hands-on exercises, labs, and scenarios using cybersecurity tools and platforms to apply theoretical knowledge in real-world scenarios.
- Supervise the work of students, provide advice on study skills, and support learning for students on campuses in River Forest and Chicago.
- Liaise with local, national, and international peers, colleagues, and students to promote the University and secure experiential learning opportunities for students.
Required Qualifications:
- At least 3 years relevant experience teaching at the university level
- Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles, network protocols, operating systems, programming languages, and security tools
- A commitment to working with first-generation, immigrant, and/or underrepresented/historically excluded students
Preferred Qualifications:
- PhD, EdD, or ABD with completion by August 2025
- Relevant professional certification(s) from among the following: A+, Cloud+, CTT+, CySA+, CISSP, CNIP, CIOS, CLNP, CCAP, CSIS, CSCP, CSSS, CSSLP, OSCP, OSWP, GIAC Security, Linux+, Network+, Security+, Server+
- Experience with Canvas LMS
- Familiarity with artificial intelligence in the cybersecurity domain
Salary and FLSA Status
- FLSA Status: Exempt, full-time
- SALARY: $55,450 - $58,500
Benefits
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- Retirement plan with employer matching contributions
- Professional development opportunities
- Tuition remission for employees and their dependents
- Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
- Generous paid time off (PTO)
Employment at Dominican University is contingent upon the successful completion of a background investigation.
About Dominican University
Dominican University is a Catholic, comprehensive teaching university located in River Forest, a suburb of Chicago, with an additional campus in the Pilsen neighborhood of Chicago. Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Dominican University offers associate, baccalaureate, master's, and doctoral degrees. It is highly regarded for its academic rigor, thoughtful accompaniment of students, intentional affordability, and values-based, relationship-centered learning environment.
Dominican currently enrolls over 3,800 students, including 2,690 undergraduates and 1,114 graduate students. Sixty-eight percent (68%) of undergraduate students identify as Latinx, 5% as Black or African American, and 3% as Asian. Under-represented minority students comprise 77% of the undergraduate enrollment and 38% of the graduate enrollment. Over 90 percent of undergraduates receive some form of financial aid. Nearly half of all undergraduates are first-generation college students; over half are federal Pell Grant recipients, illustrating their families' level of income; and 58% are eligible for low-income MAP grants from the State of Illinois.
Recognized since 2011 as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) by the U.S. Department of Education, Dominican is committed to expanding and enhancing educational opportunities for Latinx students and all students from historically underrepresented groups. For more information, visit www.dom.edu.
Expectations for all Dominican Employees:
To support the University's mission of preparing students to pursue truth, give compassionate service, and participate in the creation of a more just and humane world, engage in university service work that promotes collaboration and community building. This includes participating in organizational initiatives, supporting campus events, contributing to community outreach, and fostering a diverse and inclusive environment through involvement in various staff-driven activities and groups.
Institutional Statement
Dominican University is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive academic community. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Dominican University is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, protected veterans, and candidates from diverse backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
If you need accommodations due to a disability, you may contact us at opc@dom.edu for assistance.