Instructional Faculty FT Cybersecurity, Cloud Computing and Networking

Montgomery College is seeking a full-time faculty member to join the Department of Cybersecurity Cloud Computing and Networking. The department offers degree and certificate programs that prepare students for careers industry certifications transfer and continued education in cybersecurity cloud computing networking and related information technology fields. This position is a part of a collective bargaining unit.

Our programs emphasize applied hands-on learning across interconnected areas of modern IT infrastructure and security including cybersecurity Cisco networking cloud computing systems administration virtualization and hybrid infrastructure digital forensics scripting and automation and the application of artificial intelligence and other emerging technologies to cybersecurity cloud and network environments. We seek an enthusiastic educator with strongexpertisein two or more of these areas the ability to contribute across related disciplines and a commitment to student success industry-aligned education and continuous professional growth.

Teaching assignments may include various delivery modes such as face-to-face on-linehybridand/or blended formats during dayseveningsand weekends. Montgomery College has multiplecampusesand faculty may be assigned toteachin-person at any of these campuses and teach online.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Teach and continuously improve introductory and advanced courses in cybersecurity cloud computing networking and related information technology disciplines using applied hands-on and interdisciplinary approaches.

• Develop laboratory-based learning experiences using current technologies platforms tools virtual environments and industry practices.

• Evaluate and appropriately integrate emerging technologies into curriculum and instruction including AI-enabled tools and applications automation cloud securityDevSecOpsinfrastructure ascode and secure hybrid infrastructure.

• Teach in multiple instructional modalities which may include face-to-face online remote hybrid accelerated evening and weekend assignments may occur at different Montgomery College campuses or locations and may include dual-enrollment or Early College courses.

• Fulfill a standardminimumworkload of thirty (30) equivalent semester hours (ESH) per academic year and deliver assigned coursesin accordance withCollegecatalog descriptions approved master course syllabi departmental standards and College policies.

• Advise mentor and support studentsregardingacademic progress career and transfer pathways industry certifications internships scholarships and other educational and professional opportunities.

• Participate in curriculum development assessment program review and continuous improvement including alignment with industry standards professional certifications workforce needs transfer pathways andappropriate accreditationor external recognition.

• Contribute to the development and effective use of instructional laboratories and technology environments supporting cybersecurity networking cloud computing systems administration and related courses.

• Maintain currency through professional development industry engagement certifications professional organizations research or continuing education;participatein departmental and College meetings committees and initiatives.

• Support outreach recruitment student organizations competitions partnerships with schools and industry and other activities that advance student success workforce preparation and program growth.

Required Qualifications:

• Masters degree or higher in Cybersecurity Information Technology Information Systems Computer Science Cloud Computing Networking Computer Networking or a closely related field.

• Teaching training and/or professional experiencesufficienttodemonstratethe ability to provide effective instruction in cybersecurity cloud computing networking information technology or a closely related field.

• Demonstrated expertise in one or more areas relevant to the department and sufficient breadth to contribute across related disciplines including cybersecurity and network security; cloud computing and infrastructure; computer networking; systems administration; virtualization and hybrid infrastructure; cyber operations and digital forensics; and scripting automation and AI-enabled technologies.

• Experience developing configuring supporting or using hands-on laboratory activities or technology-based learning environments.

• Working knowledge of operating systems computer hardware networking technologies and information security principles.

• Eligible applicants must currentlybe authorized towork in the United States and not require employer visa sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Two or more years of teaching experience in higher education secondary education professional training workforce development or an equivalent instructional environment.

• Two or more years of professional or industry experience in cybersecurity cloud computing networking systems administration information technology ora relatedfield.

• Proficiencywith at least one programming or scripting language such as Python PowerShell Bash or another language relevant to cybersecurity networking cloud computing or systems administration.

• Hands-on experience with technologies relevant to the department such as major cloud platforms; enterprise networking Linux and Windows environments virtualization and containers cybersecurity operations and digital forensics automation and AI-enabled tools or cloud-based and virtual laboratory environments.

• Current or recent industry-recognized certifications in relevant areas such as AWS Microsoft Azure or Google Cloud certifications; CompTIA Cloud Network SecurityCySA orPenTest; Cisco CCNA or higher; Linux certifications; AI-related certifications from recognized industry providers; or other relevant cloud computing cybersecurity networking artificial intelligence or information technology certifications.

• Experience developing or updating curriculum programs and/or partnerships to support industry alignment workforce needs professional certifications transfer pathways and emerging technologies.

Hiring Range: $64510 - $98220

Required Application Materials:

Submit a cover letter addressing how your teaching experience scholarship professional development and/or service would contribute to student success incybersecuritycloudcomputing andnetworkingandalignwith Montgomery Colleges mission and vision.

Submit a resume or Curriculum Vitae (CV).

Submit a statement of teaching philosophy(2-page maximum)describing yourapproach to teaching technical concepts and hands-on laboratory skills supporting students with varied levels of academic and technical preparation and connecting instruction to current industry practices professional certifications workforce expectations and emerging technologies in cybersecurity cloud computing and networking.

Pleasesubmitall required materialsin a single PDF filewith your online application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Application Process:

• Complete online applications must be received byFriday October 2 2026.

• Include dates of employment(month/year)in your application or attachment.

For degrees earned outside of the U.S. a copy of your education equivalency conducted by a nationally recognized evaluation service must be included in your application.

As a condition of employment the following are required at the time of hire:

• Successful completion of a background check and degree verification (if applicable).

• Participation in a retirement plan (Pension or Optional Retirement Plan depending on the position). If you are already retired from the Maryland State Retirement System you may not enroll in a Maryland State Retirement System plan at Montgomery College and may have earnings restrictions per state law.

Our benefits package includes: sick leave paid holidays medical dental vision group legal benefits professional development retirement plan educational assistance tuition waiver for employee and dependents wellness programming including onsite gyms pools and classes.

If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process please contact Human Resources and Strategic Talent Management at or . We require at least two weeks advance notice to enable us to provide the requested accommodation.

Montgomery College is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting and fostering diversity among its student body faculty and staff.

Montgomery College is a tobacco-free and smoke-free workplace.