Job Description
Information Systems and Analytics, Professor of Practice Faculty Job Number: FAC541
Work Type: Professional Practice-Track
Location: Murfreesboro, Tennessee
Categories: Business
Job Title Information Systems and Analytics, Professor of Practice Faculty
Department Information Systems and Analytics
University Expectation MTSU seeks candidates committed to innovative teaching and meaningful service. We also seek to attract culturally and academically diverse faculty who value working with diverse students.
Salary The salary and rank are commensurate with education and experience.
Job Summary/Basic Function The Department of Information Systems and Analytics at Middle Tennessee State University invites applicants for a full-time, professor of practice faculty position in Cybersecurity. The start date for the position is August 1, 2025.
The successful candidate will have a distinguished career in cybersecurity who is passionate about teaching and mentoring the next generation of cybersecurity professionals. This non-tenure-track position emphasizes teaching, curriculum development, and industry engagement, allowing the successful candidate to bring real-world expertise to an academic environment.
Key Responsibilities: - Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in cybersecurity, including areas such as network security, ethical hacking, digital forensics, cyber risk management, networking, and cloud security.
- Develop and update curriculum and coursework to ensure alignment with industry standards and emerging trends.
- Foster strong relationships with industry partners to support internships, research opportunities, and collaborative projects.
- Mentor students in practical applications of cybersecurity principles and prepare them for careers in the field.
- Contribute to the development of new programs or certifications in cybersecurity, potentially including partnerships with industry certification bodies.
Required Education A master's degree in information systems, cybersecurity, information security, or a closely related field is required by the appointment date.
Required Related Experience Five (5) years of professional experience in cybersecurity, with demonstrated expertise in areas such as network security, ethical hacking/pen testing, incident response, or cyber defense is required.
Required License/Registration/Certification A CISSP, CISA, CISM or a comparable certification is required.
Other Desirables Applicants with a terminal degree will receive special consideration.
Documents Needed to Apply To successfully apply, applicants must include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and a statement of teaching philosophy as separate attachments at the time of online application.
NOTE: Documentation of all certification(s) must be uploaded at the appropriate place at the time of application. Special Instruction to Applicants For more information about serving as a faculty member at Middle Tennessee State University, please visit our faculty recruitment webpage at
If you need help applying, please contact Mitzi Dunkley, Faculty Recruitment Specialist, at (615) 898-5128. If you have position-specific questions, please contact Michael Erskine at
[email protected].
MTSU offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to the following: - Sick Leave
- Vacation Leave for Administrative/Classified Staff/12-month Faculty
- 13 paid University holidays
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- Retirement plans
- Optional 401K and 403B Deferred Compensation Plans
- Educational benefits for the employee and their spouse and dependents
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MTSU is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer that values diversity in all its forms. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.
Proof of U.S. citizenship or eligibility for U.S. employment is required before employment (Immigration Control Act of 1986). Clery Act crime statistics for MTSU are available at or by contacting MTSU Public Safety at (615) 898-2424.
MTSU is a Tobacco & Drug-Free campus.
This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you will be required to provide information about your criminal history to be considered.
For individuals requiring reasonable accommodation to apply: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position with MTSU,
please call 615-898-2929 or email
[email protected].
Application Review Date: 11/14/2024
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