Assistant or Associate Professor of Computer Science, Cybersecurity Emphasis

OKLAHOMA BAPTIST UNIVERSITY - SHAWNEE, OKLAHOMA

Address of Job Location: 500 W University St., Shawnee, OK 74804

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Job Summary:

The Dickinson School of Business invites applications for a full-time professor who can teach cybersecurity courses at the undergraduate level. The ideal candidate will also be able to teach general computer science courses offered through the School of Business. The candidate should maximize utilization of our new cybersecurity lab, and provide leadership for a student-led cybersecurity club, including state and national cybersecurity competitions. Primary teaching responsibilities include undergraduate courses in introduction to networking, network security, information assurance, and digital forensics and the possible creation of new cybersecurity courses in the curriculum. Faculty members are expected to be involved in professional and community activities for the purposes of scholarship, professional development, student advising & mentorship, recruiting, and service.

Job Responsibilities:
• Teaching cybersecurity and general computer science courses at the undergraduate level. Depending on qualifications, teaching other courses in the School of Business and University is possible.
• Management of the OBU Cybersecurity Lab.
• Leadership in the student cybersecurity club.
• Student advising and mentoring.
• University committee service as assigned.
School of Business duties as assigned.

Other Duties:
• Assisting with the assessment process and accreditation reporting for the computer science - cybersecurity major.
• Working with Admissions to recruit students to the Business School and University.
• Networking within the community to help students connect with industry.

Job Requirements:
• Ability to teach courses in cybersecurity and computer science.
• Strong communication skills.
• Willingness to advise and mentor students.
• Ability to serve as a representative to the professional community beyond OBU.
• Commitment to pursue scholarly activity.
• Willingness to teach some online courses.

Education:
• A Master’s degree in computer science with an emphasis on cybersecurity or a related Master’s degree with relevant experience is required. A terminal degree in computer science or cybersecurity is preferred.

Experience:
• Preferred: Successful teaching experience at the university level and industry experience.

Experience:
• Be proficient in software development tools and classroom presentation software.

Physical Requirements:
• Sufficient mobility and physical stamina to teach classes and to travel as needed.

Special Requirements:
• Must be a member of a local evangelical* Christian church.
*Evangelical is a broad term referring to segment within Christianity which maintains the authority of the Bible and the belief in salvation by faith in Jesus alone.
• Please apply using the link for “Faculty Applications” on the OBU website after clicking APPLY NOW.

Expiration Date of Job Posting: January 31, 2027