Instructor / Assistant Professor, Cybersecurity and Network Management

Posting Number : 20260007FAC

Job Title :

Instructor / Assistant Professor, Cybersecurity and Network Management

Number of Vacancies :

About Murray State :

Murray State blends educational opportunities found at research institutions with collaborative interactions among students, faculty and staff found at smaller universities. Students receive personalized attention from supportive faculty and staff as the University offers a 16 : 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Murray State University places our highest priority on student learning and excellent teaching, blending the range of educational opportunities often experienced at research institutions with the nurturing student-teacher interactions usually found at smaller universities.

Located in the West Kentucky region, Murray State University is a public, comprehensive University which offers a low cost of living, low property taxes, and a four-season climate. Murray has a friendly, small-town atmosphere with locally-owned specialty shops and restaurants, an acclaimed community theater, art guild and award-winning public schools. The area is home to Kentucky Lake and Land Between the Lakes, a 170,000-acre National Recreation Area, which offers a wide-range of activities and amenities for residents and visitors alike. Located in close proximity to major cities and nearby access to Interstate 24, Murray is just a few hours from Nashville, St. Louis, Louisville and Memphis. Learn more about Careers at Murray State University.

About Murray State Benefits :

Faculty and staff of Murray State University have access to a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement, tuition waivers, generous paid holidays, vacation, sick, and paid parental leave, as well as many other benefit offerings. Please refer to the Murray State Benefits page for more information.

Equal Opportunity Employment :

Equal Opportunity Employer / AA. Murray State University does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, gender, identity, sexual orientation, religion, age, veteran status, disability or political or social viewpoint. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

Type of Employment : Regular Full-Time

Work Location : Murray, KY

Employment Term : Academic Year

Position Type :

Faculty (Non-Tenure-Track)

Department :

School of Engineering

Anticipated Start Date :

January 2026 or August 2026

Summary of Job Duties and Responsibilities :

Teach undergraduate cybersecurity and network management (CNM) courses on campus and online, which may include : information technology, network services, operating systems, network infrastructure, defensive cybersecurity, governance, risk and compliance, operational technology (OT), industrial control systems (ICS) cybersecurity, or other classes as needed.

Duties include developing and maintaining on-campus and online CNM courses and laboratories, assisting with the Association of CNM Students and CyberTeam student groups, liaising with industry partners, and actively participating in student outreach and recruitment activities

Minimum Education Requirements :

Master’s degree in Cybersecurity and Network Management (CNM), Cybersecurity, Information Technology or a related field. A Ph.D. is preferred.

Preferred Education and / or Experience Qualifications :

Preference will be given to candidates with industry experience in cybersecurity and / or information technology.

Note : If the successful candidate is master’s prepared, the position will be filled as a non-tenure track, instructor. If the successful candidate holds a terminal degree appropriate for the position, the position will be filled as a tenure-track, assistant professor.

Pay Plan : Faculty III

Posting Date : 07 / 31 / 2025

Open Until Filled : Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants :

Along with the application, the following items must be included :

• Letter of application indicating your preferred start date (January 2026 or August 2026)
• Curriculum Vitae
• Copies of academic transcripts
• Teaching statement is required that describes the candidate’s teaching background and interests

For best consideration, please submit a completed application along with all required materials by September 1, 2025. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.