The University of Maine at Presque Isle (UMPI) is seeking to hire fully
remote Adjunct Faculty members who are subject matter experts in Cyber
Security.
UMPI is a public institution for competency-based education (CBE) accredited by
New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE), the YourPace degree programs
are self-paced, student-driven, student-centered, subscription-based
competency-education model that primarily serves adult learners. YourPace allows
high flexibility for students without compromising academic quality.
YourPace invites applicants to be Adjunct Faculty members to be Instructors of
Record and/or develop courses from a wide range of disciplines and professional
skills for undergraduate and graduate degree programs. Teaching assignments may
begin at any of our six or eight-week session start dates per year. YourPace
seeks subject matter experts in the following areas:
Cyber forensics
Cyber risk management
Applied cryptography
Penetration testing
Secure network administration
Cybersecurity law
Other subjects that may be relevant to the major
All YourPace competencies are fully online and asynchronous, and interpersonal
interactions with students are expected. YourPace Adjunct Faculty are
compensated based on agreements as per the appropriate Collective Bargaining
Agreements/MOU.
Required Qualifications
Master's degree in Cybersecurity or a related field
Demonstrated academic and/or professional experience in cybersecurity or a
closely related technical field
Demonstrated knowledge and applied experience in one or more of the following
fields: network security, digital forensics, penetration testing, risk
management, or systems security
Preferred Qualifications
Doctoral degree in Cybersecurity or a related field
Prior college-level teaching experience in cybersecurity, computer science,
or a related field
Experience teaching in online, asynchronous, competency-based, or other
nontraditional instructional environments
Current or recent industry certification such as CISSP, CASP+/SecurityX,
CISM, CISA, CCNA/CCNP, or comparable credentials.
Experience with learning management systems, particularly Brightspace/D2L
Experience with virtual labs, cloud environments, virtualization, network
simulation, cybersecurity ranges, or other technologies used to deliver
hands-on cybersecurity education remotely.
Technology Requirements: YourPace Adjunct Faculty are required to have the
appropriate technology to teach in a fully online environment. This includes,
but is not limited to:
Computer (laptop) with appropriate amounts of processing speed
High-speed internet connection
Webcam
Microphone
How to Apply
Click “Apply Now” below or visit the UMPI Careers Page
[http://umpi.careers.maine.edu/].
You will be required to create an application profile and application.
In addition, for your application to be considered complete, you must
submit (upload):
Cover letter (include your experience, interests, and suitability for the
position with specific reference to the qualifications outlined above;
including an indication of which subject(s) you believe you could teach)
Curriculum vitae (preferred) or résumé
Transcript for highest degree earned
Important items to know about the recruitment process:
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and candidates will be
hired as programmatic needs arise. (Unless otherwise notified, applications
will remain on file until May 30, 2027. If no communication regarding
application status has been received by that date, the application will be
considered inactive.)
Candidates selected to proceed to the final stages of the search process will
be requested to provide a list of references.
A background screening will be conducted on candidates who move forward in
the selection process.
The University is not able to consider applicants who require Visa
sponsorship support.
About the University
For more than a century, the University of Maine at Presque Isle (UMPI) has
helped students build successful professional careers. UMPI offers life-changing
opportunities in a caring, small-university environment for 3,000 traditional
and non-traditional students from Maine, across the United States, and around
the world.
To learn more, visit the University of Maine at Presque Isle website
[https://www.umpi.edu/].
Situated on 150 acres amidst the rolling hills and potato fields of northern
Maine, UMPI strives to be the region’s premier learning institution while
helping to stimulate cultural and economic development throughout Aroostook
County and the State of Maine. Serving as an educational and cultural center for
the area, university facilities host lectures, academic programs, concerts,
dance performances, art exhibits, and plays that benefit the entire region. You
can also explore community resources and regional attractions by reading more
about what Aroostook County has to offer [https://visitaroostook.com/].
Clery Act- The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus
Crime Statistics Act, or Clery Act, mandates that all Title IV institutions,
such as the University, prepare, publish and distribute an Annual Security
Report, (ASR) and provide notice of the availability of the ASR to all
prospective employees. This report consists of two basic parts: disclosure of
the University’s crime statistics for the past three calendar years; and
disclosures regarding the University’s current campus security policies. You
may view the University’s Annual Security Report
[https://www.umpi.edu/files/offices/security/annual-security-report.pdf]. If you
have any questions, contact Safety and Security 111 Campus Center 181 Main St.,
Presque Isle, ME 04769 Phone: (207) 768-9580
Equal Opportunity Statement- Equal Opportunity Statement- The University of
Maine System is an equal opportunity institution committed to nondiscrimination.
The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding
non-discrimination policies: Director of Equal Opportunity, 5713 Chadbourne
Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207-581-1226. TTY
711 (Maine Relay System).
About the University of Maine System
The University of Maine System (UMS), established in 1968, consists of seven
universities and the University of Maine School of Law, spread across various
locations in Maine. UMS provides system-wide services and governance from these
locations, leveraging the distinct strengths and collaborations among its
institutions to advance strategic priorities for UMS
[https://www.maine.edu/strategic-plan/] and the state of Maine.
Choosing UMS means opting for a high quality of life supported by excellent
benefits such as tuition waivers, robust retirement contributions, and
comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, and
disability. Maine's diverse landscapes, from accessible wilderness and rugged
coastline to urban centers and rural communities, offer numerous cultural
activities, strong public schools, safe neighborhoods, and high-quality
healthcare. Discover more about Maine's exemplary lifestyle on the Maine Office
of Tourism website [https://visitmaine.com/plan-your-visit/relocating-to-maine].