Number of Vacancies: 1
Area of Consideration: Open To The Public
Position Status: Full-Time, Regular Tenure Track
Pay Plan, Series & Grade: Commensurate with rank and experience
Salary Range: Commensurate with rank and experience up to $106,680.00
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Location: 4200 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20008
Brief Description of Duties
The Department of Computer Science and Information Technology in the School of Engineering and Applied Sciences invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor. We welcome applicants from all areas of computer science and computing-related disciplines, with particular interest in cybersecurity and privacy. We seek candidates who demonstrate excellence in research and teaching and who are strongly committed to diversity, mentoring, and collaboration. The anticipated start date is August 2026.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Faculty duties include:
- Teaching undergraduate and graduate courses
- Conducting high-quality research in collaboration with the department's established teams
- Developing and participating in externally funded research projects
- Performing academic duties, university service, and professional service
- Contributing to the department's pursuit of NSA/DHS National Center of Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity designation and ABET accreditation
Teaching or training experiences in the following areas are essential:
- Malware Analysis and Reverse Engineering
- Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing
- Digital Forensics and Cyber Investigations
- Cybersecurity Operation and Incident Management
- Cyber-Physical System and Block Chain Security
Additional Responsibilities:
- Teaching cybersecurity tools (SOC tools, Network Security Tools, Vulnerability Assessment Tools, IDS/IPS Tools, Digital Forensics Tools). Applicants should list relevant tool expertise in their application materials. The selected candidate will be invited to demonstrate competency in these areas.
- Assisting in the management and support of the cybersecurity laboratory
Minimum Job Requirements
- Candidates must have a doctoral degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related disciplines with a focus on Cybersecurity. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae (with a listing of academic publications), research statement, teaching statement, list of courses taught, and a statement of commitment to advancing equity and fostering an inclusive and diverse community in academia.
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES:
- Candidates must have a doctorate in Computer Science, IT, or a closely related field and a strong record of teaching, research, and scholarly activities commensurate with appointment at the rank of assistant professor.
- Excellent leadership, management, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication, financial management, and problem-solving skills.
- Knowledge of the best models and practices available to encourage student success. This will require regular research in this area, specific training, as necessary, involvement in relevant forums and conferences, and regular reading of higher education news sources.
- Ability to exercise initiative and creativity in implementing responsibilities.
- Dedication to students, commitment to excellence in creating and providing student support services and ensuring student success.
- Candidates should have a strong commitment to undergraduate and graduate teaching.
- Commitment to working in a collaborative environment with other team members.
- Exceptional interpersonal communication and management skills necessary to promote programs and to sustain strong student enrollment.
Information to Applicant
Collective Bargaining Unit (Union): This position is in the collective bargaining unit represented by National Education Association (NEA) and you may be required to pay an agency service fee through direct payroll deduction.
Employment Benefits: Selectee will be eligible for health and life insurance, and sick leave and will be covered under the University of the District of Columbia' s retirement plan (TIAA-CREF).
Equal Opportunity Employer: The District of Columbia Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical handicap, or political affiliation.
Notice of Non-Discrimination: In accordance with the D.C. Human Rights Act of 1977, as amended, D.C. Official Code, Section 2-1401.01 et. seq., (Act) the University of the District of Columbia does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived: race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, familial status, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, genetic information, disability. Sexual harassment is a form of sex discrimination which is also prohibited by the Act. In addition, harassment based on any of the above protected categories is prohibited by the Act. Discrimination in violation of the Act will not be tolerated. Violators will be subject to disciplinary action.
Veterans Preference: Applicants claiming veteran's preference must submit official proof at the time of application.
Visa Sponsorship: At this time, the University of the District of Columbia does not provide sponsorship for visas (e.g. H-1B). This position is also ineligible for Optional Practical Training (OPT).
Residency Preference: A person applying for a position who is a bona fide District resident at the time of application for the position, may be awarded a 10-point residency preference over non-District applicants, unless the person declines the preference points. If selected, the person shall be required to present no less than 8 proofs of bona fide District residency on or before the effective date of the appointment and maintain such residency for 7 consecutive years from the effective date of the appointment. Failure to maintain bona fide District residency for the 7-year period will result in forfeiture of employment.
Drug-Free Workplace: Pursuant to the requirements of the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988, the individual selected to fill this position will, as a condition of employment, be required to notify his/her immediate supervisor, in writing, not later than five (5) days after conviction of any criminal drug statute occurring in the workplace.
Background Investigation: Employment with the University of the District of Columbia is contingent upon a satisfactory background investigation. The determination of a "satisfactory background investigation" is made at the sole discretion of the University of the District of Columbia. The University may refuse to hire a finalist, rescind an offer of employment to a finalist or review and may terminate the employment of a current employee based on the results of a background investigation.
Disposition of Resume: Resumes received outside the area of consideration and/or after the closing date will not be given consideration. You must resubmit your resume to receive consideration for any subsequent advertised position vacancies. For the purpose of employment, resumes are not considered job applications. Therefore, if selected for employment a UDC application will be required.
Job Offers: Official Job Offers are made by the University of the District of Columbia, Office of Human Resources only.
Contact Information: All inquiries related to employment and job applications should be directed to UDC Office of Human Resources at (202) 274-5380.
The University of the District of Columbia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution. Minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For a full version of the University's EO Policy Statement, please visit: https://www.udc.edu/human-resources/equal-opportunity/ .
