Causal Instructor Cybersecurity Certificate Program
Job Summary
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Position Summary
Are you a cybersecurity professional who is passionate about sharing your expertise and shaping the next generation of talent The School of Extended Education is seeking an engaging and experienced Instructor to join our Cybersecurity Certificate Program as a casual instructor. This is an exciting opportunity to deliver high-impact career-focused learning in a dynamic virtual environment.
As a casual instructor in the Cybersecurity Certificate Program you will deliver high-quality industry-relevant instruction to students in a fully online setting. You will design and facilitate engaging learning experiences support learners in achieving program outcomes and bring real-world cybersecurity practices into the virtual classroom.
Faculty in the School of Extended Education plays a critical role in learner success by delivering instruction evaluating progress and developing practical applied learning this role you will foster an inclusive and interactive online learning environment that supports diverse learners and prepares them for careers in cybersecurity.
What Youll Be Doing:
- Deliver High-Quality Instruction: Lead engaging and inclusive learning experiences in a virtual environment. Design and deliver lessons that reflect diverse student needs applying a variety of effective instructional strategies. Continuously enhance curriculum learning materials and assessment tools to ensure relevance and quality. Monitor student progress evaluate performance and provide timely constructive feedback to support student success.
- Foster a Positive Learning Experience: Create a supportive respectful and inclusive classroom environment that encourages student engagement and achievement. Address academic concerns related to performance participation or conduct and connect learners to appropriate support when needed. Ensure required accommodations are implemented effectively and contribute to learner success through ongoing communication and support.
- Support Program Delivery & Continuous Improvement: Contribute to the ongoing quality and relevance of the program by incorporating current cybersecurity practices and industry trends into instruction. Participate in program activities such as orientations or graduation events and support initiatives that enhance the learners experience.
- Contribute to Institutional Excellence: Support the institutions mission by adhering to policies procedures and academic standards. Engage in ongoing professional development and complete required training. Contribute to special projects applied research initiatives and departmental priorities as needed bringing a collaborative and proactive approach to all aspects of the role.
What Sets You Apart
You are a skilled cybersecurity professional and engaging educator who brings both technical depth and a learner-centered approach to teaching. You have strong online facilitation skills and can translate complex cybersecurity concepts into practical accessible learning experiences.
Your expertise may include areas such as governance risk and compliance (GRC) including familiarity with frameworks like NIST and ISO 27001 hands-on experience in incident response threat detection security operations and tools such as SIEM. You can guide real-world application through scenarios and discussion and committed to supporting adult learners in achieving meaningful career-focused outcomes.
You are responsive to learners needs communicate clearly build strong relationships with learners and foster an inclusive and supportive virtual classroom environment. You are confident using technology to enhance learning with proficiency in Microsoft Office and learning management systems such as D2L.
Qualifications:
Required:
- Bachelors degree in Computer Science Information Technology Cybersecurity or a related field
- Minimum 3 years of relevant industry experience in cybersecurity
- Prior teaching or training experience preferably in an online environment
- A diploma combined with 5 years of relevant cybersecurity experience may be considered
Assets:
- Industry certifications such as CISSP CISM Security
- Experience teaching adult learners or delivering micro-credentials
- Familiarity with learning management systems such as D2L
- Additional certifications in cybersecurity or emerging areas (e.g. AI-related credentials)
Closing Date: May 20 2026
This opening is a casual (faculty) position. Please note all successful candidates will be required to provide copies of government issued identification and proof of educational qualifications upon hire and may be required to provide an enhanced police information check. If your education was received internationally we will require you to provide an international education assessment through IQAS WES or one of the other nationally designated organizations upon hire.
Diversity and Inclusion Commitment
Bow Valley College is strongly committed to fostering diversity and inclusion within our community. We welcome applications from qualified candidates who would contribute to the further diversification of our employees including but not limited to visible minorities Indigenous peoples persons with disabilities and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.
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About Company
Bow Valley College offers year-round career programs that lead to certificates, diplomas, and post-diploma certificates, as well as adult upgrading and English language learning.