Assistant Professor School of Computing

Assistant Professor School of Computing

Requisition Number: F00553P

Job Description:

Job Description

The School of Computing invites applications for a full-time
tenure-track faculty position specializing in Cybersecurity and
Artificial Intelligence to begin in Spring 2027. The department
seeks candidates with strong skills, industry experience, and/or
active research backgrounds in cybersecurity domains such as
network security, malware analysis, digital forensics, secure
coding, or AI-driven security workflows. The candidate will join a
dynamic department dedicated to high-quality teaching, applied
scholarship, and meaningful service. The School of Computing houses
three programs: Computer Science, Cybersecurity and Network
Management, and Web & User Experience.

Job Duties:

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Teaching & Instruction
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in cybersecurity,

software development, AI applications, and computer science.

• Deliver instruction across a variety of learning modalities,

including face-to-face, virtual, and fully online formats.

• Conduct courses at both the Ogden and Davis campuses, including

occasional evening offerings to accommodate varied student
schedules.

• Support student success through academic advising, mentorship,

and supervision of undergraduate research or capstone
projects.

• Research & Scholarship
• Maintain an active trajectory of scholarship and research in

core cybersecurity domains (e.g., network security, malware
analysis, forensics, secure coding) or the integration of AI tools
within security and software workflows.

• Disseminate scholarly work through peer-reviewed publications,

technical reports, conferences, or industry collaborations.

• Pursue internal and external funding opportunities to support

scholarly projects and student involvement.

• Curriculum & Program Development
• Participate in designing, updating, and evaluating

undergraduate and graduate curricula to stay current with industry
practices, security frameworks, and emerging AI technologies.

• Develop specialized laboratory exercises, hands-on technical

materials, and modern learning tools for cybersecurity
instruction.

• Institutional & Professional Service
• Provide active service to the department, college, and

university through committee memberships, policy development, and
program assessment.

• Engage with regional industry partners, professional

cybersecurity organizations, and community outreach efforts.

Required Qualifications:

Required

• A graduate degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity,

Information Technology, or a closely related field by the start of
the Spring semester (January 11, 2027).

Preferred Qualifications:

Preferred

• A Ph.D. in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information

Technology, or a closely related field.

• University-level teaching experience and industry experience

are preferred.

• The ability to effectively communicate in English, both

verbally and in writing.

• Proven ability to work collaboratively and cooperatively with

students, staff, and faculty peers.

Background Check? Yes

Benefits Summary:

WSU offers a generous benefits package that includes medical,
dental, long-term disability, life insurance, retirement, a
wellness program with release time and paid incentives, tuition
benefits, free tickets to athletic and performing arts events, and
paid holidays.

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Open Date: 10/01/2026

Close Date:

Open Until Filled: Yes

Notes to Applicants:

NOTE: Immigration sponsorship (H1-B, etc.) is not
possible for this position.

If you are passionate about what you could offer and accomplish
here at WSU, we would love to hear from you. The position comes
with a generous
benefits package.

To apply, please complete the online application and attach a cover
letter, current CV, teaching statement (other document 1), and the
names and contact information for three professional references.
Application materials should address the required and preferred
qualifications of the position.

Screening of applications will begin November 1, 2026. Position
will remain open until filled.

Criminal background check required as a condition of
employment.

Physical Activity of this position: Expressing or exchanging
ideas. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or
important instructions to other workers accurately or quickly. ,
Ability to receive detailed information with or without
assistance.

Physical Requirements of this position: Light work. Exerting
up to 20 lbs of force occasionally and/or up to 10 lbs of force
frequently and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move
objects. Use of arm and/or leg controls exerting forces greater
than that for sedentary work.

Visual Acuity Requirements including color, depth perception and
field of vision: Required to perform activities such as
preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; using a
computer terminal; extensive reading.

The conditions the worker will be subject to in this
position: None. The worker is not substantially exposed to
adverse environmental conditions (such as in typical office or
administrative work).

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