Job Description:

Job Responsibilities

Trident Technical College's Business Technology Division is seeking an Network Systems Management/Cybersecurity full-time instructor. This is a faculty position that works under limited supervision, reports to the department head and is primarily responsible for teaching courses by providing systematically planned and delivered instruction, designing and developing curriculum, evaluating student performance and advising students. This position also supports the Trident Technical College's Google Cyber Clinic Grant project in both administrative and academic roles.


To meet the demands of course schedules, faculty must teach varying schedules, including nights and occasional weekends, at a variety of locations, utilizing technology in instruction and a variety of teaching methods. Candidates must be able to function in an environment characterized by continual changes in information technology.

Google Cyber Clinic Grant Related Responsibilities:

Assist project lead with recruitment of students and clients for the cyber clinics

Assist the project lead with data collection and reporting for the cyber clinics grant

Assist the project lead with the purchasing of equipment, supplies and other budgetary decisions

Work with the college's marketing department to ensure visibility of the cyber clinic and its students in the local community

Teach the Cyber Clinics courses and assist with business community workshops

Perform site visits and security assessments (as needed) with cyber clinic students

Perform academic advisement for computer networking and cybersecurity students

Maintain a faculty teaching load of 80% during the academic yearMinimum and Additional Requirements

This position requires a master's degree in computer Networking, Information Systems, Information Technology, Information Security, or a related computer field or a bachelor's degree in computer Networking, Information Systems, Information Technology, Information Security and two (2) years of related work/teaching experience in information technology. Candidates with an associate degree in the information technology discipline, a bachelor's degree, and four (4) years of work/teaching experience related to industry experience in information technology will also be considered.

Preferred Qualifications

Technical certification is preferred for candidates possessing a bachelor's degree or an associate degree. Prior teaching experience is highly desirable. Successful candidate will be familiar with network defense, information assurance, computer hardware, desktop and network operating systems, and Cisco routing and switching. Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills are essential. Previous experience as a project lead/principal investigator on a private or government-funded grant is a plus.

Additional Comments

Applicants MUST complete the online SC State Jobs Employment Application. To fully evaluate qualifications, some positions may require submission of unofficial transcripts with the application. Only complete applications are considered. For assistance, contact TTC Human Resources at 843.574.6201. The position is open and filled with preference given to applicants who apply by September 27, 2024.


Faculty positions require the submission of related unofficial transcripts with the application and may include any required certifications. Upon hire, official transcripts/certifications are required. International transcripts must be evaluated through the World Education Services (WES). Official transcripts are required upon offer of employment.

Staff positions where a degree may be substituted for the related work experience must submit unofficial transcripts related to the position with the application and/or certifications. Upon hire, official transcripts/certifications are required. International transcripts must be evaluated through the World Education Services (WES). Official transcripts are required upon offer of employment.

Unofficial transcripts may be uploaded to the application, mailed to TTC Human Resources, PO Box 118067 Charleston, SC 29423), or faxed to 843.574.6682 or emailed in PDF format to Employment@tridenttech.edu by the deadline date and time.

Employment applicants may be subject to a background check. Failure to consent to a background check will remove your application from further consideration. Background checks are conducted in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA).



Trident Technical College is an equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate in the admission or employment on the basis of race, gender, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or pregnancy.

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