Program Director, MS, Cybersecurity

Category:: Faculty
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Department:: 01-50-5016-Masters CyberSecurity
Locations:: Longmeadow, MA
Posted:: Feb 2, 2023
Closes:: Open Until Filled
Type:: Full-Time Salaried (Exempt)
Position ID:: 158628

About Bay Path University:

When Bay Path opened its doors to students in 1897, it had a very clear goal: to provide a practical, affordable, and career-oriented education to prepare students to not only meet the needs of companies, organizations, and communities but to also thrive in their professions, identify and realize their dreams, and make a lasting difference in the world. From the beginning, Bay Path prided itself on being entrepreneurial, constantly pushing the boundaries of the academic experience to fit the student...to start them on the road of success. That spirit and philosophy is best reflected in our shared vision, "At Bay Path, every learner's dreams of a better career, a richer life, and a brighter future will be realized."

Recognizing that our learners come first, we know it is equally important that we develop, cultivate, and sustain a culture that binds us together as a community. As part of the University's ongoing commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, we draw upon our eight Core Values-beliefs that provide the internal framework and a moral compass for how we work and interact with each other.

Bay Path University, an independent and not-for-profit institution, was named Among Fastest Growing Baccalaureate Colleges and Graduate Programs by The Chronicle of Higher Education Almanac, and is a member of the Women's College Coalition. With a main campus in Longmeadow, MA, and a satellite location in East Longmeadow, MA, Bay Path offers undergraduate, graduate (for women and men) degrees, and professional certificates.

For 125 years, we have been committed to preparing our students to navigate a constantly changing world. Whether it is one of our innovative academic programs, groundbreaking online learning platform, or our Women as Empowered Learners and Leaders initiative, we educate our students in ways that will help them to grow, learn to adapt, and always to flourish. Be part of the change. Be Bay Path.

We invite you to visit our website at www.baypath.edu where you can learn more about Bay Path University.

Job Description:

JOB SUMMARY:

Ensure that all graduate cyber courses are appropriately aligned with rapidly changing industry expectations and NSA CAE accreditation criteria.

Since most of our students come from The Knowledge Corridor and intend to remain in this region after graduation, the Director will be expected to work closely with the Sullivan Career Services Center to develop relationships with regional employers to create and maintain internships and employment pipelines for our students.

The incumbent will also be expected to coordinate closely with TAWC's Academic Director, BS, Digital Forensics to ensure continuity of our curricula and reinforce the pathway from our undergraduate to our graduate programs.

In addition, the Director will ensure optimal use of the cyber range and SOC at the Center of Cyber Excellence (CCE) at Union Station in Springfield, MA. For example, range-based learning experiences are to be threaded throughout the MS, Cybersecurity curriculum, and all Cyber graduate students should be encouraged to apply for internships at the range and SOC, with the Director fully engaged wherever possible in the teaching, learning and internship experiences at the CCE.

Finally, the incumbent will collaborate with the Academic Director, BS, Digital Forensics, the Dean of the School of Management and Technology, and their counterparts at the regions community colleges to develop and implement a new MS, Cybersecurity Bridge program in time for launch NLT AY 2024/25.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Teach a minimum of eight (8) courses per year (24 credits), with a (2) course release for administrative responsibilities associated with the directorship.
• Ensure that all graduate cyber courses are appropriately aligned with industry expectations and NSA CAE accreditation criteria.
• Create new programs based upon market needs and enrollment growth opportunities, e.g., a new MS, Cybersecurity Bridge Program for graduates of community colleges who wish to leverage their experience in IT to bridge into our graduate degree in cybersecurity.
• Maintain scheduled office hours online and on ground to ensure effective academic and career advising/mentoring, to ensure persistence to completion, retention and support job placement.
• Maintain course schedules in accordance with established curricula and staff courses with best available, seasoned cyber instructors.
• Collaborate with the CITL on the development of instructor online, on ground and hybrid teaching skills to optimize student success in each course across the curriculum.
• Conduct Annual Program Assessments to ensure continuous improvement and
• compliance with accrediting agencies.
• Collaborate with Enrollment Marketing and Admissions, as necessary, to ensure program marketing materials and campaigns are aligned with the evolving needs of the marketplace (i.e., content expertise). Collaboration should include timely responses to requests from Admissions for contact with prospective graduate students (i.e., funnel support).
• Maintain close contact and affiliation with small and large companies, non-profits, and government agencies in the region and beyond, working closely with the CCE at Union Station and the Sullivan Career Services team to ensure responsiveness to the business community and provide internships and timely entre' to employment opportunities.
• Collaborate with the MassCyberCenter at MassTech, Marlboro, MA, and the Cyber Center of Excellence at Union, Station, Springfield, MA.
• Coordinate the Annual Cyber Security Summit.
• Participate in Cyber Security Academic Advisory Board Meetings.
• Support research grants that advance cyber career development and student success.
• Attend faculty, School, and University meetings.
• Maintain an active presence on campus, including attendance at major University events (Commencement, Academic Convocation) and student events.
• Participate in University Committee assignments.
• Stay current with best practices in teaching and learning.
• Incorporate technology to enhance student learning.
• Understand and appreciate the University's mission, purpose and goals and the role of faculty in achieving those goals.
• Demonstrate commitment to a culture of diversity, respect for the individual and inclusion.
• Attend training as required.
• Perform other duties or tasks as assigned by the University.

Requirements:

• Field experience in Information Assurance and/or Digital Forensics is essential.
• Master's degree required. CSSP, Digital Forensics certification and/or Doctorate preferred.
• Undergraduate and graduate experience in cyber security is preferred.
• Previous teaching experience.
• Ability to adhere to university policies and procedures.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and within FERPA and HIPPA regulations.
• Ability to travel to and from university campus and office locations as needed.
• Valid U.S. driver's license.
• Must successfully pass the online safe Driving Course (within 15 days of hire) and driving record check at time of hire and annually thereafter.
• Should be committed to a culture of diversity, equity, respect, inclusion, and belonging. Demonstrated ability to build working relationships with people having a wide variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences different from ones' own.
• Ability to adhere to university policies and procedures.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and within FERPA and HIPAA guidelines.
• All new employees must complete the FERPA, Anti-Harassment, and any other required online trainings within 15 days of employment.
• General knowledge of the University's mission, purpose and goals and the role this position plays in achieving those goals.
• Must adhere to University COVID-19 testing, symptom tracking and all other COVID protocols established by the University.

Additional Information:

Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Bay Path University is a diverse community devoted to proactively nurturing a campus-wide culture that promotes and ensures equity, respect, inclusion and safety for all members regardless of race, color, national origin, age, gender, religion, sexual orientation and gender identity, socio-economic background, or physical ability. We are one University that opens our hearts and minds to conversations, to learning and to creating a community that is welcoming of all. Regardless of position, it is expected that each employee will embrace this commitment and demonstrate an attitude of respect toward and acceptance of all members of our community.

Application Instructions:

Applicants for this position should attach a cover letter, resume / curriculum vitae, and any other relevant information pertaining to this position and your candidacy. Please apply online. Faxes and emails will not be accepted.

Bay Path University is dedicated to building a culturally diverse and pluralistic faculty committed to teaching and learning in a multicultural environment and strongly encourages applications from minorities, women and all underrepresented backgrounds. An Equal Opportunity Employer, Bay Path University is committed to fostering diversity in its student body, faculty, and staff.

Bay Path University is a smoke and tobacco-free community.

All offers of employment are contingent on satisfactory background checking.

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