Asst or Assoc Professor (Cybersecurity)

About the Position

The University of Hawaii – West O'ahu is seeking an Assistant or Associate Professor of Cybersecurity to join the Business Administration Division. This tenure-track, full-time role is based in Kapolei, HI, and is integral to the growth of the Cybersecurity and Applied Science programs. The position focuses on the Cyber Operations concentration, as well as Information Technology (IT) and Information Security and Assurance (ISA) concentrations.

The Role

As a faculty member, you will serve as a primary educator and scholar within the discipline. Your day-to-day will involve teaching a diverse curriculum ranging from Digital Forensics and Network Security to Modern Cyber Conflicts and IT Project Management. The role requires flexibility in delivery, with responsibilities spanning in-person instruction and distance education technologies.

Beyond the classroom, you will be expected to develop new relevant courses, provide academic advising, and supervise practicum students. A key component of this position is fostering strong relationships with industry employers and alumni to support enrollment management and program development. You will also engage in program assessment, participate in faculty governance, and conduct research or applied scholarship in the field.

Application Process

To apply, please click the "Apply" button on the job posting to create an account (if new to NeoGov) and submit the following required documents:

• A cover letter detailing how you satisfy the minimum and desirable qualifications.
• Curriculum Vitae.
• Names and contact information for three professional references.
• Copies of official transcripts (required at the time of hire).

If you are ABD (All But Dissertation), please include a letter from your committee chair attesting that all degree requirements will be met by August 1, 2025. Please note that only the most recent application from a candidate will be reviewed. Do not include self-identifying photos, and ensure all transcripts are redacted of Social Security Numbers and birthdates.

For inquiries regarding this search, please contact Dr. Frank Kudo, Business Administration Division Chair, at fkudo@hawaii.edu.

Equal Opportunity & Compliance

The University of Hawai'i is an Equal Opportunity Institution committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in employment, including on the basis of veteran and disability status. The University complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA); applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the application or hiring process should contact the EEO coordinator directly.

Employment is contingent upon satisfying employment eligibility verification requirements, reference checks, and, for certain positions, criminal history record checks. In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, annual campus crime statistics are available via the University's Title IX website or upon request from the respective Campus Security or Administrative Services Office.