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Pennsylvania State University

College of IST Part-time Academic - IST 830

🇺🇸 Remote - PA

🕑 Part-Time

💰 TBD

💻 Learning & Development

🗓️ October 17th, 2025

Edtech.com's Summary

The Pennsylvania State University is hiring a College of IST Part-time Academic for the IST 830: Cybersecurity Project Management course. This role involves teaching project management principles and advanced cybersecurity project management techniques remotely through Penn State World Campus in the Spring 2026 semester, guiding students in managing risk, resources, schedules, budgets, and agile methods in cybersecurity contexts.

Highlights
  • Teach IST 830: Cybersecurity Project Management remotely in Spring 2026 semester.
  • Cover project management fundamentals and advanced cybersecurity project management topics.
  • Guide students on project charter creation, scope statements, scheduling, budgeting, resource assignment, and risk planning.
  • Include agile project management and cybersecurity risk assessment in course content.
  • Use project management software, tools, and techniques in instruction.
  • Require a doctoral degree or equivalent experience and education.
  • Preference for candidates with prior teaching and relevant professional experience.
  • Employment contingent on successful background checks per University policy.
  • Part-time academic appointment via Penn State World Campus.
  • Commitment to teaching diverse learners at all levels.

College of IST Part-time Academic - IST 830 Full Description

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

 
Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants. 
 
JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS
The College of Information Sciences and Technology (IST) invites applications to a part-time academic appointment for teaching the following course remotely, via Penn State World Campus, during Spring 2026 semester:
 
IST 830: Cybersecurity Project Management
This course provides students with the principles of project management and knowledge of the project management skills and processes needed to select, initiate, and plan a project. Students will employ various elements of the project management process, software, tools and techniques in a complex cybersecurity environment. In addition to learning basic project management topics, including creating the project charter, developing project scope statements, creating the project schedule and budget, assigning project resources, and risk planning, students will explore more advanced topics in the area of cybersecurity project management, including cybersecurity risk management and assessment and agile project management. Students will learn the sophisticated techniques and management designs used to effectively manage risk and uncertainty, financial exposure and human constraints. 
Applicants must possess a doctoral degree or equivalent experience and education and be committed to teaching learners at all levels and from all backgrounds; preference given for prior teaching experience and professional experience in a relevant area.
 
BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCESEmployment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
 
 
 
CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.
 
EEO IS THE LAW
Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.
 The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university's teaching, research, and service mission.
 

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