Lecturer
The University of Texas at San Antonio College of AI, Cyber, and Computing, Department of Information Systems and Cybersecurity, invites applications for part-time Lecturer positions in cybersecurity, information systems, and digital forensics beginning Spring 2027.
The University of Texas at San Antonio (UT San Antonio) is a nationally recognized, top-tier public research university that unites the power of higher education, biomedical discovery and healthcare within one visionary institution. As the third-largest research university in Texas and a Carnegie R1-designated institution, UT San Antonio is a model of access and excellence — advancing knowledge, social mobility and public health across South Texas and beyond. UT San Antonio serves approximately 42,000 students in 320 academic programs spanning science, engineering, medicine, health, liberal arts, AI, cybersecurity, business, education and more. With 17,000 faculty and staff, UT San Antonio has also been recognized as a Top Employer in Texas by Forbes Magazine. Learn more online, on UT San Antonio Today or on X, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube or LinkedIn.
College of AI, Cyber and Computing
Launched on September 1, 2025, the College of AI, Cyber, and Computing at UT San Antonio is a dynamic hub for innovation, education, and research in the digital age. With over 5,400 students, the college is committed to preparing the next generation of leaders in artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, computing, and data science. By integrating cutting-edge technology with interdisciplinary learning, the college empowers students and researchers to shape the future of technology. Located in the heart of downtown San Antonio, it bridges academic excellence with real-world industry partnerships, offering students unparalleled opportunities to gain hands-on experience and drive meaningful impact in a rapidly evolving digital landscape. The College of AI, Cyber, and Computing stands as a testament to UT San Antonio's dedication to advancing knowledge, fostering innovation, and building a workforce ready to meet the challenges of tomorrow.
Additional information about UT San Antonio and the College of AI, Cyber, and Computing can be found at https://www.utsa.edu and https://caicc.utsa.edu.
Department of Information Systems and Cybersecurity
The Department of Information Systems and Cybersecurity consists of 14 tenured and tenure-track faculty members (including 2 adjoint faculty), 24 fixed-term track faculty members, and over 35 part-time adjunct instructors, supporting an enrollment of 2500+ students. We offer undergraduate B.S. degrees in Information Systems, Cybersecurity, and Applied Cyber Analytics; an online B.B.A. in Cybersecurity degree, minors in digital forensics, cybersecurity, information systems and technology, and enterprise technology administration; graduate degrees in an M.S.I.T (with an optional concentration in Cybersecurity and Cyber Analytics) and Dual M.S.I.T. with a Cyber Security Concentration / Master in Cybersecurity; and a Ph.D. in Information Technology with concentrations in traditional information systems, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence/machine learning.
The department maintains strong collaborations with prominent university and college research centers and hubs, including UT San Antonio's National Security Collaboration Center, Center of Data Science, the Cyber Manufacturing Innovation Institute, the Institute for Cyber Security, the Center for Infrastructure Assurance and Security, the MATRIX AI Consortium, and the Open Cloud Institute. Faculty have access to state-of-the-art research laboratory resources and high-performance computing resources.
Salary Range: $5,000 per course
Job Type: Part Time
Position Summary
The successful candidate will teach undergraduate or graduate courses in cybersecurity and/or digital forensics beginning in Spring 2027, with possible opportunities to teach graduate courses. Full lists of course offerings and descriptions are available here:
Undergraduate Catalog: https://catalog.utsa.edu/undergraduate/aicybercomputing/informationsystemscybersecurity/#text
Graduate Catalog: https://catalog.utsa.edu/graduate/aicybercomputing/informationsystemscybersecurity/#degreestext
Qualifications
- Master's degree or higher in Cybersecurity, Digital Forensics, Information Systems, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field relevant to the courses of interest.
- Five years of teaching and/or professional experience in cybersecurity, digital forensics, or a related area.
- This position may require the ability to maintain the security and integrity of UT San Antonio and its infrastructure per Texas EO-GA-48.
Preferred Qualifications
- Terminal degree in a relevant field. A terminal degree is highly preferred for graduate course instruction due to accreditation requirements.
- Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, Security+, GCFA, GCFE, or EnCE.
- Practitioner experience in areas such as incident response, forensic investigations, or governance, risk, and compliance.
- Evidence of integrating technology into instruction, online teaching, or using other emerging technologies.
- Experience incorporating active or experiential learning, or other evidence-based pedagogy.
Application Process
To apply, applicants must upload the following:
- A current curriculum vitae outlining relevant job experience that provides subject matter expertise in the courses the applicant is qualified and interested to teach, relevant professional certifications, and past collegiate-level teaching experience (course number, course name, and institution).
- Complete contact information for at least three professional references
- Letter of interest describing the applicant's professional experience, highlighting any work in cybersecurity and/or digital forensics, and listing the course(s) the applicant is qualified to teach in order of preference.
- Optional: a teaching statement (one-page limit).
Posting Close Date: Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM CDT on 11/06/2026. At the discretion of the hiring department, this posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.
This position will work both on campus and remote. Travel and parking expenses are the employee’s responsibility.
This position is contingent upon a successful background check. Verification of a valid driver’s license and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) may be completed as applicable. Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire.
Equal Employment Opportunity
As an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, it is the policy of The University of Texas at San Antonio to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetic information, and veteran status. The University is committed to the Affirmative Action Program in compliance with all government requirements to ensure nondiscrimination.
