Job Description

JOB DETAILS:

Applications are invited for a tenure-track position in Computer Networking & Infrastructure Engineering/Cybersecurity at the Assistant Professor level with an anticipated start date of August 18th, 2025.

We are seeking an enthusiastic individual with a passion for fostering an inclusive and equitable academic environment and a commitment to high-quality undergraduate teaching and research. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team of professionals dedicated to student-centered learning and innovation. The position offers a chance to shape the future of our Computer Networking & Infrastructure Engineering (CNIE) and Cybersecurity undergraduate programs and participate in cutting-edge research within a department recognized for excellence and inclusivity. As a polytechnic university, we support student learning in alignment with UW-Stout's polytechnic tenets of applied learning and research, business and industry collaboration, and career focused experiences. 

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum/Required

  • Earned Doctoral degree in Computer Networking/IT/Cybersecurity or related discipline by employment start date. 
  • Commitment to teaching undergraduate courses in Computer Networking/IT/Cybersecurity.

Highly Desired/Preferred

  • Potential for teaching excellence at the undergraduate and/or graduate level, in-person and/or online. 
  • A minimum of two years' industry experience in Computer Networking/IT/Cybersecurity.  
  • Demonstrated knowledge or technical skills related to IT and Cybersecurity.   
  • Experience using Network Programmability & Automation and Firewall technologies (e.g. Palo Alto).   
  • Current industry-recognized certification(s) within the field of IT and Cybersecurity, such as Palo Alto, Cyber Ops, Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) certification, Cisco Certified Instructor, or equivalent certifications. 
  • Record of scholarly activity in Computer Networking/IT/Cybersecurity.  
  • Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Teach undergraduate and graduate courses, especially those in support of the BS CNIE and BS Cybersecurity programs. The teaching load is typically 24 credits per academic year (12 credits per semester).
  • Engage in curriculum development, research, and scholarly activities.
  • Provide academic advisement to students in the BS CNIE and BS Cybersecurity programs. 
  • Collaborate with industry partners to maintain and develop new opportunities for students.  
  • Contribute to course and program assessment of student learning in collaboration with faculty and staff.  
  • Provide service to the department and the university along with other duties as assigned by the department chair.

DEPARTMENT INFORMATION

The Mathematics, Statistics and Computer Science Department offers all the core courses necessary for the Cybersecurity program the Computer Networking and Infrastructure Engineering program, the ABET-accredited Computer Science program, the Applied Mathematics and Computer Science program, as well as coursework supporting the ABET-accredited Computer and Electrical Engineering program.

Since 2017, University of Wisconsin-Stout has been designated a National Center of Academic Excellence (CAE) in Cyber Defense by the National Security Agency (NSA) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).

UW-Stout is the first four-year university to receive this designation in the state of Wisconsin. The NSA and DHS have certified that UW-Stout's Computer Networking and Information Technology (CNIT) curriculum meets or exceeds the requirements for CAE designation, as cited by the National Information Assurance Education and Training Program (NIETP).

The CNIE program, formerly known as the CNIT program, has been awarded multiple Department of Defense Cybersecurity grants to support cybersecurity curricula development and cybersecurity capacity building. CNIE students have repeatedly won recognition for their IT and security skills in national and international competitions.

We are a very inclusive department of 33 full-time members with a commitment to diversity, a strong tradition of excellence in teaching, and a growing program of scholarship and research in computer networking, information technology, cybersecurity, computer science, mathematics, statistics, and related areas. The department is committed to student-centered and technology-enhanced instruction. Technology usage includes students working on laptops in the classroom, web enhancements (e.g., Canvas course management and online homework systems), and interactive distance education course. Our department members actively serve and participate in a wide range of prominent research conferences and communities, both regionally and on the international stage. These engagements extend to well-respected organizations such as IEEE, ACM, CCSC, and ACM/SIGITE.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Complete applications received by end of day, November 15, 2024, are ensured full consideration.  Applications submitted after November 15, 2024 may be reviewed at the discretion of the search committee or until position is filled.

To apply, click on the APPLY button or go to: https://www.uwstout.edu/about-us/careers-jobs 

Required application materials: 
1. Cover letter (* See below)
2. Curriculum vitae or resume
3. Names and contact information for a minimum of three (3) professional references who can speak to your skills and abilities for the position
4. Statement of teaching philosophy (1-2 pages)
5. Statement of research interests (1-2 pages)
6. Unofficial copies of graduate transcripts

*Please use your cover letter to speak to each of the Minimum/Required Qualifications and Highly Desired/Preferred qualifications for this position as listed above. For each required or preferred qualification, describe your relevant experience, using specific examples from your work history to illustrate how your experience satisfies the requirement.

Applicants must complete all required fields and attach all required documents prior to submitting the online application.

Note: Once you have attached your materials and submitted your application you will not be able to go into the system and change them.

Before starting the online application process, we recommend you preview the frequently asked questions (FAQs) available at: https://kb.uwss.wisconsin.edu/21900 

It is the policy of UW-Stout to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance, or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact us using the information below. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodation for a qualified individual's disability.

For questions regarding this position or recruitment, please contact:
Search Chair: Dr. Xue (Shirley) Gong
Phone: 715-232-5074
Email: cnitsearch@uwstout.edu 

If you need assistance with the online application process or if you submitted your application prior to uploading all the required application materials, please contact:
Search Coordinator: Judy Darwin
Phone: 715-232-2308
Email: darwinj@uwstout.edu 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. The Universities of Wisconsin provides an excellent benefits package including participation in the Wisconsin State retirement plan, demonstrating our commitment to the diverse needs of our employees. UW-Stout is certified as a Family Friendly Workplace recognized for market-leading employee benefits and committed to supporting children and families.

UW-Stout is committed to nondiscrimination in its employment practices and to equal employment opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate against, harass or retaliate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, age, sex (as defined in state and federal law), sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, pregnancy, marital or parental status, genetic information, arrest record, conviction record, military service, veteran status, use or nonuse of lawful products off the employer's premises during non-working hours, political affiliation, declining to attend a meeting or participate in any communication about religious matters or political matters, honesty testing, or any other category protected by law.  

As an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, UW-Stout welcomes applications from individuals from diverse groups; veterans, individuals with disabilities and from historically excluded populations. At UW-Stout we value our differences and welcome diverse perspectives as we continually commit to developing an inclusive and equitable environment for all employees and students.  

Employment is contingent upon the final candidate's completing a criminal background check and being cleared to work by the Human Resources Office.  Employment is also contingent upon the final candidate passing reference checks and an essential job function test, as applicable. The reference check process includes asking the final candidate and most recent supervisor(s) questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment. Final candidates with previous employment within the Universities of Wisconsin and State of WI agencies will be subject to additional reference checks.

Official transcripts required at time of hire.

In response to a public records request, the Universities of Wisconsin will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in their online application, except that the identity of the successful final candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7)

UW-Stout is committed to providing safety and security of all members of our community in accordance with the Clery Act. For campus safety information and crime statistics visit: https://www.uwstout.edu/life-stout/police-and-parking/clery-information 

INSTITUTIONAL OVERVIEW  

University of Wisconsin-Stout, Wisconsin's Polytechnic University, offers an unmatched career-focused education that combines applied learning, theory and research with real-world experience that prepares tomorrow's leaders to drive the future of business and industry. At UW-Stout, our students do more than earn a degree--they do on day one. And we are #StoutProud to produce lifelong learners, ethical leaders and responsible citizens who succeed in a global society.  
 
UW-Stout is recognized nationwide for its operational excellence. We were the first and remain the only full four-year public higher education institution in the nation to receive the Malcolm Baldrige Award, and we are dedicated to a process-improvement model that leverages the power of data and the value of our people. We believe in critical thinking and fact-informed decision making. We pursue sustainability in form and function and collaborate across campus and with our partners to solve problems in industry and society. And providing an equitable, diverse and inclusive environment for our faculty, staff and students to live, learn and work is a top priority.

We offer 50+ undergraduate degrees, 20+ graduate degrees and 30+ professional certificates in Art, Design & Graphics; Business & Management; Education; Human & Social Sciences; Information Technology & Communications; and Science, Engineering & Math. Our first-class digital infrastructure and learning environments provide our nearly 7,000 students with every avenue to explore and personalize their success. As the only laptop+ campus among the 13 Universities of Wisconsin, UW-Stout provides laptops and industry-standard software, open education resources and other technology-driven advantages--all included in on-campus undergraduate tuition and fees. And we invest in people who share our vision to advance our position as Wisconsin's only Polytechnic University and as a regional, national and international leader in higher education.  

Be a part of the future at UW-Stout. Learn more at https://www.uwstout.edu/about-us 

University of Wisconsin-Stout is located in Menomonie, Wisconsin, a community an hour east of Minneapolis-St. Paul. A pillar of Wisconsin's Chippewa Valley and recognized as one of the best small towns in America, Menomonie provides an idyllic combination of natural beauty, outdoor recreation, boutiques and arts and culture with access to a metropolitan area. For more information about the UW-Stout community and region visit: https://www.uwstout.edu/about-us/our-community 

Additional faculty and lecturer opportunities at UW-Stout available at: https://jobs.uwstout.edu/teaching-jobs

Job Family: Teaching
 



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