Adjunct Faculty Cybersecurity (Scripting, Penetration Testing & Web Security)

GST is seeking an Adjunct Faculty member for Cybersecurity (Scripting, Penetration Testing & Web Security) to teach graduate-level cybersecurity courses in scripting, penetration testing, and web application security. The ideal candidate combines academic expertise with hands-on industry experience and can deliver applied, workforce-aligned instruction that prepares students for real-world cybersecurity roles. • Teach assigned graduate cybersecurity courses in an asynchronous online format with required in-person engagement • Design and facilitate hands-on labs aligned to industry tools and real-world scenarios • Guide students through applied cybersecurity workflows including automation, offensive security techniques, and vulnerability analysis • Provide timely, actionable feedback on assignments, labs, and assessments • Support development of professional documentation, reporting, and communication skills • Maintain and update course materials within the learning management system (LMS) • Align instruction with current industry practices, certifications, and workforce expectations

Instructional Scope

Scripting for Cybersecurity • Teach core scripting concepts across multiple languages (e.g., Python, Bash, PowerShell) with an emphasis on comparing approaches to solve the same problem • Develop student competency in automating administrative and security tasks, including file handling, log parsing, and system operations • Cover scripting for networking tasks (socket communication, API interaction) and database operations • Introduce secure coding practices and debugging techniques • Emphasize real-world use cases such as incident response automation, data processing, and systems management

Penetration Testing • Deliver instruction aligned to industry-recognized penetration testing methodologies and Hack The Box certification frameworks (e.g., CPTS-level content) • Cover the full penetration testing lifecycle: reconnaissance, enumeration, vulnerability analysis, exploitation, privilege escalation, lateral movement, and post-exploitation • Include hands-on labs targeting network, web application, Active Directory, and hybrid/cloud environments • Teach tool usage (e.g., Nmap, Metasploit, BloodHound, credential attacks) alongside methodology and decision-making • Emphasize operational tradecraft, reporting, risk assessment, and communication of findings to stakeholders

Web Security • Deliver instruction aligned to Hack The Box web security certification frameworks (e.g., CWEE or equivalent pathways) • Teach how modern web applications function, including HTTP/S protocols, session management, authentication, and backend integrations • Cover identification and validation of vulnerabilities such as injection flaws, broken authentication, access control issues, and input validation weaknesses • Utilize tools such as Burp Suite, OWASP ZAP, and proxy-based analysis for hands-on testing • Emphasize attacker mindset, exploit development basics, and secure design principles • Incorporate lab-based scenarios simulating real-world web application attack surfaces

Education/Experience • Master’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Security, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a closely related field from an accredited institution required. • Doctoral degree in a related field preferred. • Minimum of 3–5 years of professional experience in cybersecurity, penetration testing, application security, or scripting/automation

Travel • Must be willing to commute to 3 Times Sq. for live synchronous classes at least 7 times a semester • Courses are delivered primarily in an asynchronous online format, requiring consistent online presence and facilitation

Working Conditions • Use of a computer • Need to sit or stand for 3-hour class

USD $6,500.00/Course USD $5,200.00/Course