Assistant / Associate Professor of Cyber Threat Intelligence

Classification Code :

UG74

Pay Band :

Subject to Drug / Alcohol Testing Guidelines :

No

Subject to Credit Check :

No

Internal Title :

Assistant / Associate Professor of Cyber Threat Intelligence

Department : Computing Sciences

Position Type :

PFAC - Slotted Faculty

Full or Part Time : Full-Time

Basis : 9 mo.

Job Details :

The Gupta College of Science and the Edwards College of Humanities and Fine Arts at Coastal Carolina University invite applications for a full-time assistant or associate professor (tenure-track) position in Cyber Threat Intelligence (CTI). This is a joint position between the Departments of Computing Sciences and Intelligence and Security Studies. The plan is for the Department of Computing Sciences to serve as the home department. CTI is a multidisciplinary field that focuses on collecting, analyzing, and interpreting information about current and emerging cyber threats, integrating technical data with contextual insights about adversary motivations, capabilities, and intent. Its purpose is to provide actionable intelligence that enables organizations to anticipate, prevent, and respond to cyberattacks, thereby mitigating risk. The successful applicant will be appointed to a full-time, nine-month position beginning in August 2026.Preference will be given to applicants with broad training and / or practical expertise in cyber security, computer science / engineering, intelligence / security, or related fields who can contribute to a new cyber threat intelligence program within our university’s curriculum. Understanding of information warfare and artificial intelligence is desirable. The ability to offer courses in cybersecurity, programming, cyber threat intelligence, emerging technologies, counterintelligence, and other areas of departmental need is of particular interest. Professional experience in the field is welcome but not required. The duties include teaching, research, and service. Specific responsibilities will include : 3 : 3 teaching load – 3 courses provided to each college for teaching undergraduate courses; Perform advising duties (determined by department chairs); Assist in developing curricular and other programmatic initiatives to support the growth of the new initiative in cyber threat intelligence; Engage in scholarly activity connected to either department; and Participate in departmental and college service. Required qualifications for this position include :

An earned doctorate in cybersecurity, computer science, engineering, intelligence and / or security studies, political science, or a related field (ABD will be considered if completion is scheduled by August 2026).Additionally, to teach in the department for which the candidate does not hold a doctorate, they must have completed at least 18 graduate hours or possess alternative professional qualifications. Candidates with alternative professional qualifications will be considered when such qualifications demonstrate equivalent competence in the field in question. Preferred Qualifications : A record of excellence in university teaching, service, and consistent scholarly research;Potential for developing curriculum and other educational opportunities to support academic programming;A record of excellence in mentoring, supporting, and advising undergraduate students;Excellent oral and written communication skills;Experience in distance or online course delivery.The Gupta College of Science works to provide a premier and experience-driven STEM education to all of its students. The college’s approach weaves together a strong liberal arts core, engaged STEM pedagogy, and high-impact practices associated with experiential learning to provide the highest quality STEM education possible. As one of the largest colleges at the University, the Gupta College of Science offers an impressive array of distinctive undergraduate degree programs, focused concentrations, and minors along with master’s degree programs and one doctoral program. The college is committed to providing our students and faculty with cutting-edge scientific equipment, instrumentation, and marine vessels for both teaching and research purposes.Four academic programs within the Gupta College of Science have earned accreditation through the Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET and the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET.The Edwards College of Humanities and Fine Arts is a diverse college with more than 1,700 undergraduate and graduate students. It offers 23 undergraduate majors and 4 graduate programs in 10 departments, including degrees in interdisciplinary studies, communication, the humanities, and the fine and performing arts. The Intelligence and Security Studies Department was established in 2021 and is one of the top undergraduate programs in the field. This new department originates from a highly successful major program that has been in operation since 2012 at CCU. Today this program has grown to more than 300 majors and is known for the strong placement record of its graduates and its established partnerships with federal government organizations.Coastal Carolina University is a public comprehensive liberal arts institution located in Conway, South Carolina, just nine miles from the Atlantic coastal resort city of Myrtle Beach. Coastal Carolina University enrolls over 10,800 students from 49 states and 55 nations. The University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award the baccalaureate and master’s degrees of national and / or regional significance in the arts and sciences, business, humanities, education, and health and human services, a specialist degree in instructional technology, and PhD degrees in marine science : coastal and marine systems science and education sciences.

Interested candidates must submit : a letter of application (outlining interest in the position with the specified qualifications and approach to teaching), current curriculum vitae, copies of transcripts of all graduate work (copies are acceptable at this time), a statement of teaching philosophy and research interests, a research sample, and contact information for least three (3) professional references. (Please do not provide links to letter hosting services like Interfolio; we require direct contact information for your references.) All information and material must be submitted electronically at https : / / jobs.coastal.edu / postings / 120114 . Applicants that are invited for interviews must provide official transcripts of all graduate coursework prior to visiting campus.

The University provides equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, national origin, or because an employee or applicant for employment is an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, an Armed Forces service medal veteran, a recently separated veteran, or an active-duty wartime or campaign badge veteran, or other “protected veteran,” as defined by law.

Coastal Carolina University is an EO / AA employer.

Required Qualifications :

Must hold the appropriate terminal degree or meet the established alternative qualifications, and exhibit strong potential for excellence in teaching.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities :

Current knowledge and mastery of demonstrable skills in area of expertise with ability and willingness to effectively communicate them to students and colleagues is required.

Posting Number : F00444P

Number of Vacancies :

Desired Start Date :

08 / 16 / 2026

Job Open Date : 09 / 24 / 2025

Open Until Filled : Yes

Quicklink for Posting :

https : / / jobs.coastal.edu / postings / 120114

Job Duty :

Teaches students in the classroom, laboratory.

Job Duty :

Prepares content, syllabi, and University Moodle / curricular site for each course and / or lab assigned each semester. Communicates to students after reviewing assignments. Calculates and assigns grades (e.g., mid-term and final) through established procedures listed in the Faculty Manual and University catalog. Tracks and reports absences as directed by the Office of the Registrar.

Job Duty :

Conducts research to create and add to knowledge in a field, including the advancement of new theories and principles to improve educational effectiveness. Trains students in related research techniques.

Job Duty :

Posts and holds regular office hours each week per College and University guidelines. Engages in University-related activities including committee assignments, meetings, ceremonies, events and scholarly pursuits as prescribed in the Faculty Manual.

Job Duty :

Performs other duties as assigned.