Job Description

Consideration will be given to qualified internal full-time academic and partial-load employees first in accordance with the Collective Agreement requirements.
Professor, Cybersecurity (Data Security)

Sheridan is looking for an outstanding individual to join our faculty team in the School of Applied Computing to teach in our highly recognized and widely acclaimed Honours Bachelor of Information Sciences (Cyber Security) degree as well as other Computer Science and Information Systems programs. The successful candidate will have a strong background in computer science and cyber security and will be able to teach courses in these areas at all levels of study.

Candidates must have expertise in at least one of the following areas: Digital Forensics, Incident Response, Exploit Development, Malware Reverse Engineering, Intrusion Detection & Prevention. Practical knowledge of, and ability to teach, C/C++ programming, Assembly programming or both is also required. Practical knowledge of Computer Systems Architecture, Linux and Windows System Administration, Cryptology, Secure Software Development, or Database Security would be considered a definite asset.

The successful candidate will be teaching in multiple programs in the School of Applied Computing and will also lead and/or contribute to program and curriculum development. With an increased focus on undergraduate research in cyber security, candidates will also have the opportunity to participate as leaders in this evolving field of study.

What You\'ll be Doing

Sheridan faculty provide academic leadership to programs and courses within their areas of expertise and contribute to the creation of a learning-centred environment where students can develop to their full potential. They also contribute to College, School, and program excellence by leading and/or collaborating on a variety of initiatives such as new program development, applied research and alternative delivery strategies.

• Ensuring that program and course curricula are current, relevant, and reflective of best practices within the relevant professional/program disciplines.
• Defining, evaluating, and validating learning outcomes for courses and programs.
• Creating an effective environment for applied as well as digital learning which accommodates students\' diverse cultural and educational backgrounds, experiences and learning styles.
• Designing appropriate strategies and tools for facilitating and assessing student learning that are invitational and reflective of best practices in teaching and learning.
• Developing appropriate strategies and tools to assess student performance that are consistent with the learning outcomes of the course.
• Developing online materials, alternative delivery and collaboration strategies, and incorporating appropriate educational technologies into the applied learning process.
• Ensuring that students are aware of course and program learning outcomes and evaluation techniques.
• Providing individual learning assistance, academic advisement, and evaluation of student progress/achievement within assigned courses.

About You

You have the skills and knowledge to work with an increasingly diverse student and staff population as well as a proven commitment to anti-oppression, equity, and inclusion.
You are committed to excellence in teaching and learning within a collaborative team environment.

You have a demonstrated ability to convey the conceptual and applied aspects of knowledge to a broad range of students.

You value participating in and creating safe, brave, and inclusive environments at work and in the community and want to be a part of a culture where we strive to take actions to ensure no one is left behind.

The successful candidate will also meet the following qualifications:

• Master\'s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information System Security or a related field of study (PhD preferred).
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience required; a combination of industry experience and applied research will be considered.
• CISSP designation would be considered an asset.
• Advanced practical knowledge required in one of the following subjects: Malware Reverse Engineering, Exploit Development, Digital Forensics, Incident Response, Intrusion Detection and Prevention.
• Practical Knowledge of C/C++ programming, Assembly programming or both required.
• Experience in teaching and curriculum development at the post-secondary level or equivalent experience as a trainer in business or industry preferred.
• Strong network of contacts with other professionals, organizations and employers.

Who We Are:

\xe2\x80\x9cEvery member of the Sheridan community is passionate about the transformational role we play in people\'s lives. Our strategic plan, Sheridan 2024: Galvanizing Education for a Complex World ( ), charts a path towards a new ground-breaking model of higher education that reshapes post-secondary education and better prepares students for the future. We are committed to demonstrably advancing equity, diversity, and inclusivity. Diversity is our strength and fuels our commitment to excellence. Across our campuses, we\'re making meaningful strides towards developing an equitable and inclusive community\xe2\x80\x9d.

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Other Details
Faculty/Department: Applied Science and Technology
Campus Location: Trafalgar (may be assigned activities at any Sheridan campus)
Employee Group: Academic
Reference #: J0622-0754
Hours: Professors may teach between the hours of 8:00am and 10:00pm
Start Date: January 3, 2023
Salary Range: $67,893 - $117,697 (based on relevant educational qualifications and experience)
Application Deadline: July 30, 2022

Consideration will be given to qualified internal full-time academic and partial-load employees first in accordance with the Collective Agreement requirements.

Sheridan is deeply committed to implementing the Calls to Action framed by the Truth and Reconciliation Commission. We acknowledge that we live and work on the traditional territory of the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nations, Anishinaabe Nation, Huron-Wendat and the Haudenosaunee Confederacy. Sheridan is situated on these lands, and it is our collective responsibility to honour and respect those who have gone before us, those who are here, and those who have yet to come. We are grateful for the opportunity to be working on this land.

Sheridan values the diverse and intersectional identities of its students, faculty, and staff. Sheridan regards equity and diversity as an integral part of academic excellence and is committed to accessibility for all employees. Sheridan seeks applicants who embrace our values of equity, anti-racism, and inclusion. As such, we encourage applications from qualified candidates who have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including those who identify as First Nations, M\xc3\xa9tis and/or Inuit/Inuk, Black, members of racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women and/or 2SLGBTQ+.

Sheridan will provide job applicants with accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. To request accommodation, please contact .

You may be asked to provide copies of your educational credentials at the time of interview. Upon hire, we require official confirmation of educational credentials and Canadian equivalency assessments, if applicable.

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