Qualifications
Columbia University SPS follows a scholar-practitioner faculty model, enabling students to benefit from faculty with exceptional academic credentials and practical experience within applied industry contexts. Essential Requirements:A Doctoral degree in a quantitative discipline. A minimum of 3 years of professional experience in roles such as Security Operations (SOC), Threat Intelligence, Incident Response, Security Engineering, Vulnerability Management, Cloud Security, or Applied Data Science/Machine Learning for security, across sectors including technology, finance, healthcare, consulting, or government. Proficiency in Python for data parsing/ETL, log analysis, and fundamental analytics (e.g., pandas, basic scikit-learn workflows). Familiarity with shell scripting (PowerShell and/or Bash) and core operating system tools for processes, networking, and file management. Excellent communication and feedback skills to foster a constructive learning environment.
About the job
The School of Professional Studies at Columbia University is actively seeking seasoned industry professionals to join our team as part-time Lecturers for the graduate-level course in Analytics for Cybersecurity Management. This course provides a thorough introduction to essential cybersecurity concepts, including network security, threat detection, and vulnerability management. It emphasizes the transformative potential of emerging AI and machine learning techniques in contemporary defense strategies. Students will engage with critical frameworks, sophisticated tools, and real-world case studies that illustrate how analytics supports strategic threat intelligence, incident response, and compliance with regulations.
Key Responsibilities:
Facilitate engaging class lectures, instructional activities, and discussions while attending all class sessions.
Address student concerns and inquiries promptly and effectively.
Assess and grade student assignments and performance.
Hold regular office hours for student support.
About Columbia University
Columbia University has been a pioneering institution in higher education for over 250 years, dedicated to attracting and engaging brilliant minds to advance human understanding, drive groundbreaking discoveries, and contribute positively to society. The School of Professional Studies at Columbia University delivers innovative and rigorous programs that transcend disciplinary boundaries, integrating theoretical knowledge with practical experience. With twenty professional master's degrees, advancement courses, graduate school preparation, certificate programs, summer courses, high school offerings, and English language programs, we transform knowledge and understanding for the greater good.