Causal Instructor - Cybersecurity… at Bow Valley… · Calgary

About Bow Valley College

Bow Valley College is Calgary’s college with local impact and global reach, serving more than 15,000 students. We launch our students by preparing them for in-demand jobs through high-quality, future-oriented education. We advance our graduates into careers in healthcare, technology, business, entertainment arts, social services, and more, contributing to our economy and community. We evolve our students through work-integrated learning, upskilling, and reskilling.

Proud to be named one of Canada’s Top 50 research colleges, our applied research focuses on health and educational technology, and social innovation. Home to the Digital Entertainment Nexus, Calgary’s first esports arena, and the Bears varsity team, Bow Valley College is celebrating 60 years of student success. Learn more about the opportunities we create at bowvalleycollege.ca.

Position Summary

Are you a cybersecurity professional who is passionate about sharing your expertise and shaping the next generation of talent? The School of Extended Education is seeking an engaging and experienced Instructor to join our Cybersecurity Certificate Program as a casual instructor. This is an exciting opportunity to deliver high-impact, career-focused learning in a dynamic virtual environment.

As a casual instructor in the Cybersecurity Certificate Program, you will deliver high-quality, industry-relevant instruction to students in a fully online setting. You will design and facilitate engaging learning experiences, support learners in achieving program outcomes, and bring real-world cybersecurity practices into the virtual classroom.

Faculty in the School of Extended Education plays a critical role in learner success by delivering instruction, evaluating progress, and developing practical, applied learning materials. In this role, you will foster an inclusive and interactive online learning environment that supports diverse learners and prepares them for careers in cybersecurity.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Deliver High-Quality Instruction: Lead engaging and inclusive learning experiences in a virtual environment. Design and deliver lessons that reflect diverse student needs, applying a variety of effective instructional strategies. Continuously enhance curriculum, learning materials, and assessment tools to ensure relevance and quality. Monitor student progress, evaluate performance, and provide timely, constructive feedback to support student success.
• Foster a Positive Learning Experience: Create a supportive, respectful, and inclusive classroom environment that encourages student engagement and achievement. Address academic concerns related to performance, participation, or conduct, and connect learners to appropriate support when needed. Ensure required accommodations are implemented effectively and contribute to learner success through ongoing communication and support.
• Support Program Delivery & Continuous Improvement: Contribute to the ongoing quality and relevance of the program by incorporating current cybersecurity practices and industry trends into instruction. Participate in program activities such as orientations or graduation events and support initiatives that enhance the learner’s experience.
• Contribute to Institutional Excellence: Support the institution’s mission by adhering to policies, procedures, and academic standards. Engage in ongoing professional development and complete required training. Contribute to special projects, applied research initiatives, and departmental priorities as needed, bringing a collaborative and proactive approach to all aspects of the role.

What Sets You Apart

You are a skilled cybersecurity professional and engaging educator who brings both technical depth and a learner-centered approach to teaching. You have strong online facilitation skills and can translate complex cybersecurity concepts into practical, accessible learning experiences.

Your expertise may include areas such as governance, risk, and compliance (GRC), including familiarity with frameworks like NIST and ISO 27001, hands-on experience in incident response, threat detection, security operations and tools such as SIEM. You can guide real-world application through scenarios and discussion, and committed to supporting adult learners in achieving meaningful, career-focused outcomes.

You are responsive to learners’ needs, communicate clearly, build strong relationships with learners, and foster an inclusive and supportive virtual classroom environment. You are confident using technology to enhance learning, with proficiency in Microsoft Office and learning management systems such as D2L.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field
• Minimum 3 years of relevant industry experience in cybersecurity
• Prior teaching or training experience, preferably in an online environment
• A diploma combined with 5+ years of relevant cybersecurity experience may be considered

Assets:

• Industry certifications such as CISSP, CISM, Security+
• Experience teaching adult learners or delivering micro-credentials
• Familiarity with learning management systems such as D2L
• Additional certifications in cybersecurity or emerging areas (e.g., AI-related credentials)

Closing Date: May 20, 2026

This opening is a casual (faculty) position. Please note all successful candidates will be required to provide copies of government issued identification and proof of educational qualifications upon hire and may be required to provide an enhanced police information check. If your education was received internationally, we will require you to provide an international education assessment through IQAS, WES, or one of the other nationally designated organizations upon hire.

Diversity and Inclusion Commitment

Bow Valley College is strongly committed to fostering diversity and inclusion within our community. We welcome applications from qualified candidates who would contribute to the further diversification of our employees including, but not limited to, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.