KAPASA MAKASA UNIVERSITY
OFFICE OF THE REGISTRAR
CAREER OPPORTUNITY
CYBER-SECURITY LECTURER (ONE POSITION)

Kapasa Makasa University is inviting applications from suitably qualified candidates who are highly self-motivated and passionate about making a mark in the education sector to fill the position of ICT lecturer for Cybersecurity on full-time employment in the ICT department. The candidate should possess the following qualifications:

Qualifications:

• Grade 12 Certificate with Five (5) credits or better including English and Mathematics
• Holder of a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information and Communication Technology (ICT) or any ICT-related relevant field and a Master’s degree in either Information and Communication Technology Security, Computer Security, Network Security, Information Assurance, Data Privacy, or any Computer Science field with a focus on relevant security content. Must have at least two (2) years of teaching experience in a tertiary institution, and have scholarly experience.
• Being a holder of an earned PhD in Computer Science or an ICT-related field will be an added advantage.
• Must have a minimum of two years of industry experience with hands-on experience in roles related to:
  • Security analysis
  • Network security engineering
  • Penetration testing
  • Incident response
  • Security consulting
  • Vulnerability assessment
  • Security operations
• Prior experience lecturing in ICT, Computer Science or Cyber Security courses is an advantage, as it demonstrates the ability to communicate technical topics to students.
• Must have verifiable scholarly work published in reputable journals.
• Must belong to a professional body related to the field of expertise and be an active member.
• Holding a teaching methodology qualification will be an added advantage.

Responsibilities:

• To participate in offering computer and ICT courses to students pursuing undergraduate bachelor’s degrees in their respective fields.
• Mentor students applying academic knowledge to solve real-life problems as they work their way through their undergraduate programs.
• To work with the institution as well as outside professionals in discussing opportunities for coordination research and development.
• To review, revise, and improve curricula used by the department.

Required Skills:

• Intrusion detection and incident response.
• Network security control and threat knowledge.
• Should have programming skills in any combination of:
  • C#
  • C++
  • Java
  • Python
  • Web development
  • Any contemporary languages
• Practical knowledge of various tools and platforms used in cyber security, such as:
  • Firewalls
  • IDS/IPS systems
  • SIEM
  • Encryption technologies
  • Penetration testing tools (e.g., Kali Linux, Metasploit, Burp Suite, etc.)
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to set up and manage hands-on labs and simulation environments for students to practice real-world cybersecurity tasks.
• Knowledge of regulations and compliance.

Application Instructions:

Candidates should submit their applications and detailed Curriculum Vitae, certified copies of Academic/Professional Certificates, and three (3) names of referees, two (2) of whom must be professionally acquainted with the applicant, to:

• Email: [email protected]
• Phone: 0975093144
• Postal Address:
  • The Deputy Registrar
  • Kapasa Makasa University
  • P.O. Box 480195
  • CHINSALI

Closing Date for receipt of applications: 29 November 2024.
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted.