Job Details

Institution: University of Arizona, College of Engineering (ENGR)
Location: Sierra Vista, AZ
Salary: $92,308 – $115,385 per year
Posted: November 17, 2025
Category: Information Systems & Technology / Cyber Intelligence Operations
Position Type: Full-Time, Career-Track

Position Overview

The Cyber & Intelligence Operations (CIO) Department seeks a career-track faculty member for the Intelligence & Information Operations degree program. The role involves teaching undergraduate courses on-campus and online, mentoring students, and contributing to curriculum development. The department values candidates with expertise in Information Operations (IO), cybersecurity, intelligence, and applied AI.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate courses using multiple delivery formats (on-campus and online).

• Engage students in active learning, class participation, and project-based assignments.

• Develop syllabi, course materials, lectures, and assignments.

• Advise and mentor students on career readiness and professional development.

• Collaborate across disciplines and with community/business partners.

• Contribute to ENGR and university service, including committee participation and student mentoring.

• Participate in outreach to local communities, including government, business, and nonprofits.

Desired Teaching Areas

• Information Operations (IO) concepts, terms, and authorities

• Deception, Counter-deception, and Counter-intelligence

• Psychological Operations (PSYOP)

• Information Warfare (IW)

• Computational Propaganda

• Virtual Persona/Bot creation & management

• Applied Agentic AI & Generative AI

• Offensive and defensive IO operations

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Current knowledge of IO practices, tools, and technologies

• Pedagogical knowledge, curriculum design, and adult learning theory

• Instructional skills for both in-person and online modalities

• Ethical and legal standards in professional practice

• Strong communication, mentoring, and experiential learning skills

Minimum Qualifications

• M.S. in Information Warfare, Cybersecurity, Intelligence Studies, National Security, or related field

• Demonstrable experience in IO, PSYOP, deception/counter-intelligence, computational propaganda, virtual persona/bot management, applied agentic/generative AI

• Previous teaching experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Ph.D. in relevant field

• Experience with innovative online teaching methods

• Professional experience in the Intelligence Community (IC)

• DoD or IC security clearance

Tenure & Employment Details

• Career-Track (CT) Faculty

• Full-Time, 40 hours/week

• Benefits-eligible (health, dental, vision, retirement, tuition reduction, recreation)

• Open Until Filled

Application Materials

• Cover Letter

• Curriculum Vitae (CV)

• Statement of Teaching Philosophy

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of Arizona is committed to Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Additional Notes

• Compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy required.

• Annual Security and Fire Safety Reports available upon request.

• Contact: Jason Denno, Executive Director, Cyber Convergence Center – jasondenno@arizona.edu