Florida SouthWestern State College is accepting resumes in search of a Program Director, RIST Institute for Cybersecurity to join our team of exceptional employees. This grant-funded position is a specialized professional in support of the RIST Institute for Cybersecurity. The highly skilled and experienced Program Director will oversee and manage the RIST Institute for Cybersecurity. The primary objective of this position is to obtain the National Centers of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense (CAE-CD) designation for the program, ensuring compliance with the rigorous standards set by the National Security Agency (NSA) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). The Program Director will be responsible for program development, curriculum enhancement, faculty coordination, student engagement, industry partnerships, and administrative tasks related to achieving and maintaining the CAE-CD designation. This is a limited term, grant funded position renewable annually (July 1), contingent upon continuation of the grant.

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The ideal candidate will have:

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field (Master's degree preferred).
• Five (5) years of experience in cybersecurity, including program management or leadership roles.
• In-depth knowledge of cybersecurity principles, practices, and emerging trends.
• Familiarity with the CAE-CD requirements and process.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.

FSW Employee Benefits feature:

• Competitive health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance options to meet your needs
• Generous paid time off includes vacation, sick, personal, holidays, and winter & spring breaks
• Florida retirement membership (FRS)
• Educational and professional development opportunities for you and your dependents

Salary: $70,177.02

Application deadline: Open until filled

If this position sounds like something that you are interested in, **please submit your cover letter and resume **for consideration to become one of the best, the brightest, the BUCS!

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