Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity 12-month Faculty / Lab Director (GA002)

Brightpoint Community College is seeking a full-time, 12-month Faculty / Lab Director to lead the Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity Workforce Development Lab in Chesterfield, Virginia.

Responsibilities

• Teach credit and workforce development courses in artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, cloud computing, networking, information technology, and related areas.
• Build and maintain curriculum and course materials, including student learning outcomes, assessments, and learning activities aligned with program outcomes, workforce needs, and industry certifications.
• Evaluate student learning and use data to drive continuous improvement of courses and programs.
• Advise, mentor, and support student success, including retention, career readiness, and academic progression.
• Prepare students for industry-recognized credentials, certifications, and employment opportunities.
• Support internships, apprenticeships, work-based learning, recruitment, outreach, and community engagement.
• Stay current on emerging technologies, industry trends, and instructional best practices.
• Participate in accreditation activities, institutional assessment, college service, committee work, and professional development.
• Run the day-to-day operations of the Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity Lab, including physical and virtual learning environments.
• Develop, implement, and maintain hands-on instructional environments for artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, networking, cloud computing, and emerging technologies.
• Manage lab technology resources: equipment planning, procurement, inventory, software licensing, maintenance, upgrades, and lifecycle management.
• Lead grant-funded initiatives and workforce development efforts, meeting goals, deliverables, timelines, reporting requirements, and performance outcomes.
• Create and deliver workforce training programs, boot camps, certification preparation courses, short-term credentials, and customized employer training.
• Develop, evaluate, and revise academic and workforce programs, including learning outcomes and program assessments, aligned with industry needs, accreditation standards, and workforce demands.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Information Systems, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or a closely related field.
• At least 18 graduate semester hours in a qualifying discipline consistent with SACSCOC faculty credentialing requirements.
• Proven teaching experience or significant industry experience in cybersecurity, information technology, networking, cloud computing, artificial intelligence, or related technical fields.
• Demonstrated experience using instructional technologies and learning management systems.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Strong communication skills in oral and written formats with students, faculty, staff, employers, and community partners.
• Commitment to serving diverse student populations.
• Successful completion and passing of a criminal background check.

Technologies

• Learning management systems

Benefits

• State of Virginia employee benefits
• Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, and vision)
• Choice of Virginia Retirement System (VRS) participation or ORP Optional Retirement Plan participation
• Generous annual leave and paid holidays
• Professional development opportunities
• Continuous Learning Programs and Educational Assistance Programs
• Access to wellness resources and employee assistance programs

Additional Considerations

• Doctorate in a related discipline.
• Community college teaching experience.

Position Details

• Grant-funded, full-time, 12-month faculty position.
• Funding source: Go Virginia Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity.
• Funding is currently secured for two years, with potential extension to a third year based on funding availability, program performance, and institutional needs.

Compensation: USD 80,000 - 100,000 per year.

Location: Chesterfield, Virginia, United States (onsite).