Adjunct, Computer Networking

SUMMARY

APPLICATION STATUS

Your application status will be updated throughout the review process. If your application is still in progress, your application has not been reviewed by the hiring department Should a review of your application result in the intent to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email for an interview.

Position Summary

This is a Part-Time Faculty Pool for available assignments during the academic year. Applications are considered throughout the academic year and reviewed based on departmental needs. Should a review of your application result in the intent to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email for an interview.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

• Teach networking courses and hands-on labs in areas such as routing, switching, network security, virtualization, and cloud technologies.
• Develop and maintain curriculum, course materials, labs, and assessments aligned with College requirements and current industry standards.
• Maintain and configure networking lab equipment, software, and virtual environments to support instruction.
• Assess student performance, provide timely feedback, and maintain required academic records.
• Advise and mentor students regarding academic progress, career opportunities, and industry certification pathways.
• Utilize instructional technologies and learning management systems to support face-to-face, hybrid, and online learning.
• Participate in curriculum development, program assessment, accreditation, recruitment, and continuous improvement activities.
• Maintain current knowledge of networking technologies, industry certifications, and effective teaching practices.
• Participate in departmental and institutional meetings and professional development activities.
• Adhere to Alvin College policies and procedures.

Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate degree or higher in Networking, Computer Science, IT, or related field OR equivalent industry certifications
• Three (3) years of hands-on experience in networking roles such as:
• Network Administration/Engineering
• Routing & Switching (Cisco, Juniper)
• Cloud Networking (AWS, Azure)
• Network Security (Firewalls, IDS/IPS)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

CERTIFICATIONS (Highly Desired)

• Cisco: CCNA, CCNP, CCIE, DevNet Associate
• CompTIA: Network+, Security+, Cloud+
• Cloud: AWS Certified Advanced Networking, Microsoft Azure Network Engineer
• Security: Certified Network Defender (CND), Palo Alto PCNSA
• Virtualization: VMware VCP-NV, Nutanix NCP
• Emerging Tech: SDN, Kubernetes, IoT
• Bilingual – English/Spanish

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Networking Protocols: TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, VLANs, VPNs, IPv6
• Hardware: Cisco IOS/NX-OS, Juniper JunOS, Aruba, Fortinet
• Cloud & SDN: AWS VPC, Azure Virtual Network, Cisco ACI, VMware NSX
• Security Tools: Wireshark, Nmap, SIEM (Splunk), Firewalls (Palo Alto, Cisco ASA)
• Automation: Python, Ansible, Terraform
• Virtualization: VMware ESXi, Hyper-V, Docker, Kubernetes
• Must have a working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, as well as intermediate computer skills.
• Must be familiar with interactive teaching methods and instruction via the Internet.
• Working knowledge of Blackboard course management system.

• Cloud & SDN: AWS VPC, Azure Virtual Network, Cisco ACI, VMware NSX
• Security Tools: Wireshark, Nmap, SIEM (Splunk), Firewalls (Palo Alto, Cisco ASA)
• Automation: Python, Ansible, Terraform
• Virtualization: VMware ESXi, Hyper-V, Docker, Kubernetes
• Must have a working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, as well as intermediate computer skills.
• Must be familiar with interactive teaching methods and instruction via the Internet.
• Working knowledge of Blackboard course management system.

Disclaimer:

This job posting is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and is not a complete list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications required for the position. A full job description will be provided to candidates selected for an interview.

In order to maintain SACSCOC compliance, it is required you upload a copy of your transcripts for ALL degrees conferred.

Fingerprinting is a requirement for the local ISD's per Texas Education Agency. Alvin College will reimburse the estimated cost of $50, if applicable.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

The Employer and the Faculty Member are subject to all the provisions of the Interlocal Agreement between the Employer and the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ). The Faculty Member agrees to comply with all policies, procedures, and security regulations of the TDCJ while performing instructional duties within TDCJ facilities. If officials of the TDCJ exercise their contractual right to deny the Faculty Member access to the assigned unit, the Employer may terminate the Faculty Member’s employment and cease salary payments effective immediately.

• Alvin College is an equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate against anyone based on race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, or any other basis prohibited by law.
• Working knowledge of artificial intelligence (AI) tools and the ability to use them responsibly, ethically, and in compliance with organizational guidelines.
• Requires the provision of official transcripts and/or certifications within (30) days of hire. Applicants with academic credentials from non-U.S. accredited institutions are required to have their coursework evaluated in terms of U.S. "equivalency." Please refer to the NACES® website for further information.
• May require travel to our main campus in Alvin and/or to various offsite locations, including local high schools in Alvin, Danbury, Manvel and Pearland and to Texas Department of Criminal Justice facilities in Richmond, Rosharon or Lake Jackson.
• This position requires a criminal history and/or motor vehicle records check.