Part-Time Faculty - HIIM Cybersecurity

Position Summary

Position Start Date: 09/23/2026
Salary: $16,218 - $20,575 / quarter base rate depending on experience & education
(Per quarter salary calculation: Base rate multiplied by class load %, ex.: $20,575 base * 50% teaching load = approx. $10,287.50)

The Health Informatics & Information Management (HIIM) Program offers degrees and certificates accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education (CAHIIM) or through the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA).
Our HIIM programs are fully online, providing you the flexibility to work remotely. Beyond Washington state we can also accept applications from residents of Arizona, California, Hawaii, Nebraska, Louisiana, New Mexico, Oregon, and Texas. We are looking for instructors with expertise in cybersecurity in the healthcare industry.

Typical duties include the following:

• Teaching a Cybersecurity Fundamentals course (lecture and lab) to Health Informatics and Information Management students
  • Expertise in cybersecurity including current practices, systems, governance and risk management.
  • Interacting with students in weekly discussions
  • Responding to student questions in a timely manner
• Developing curriculum as needed including learning activities or labs, exams, and recorded lectures.
• Creating and updating HIIM courses on an ongoing basis based on industry standards and best practices

Qualifications

Required Education & Experience:

• Master’s degree in relevant field from an accredited institution
• Five (5) or more years of cybersecurity industry experience
• Relevant industry certifications such as CompTIA Security+, Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA).
• Two (2) or more years of experience teaching online in a higher education environment
• Curriculum development experience

• Microsoft Office programs, learning management systems, and other appropriate instructional technologies
• Associated regulations and trends
• Online curriculum development

• Imparting excitement and enthusiasm into the instruction of Cybersecurity and Health Informatics and Information Management
• Fostering a climate of equity and belonging through multicultural awareness and responsiveness
• Effective oral/written communication with individuals at all levels inside and outside the College
• Incorporating a variety of creative teaching methods to address the needs of a diverse group of learners
• Developing/modifying curriculum both collaboratively and independently
• Working and interacting effectively with colleagues, staff, students, administrators and others of various cultural and socio-economic backgrounds

Conditions of Employment

Physical Work Environment:
The College operates with both on-campus and remote services, with this assignment to be completed in an online environment. For remote (online) instruction, faculty will need to provide their own workspace and internet access, noting the College will provide technical equipment and support for online work needs.

Terms of Employment / Salary:
This is a part-time, non-tenured, quarter-to-quarter assignment. Salary is dependent upon the number of contact hours for this assignment as provided in the agreement with the Shoreline College Federation of Teachers. Hiring of this position is contingent upon available funding as determined by the College President.

Required Materials

To be considered for this position, please submit the following:

• NEOGOV online application
• Letter of interest addressing how your skills and experience meet the needs of the position
• Current resume
• Transcripts documenting highest related degree & related industry certifications
  • **Official transcripts/certifications due upon hire**

Other Conditions:

Shoreline College is committed to providing equal opportunity in education and employment for all students, employees, and applicants, and does not allow discrimination or harassment on the basis of race or ethnicity, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, creed, religion, status as an honorably discharged veteran or military status, political affiliation or belief, citizenship/status as a lawfully admitted immigrant authorized to work in the United States, or presence of any physical, sensory, or mental disability. For our full non-discrimination statement and contact information, visit: https://www.shoreline.edu/about-shoreline/non-discrimination.aspx.

Persons with disabilities have the right to reasonable accommodation in all aspects of employment with the College. This includes, but is not limited to recruitment, application, hiring, training, termination, conditions of employment, and any other employer-supported activities. Applicants requesting accommodation should contact the Office of Human Resources at hr@shoreline.edu.

In accordance with RCW 28B.112.080, applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current or past places of employment.

In compliance with the Immigration and Nationality Act, proof of authorization to work in the United States will be required at the time of hire.

Shoreline College does not currently sponsor HB-1 visas. Other conditions that may apply will be detailed upon the offer of employment.

Applicants considered for positions at the College may be required to submit to a background check as a condition of employment. Adverse information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability for the position.

Faculty positions are represented by the American Federation of Teachers Local #1950.

Classified positions are represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees.