Full-time And Adjunct Faculty, Msc Cybersecurity And Digital Forensics

Job Title: Full-Time and Adjunct Faculty Department: Information Technology Programme: MSc Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics Employment Type: Full-Time; Adjunct (part-time, by semester or course) Reports Directly To: Head of Department, Information Technology Location: Accra, Ghana About BlueCrest College BlueCrest College is a private tertiary institution in Ghana committed to quality higher education, innovation and career-focused learning. Its programmes combine academic study with practical, industry-relevant skills. The Department of Information Technology is building a postgraduate offering that prepares professionals to protect, investigate and govern digital systems. Job Summary / Purpose BlueCrest College invites applications from suitably qualified academics and doctoral-level practitioners to teach on its MSc Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics programme. Successful candidates will deliver rigorous postgraduate teaching that links theory, research and current practice. Full-time faculty will form the programme's core academic team, leading teaching, research, supervision and quality assurance. Adjunct faculty will bring specialist and current industry expertise to assigned courses. Duties / Responsibilities All faculty (full-time and adjunct) • Plan and deliver postgraduate lectures, seminars and tutorials to the standards of an MSc programme. • Prepare and update course outlines, teaching materials and learning resources, including materials for blended or online delivery. • Lead practical and laboratory sessions, including forensic investigations, security testing and incident simulations, in safe and ethical environments. • Set and mark coursework, examinations and projects in line with the College's assessment and moderation policies, and give timely, constructive feedback. • Uphold academic integrity, research ethics and the legal and ethical standards of cybersecurity practice. • Advise and mentor students on academic progress and cybersecurity careers. Full-time faculty, in addition • Carry a regular teaching load across the programme as assigned by the Head of Department. • Supervise MSc research projects and dissertations, subject to the College's approval of supervisors. • Lead or contribute to curriculum development, periodic programme review and course benchmarking. • Conduct research, publish in reputable peer-reviewed outlets and seek research funding and partnerships. • Contribute to quality assurance, accreditation and re-accreditation documentation. • Serve on departmental and institutional committees and take on academic administration as assigned. • Build links with industry, regulators and professional bodies for guest lectures, internships and applied research. Adjunct faculty, in addition • Deliver assigned courses to the agreed timetable, including scheduled teaching, assessment and examination duties. • Bring current industry cases, tools and practice into teaching. • Submit course materials, marks and course reports on time, and attend course and examination meetings as required. • Co-supervise or advise on student projects where approved by the Department. Areas of Subject Expertise Applicants should have recognised expertise in one or more of these areas. • Digital Forensics and Incident Response • Computer, Network and Mobile Device Forensics • Cybercrime Investigation, Cyber Law and Digital Evidence • Network and Infrastructure Security • Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing • Malware Analysis and Reverse Engineering • Cloud Security • Security Operations and Threat Intelligence • Cybersecurity Governance, Risk and Compliance • Information Security Management • Cryptography and Secure Systems • Research Methods in Cybersecurity Qualification Requirements Minimum academic qualification (all applicants) • A PhD in Cybersecurity, Digital Forensics or a closely related discipline from a recognised and accredited institution. Related disciplines include Information Security, Computer Forensics, Network Security, and Information Technology where the doctoral research is substantially focused on cybersecurity or digital forensics. • Relevance is judged on the applicant's doctoral research, area of specialisation and demonstrated expertise, not on the degree title alone. • Applicants with foreign qualifications must present a GTEC evaluation report before appointment. Experience Full-Time Faculty Essential: At least four (4) years of teaching experience at university level Experience in postgraduate teaching or supervision A record of peer-reviewed publications in cybersecurity, digital forensics or a related area Hands-on experience with industry tools and frameworks, such as forensic suites, SIEM platforms, penetration-testing tools, the NIST Cybersecurity Framework and ISO/IEC 27001 Experience in curriculum development and programme review Desirable: Professional or industry experience in cybersecurity or digital forensics A record of securing research funding or industry partnerships Adjunct Faculty Essential: Evidence of effective teaching at university level Substantial and recent professional or industry experience in cybersecurity or digital forensics Hands-on experience with industry tools and frameworks, such as forensic suites, SIEM platforms, penetration-testing tools, the NIST Cybersecurity Framework and ISO/IEC 27001 Desirable: Experience in postgraduate teaching or supervision Peer-reviewed publications in the field Experience in curriculum development and programme review Professional certifications (desirable for all applicants) Recognised certifications strengthen an application but do not replace the PhD. Examples include CISSP, CISM, CISA, CEH, CHFI, OSCP, and other certifications from recognised professional bodies. Accreditation by Ghana's Cyber Security Authority as a cybersecurity professional is also an advantage. Competencies and Skills • Excellent postgraduate teaching, presentation and facilitation skills • Strong research, analytical and problem-solving abilities • Competence in curriculum design and assessment • Current practical and technical expertise in the field • Clear written and verbal communication and good interpersonal skills • Ability to work collaboratively in an academic team Interested applicants should kindly send a CV and cover letter to: hr@bluecrest.edu.gh Closing Date: 13th November, 2026 Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews. <