Assistant Professor of Practice - Information Systems and Analytics

Position Overview
The Department of Information Systems and Analytics at McCoy College of Business, Texas State University, invites applications for a non-tenure track Assistant Professor of Practice. This business school faculty job starts in Spring 2026 and focuses on business information systems security, cybersecurity, and cybersecurity analytics.

About the Role
We seek a candidate with hands-on experience in business information systems security, cybersecurity, or cybersecurity analytics. Practical experience may include work in industry, government, non-profit, or research centers. The ideal candidate will teach and develop graduate and undergraduate courses, focusing on real-world applications and quantitative methods to solve business administration challenges in cybersecurity.

You will also be encouraged to:

• Contribute to the department’s research through publications and collaboration
• Supervise students and create industry connections
• Bring applied research opportunities and engage with external organizations
• Serve the department, college, university, and the wider professional community

Teaching is required at both the San Marcos and Round Rock campuses.

About Texas State University and McCoy College of Business
Texas State University is a Hispanic-Serving Institution and an Emerging Research University in the heart of Texas, between Austin and San Antonio. The university enrolls more than 38,000 students and has over 4,000 faculty and staff. The McCoy College of Business, accredited by AACSB, serves a diverse student body and supports research and innovation in business education.

The ISA Department offers:

• A university-wide undergraduate minor in Data Analytics
• Master of Science in Data Analytics and Information Systems
• Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Information Systems
• BBA in Business Analytics
• Contributions to MBA and DBA programs

Minimum Qualifications

• Earned Ph.D., D.B.A, or ABD (with completion by hire date) in Information Systems, Computer Information Systems, Management Information Systems, Business Information Systems, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a closely related field from an internationally accredited institution
• Ability to meet AACSB Scholarly Academics requirements
• Professional experience in business information systems security, cybersecurity, or cybersecurity analytics

Preferred Qualifications

• College-level teaching experience in information security or cybersecurity (undergraduate and graduate)
• Experience teaching in online, hybrid, or face-to-face formats
• Industry consulting in networking, security, or analytics
• Ph.D. from an AACSB-accredited business school with focus on business information systems security
• Publication record or potential in peer-reviewed journals

Why Join Texas State?

• Comprehensive health insurance starting your first day, with full coverage for employees and partial coverage for dependents
• Generous paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick days)
• Excellent work-life balance, including wellness programs and family-friendly resources
• Professional development opportunities, including workshops, online learning, and educational leave
• Inclusive community and active campus life
• Secure retirement benefits with employer contributions

Location and Campus Life
Located in San Marcos, Texas, the university enjoys a scenic setting along the San Marcos River, halfway between Austin and San Antonio. Faculty and students benefit from a unique mix of outdoor activities and easy access to the region’s innovation ecosystem.

How to Apply
For a full job description and to apply, visit Texas State University Job Posting, call (512) 245-2557, or visit our office at 601 University Dr., J.C. Kellam Bldg., Suite 340.

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This position is subject to the availability of funds.

Equal Opportunity Statement
Texas State University is committed to inclusive excellence and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.