Posting DetailsPosting Summary
Working Title Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity 12-month Faculty / Lab Director (GA002)
Role Title 12 month-Instructor
Role Code 01023-SW
FLSA Exempt
Pay Band 00
Position Number 290GA002
Agency Brightpoint Community College
Agency/Division Brightpoint Community College (Div)
Work Location Chesterfield - 041
Hiring Range $80,000 - $100,000
Emergency/Essential Personnel No
EEO Category I-Faculty
Full Time or Part Time Full Time
Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs-Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?Work Schedule Varies
Sensitive Position No
Job DescriptionBrightpoint Community College seeks a dynamic, innovative, and student-centered faculty member to serve as the
Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity Faculty / Lab Director. This full-time 12-month position provides instructional leadership for the Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity Workforce Development Lab while teaching credit and non-credit courses in artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, cloud computing, networking, information technology, and related disciplines.
Teaching Faculty Responsibilities- Teach credit and workforce development courses in artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, cloud computing, networking, information technology, and related disciplines.
- Develop and maintain curriculum, course materials, student learning outcomes, assessments, and learning activities aligned with program outcomes, workforce needs, and industry certifications.
- Assess student learning and utilize data to support continuous improvement of courses and programs.
- Advise, mentor, and support student success, 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 activities.
- Maintain current knowledge of emerging technologies, industry trends, and instructional best practices.
- Participate in accreditation activities, institutional assessment, college service, committee work, and professional development.
Program Chair / Lab Director Responsibilities- Lead the day-to-day operation of the Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity Lab, including physical and virtual learning environments.
- Develop, implement, and maintain hands-on instructional environments that support artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, networking, cloud computing, and emerging technologies.
- Oversee laboratory technology resources, including equipment planning, procurement, inventory management, software licensing, maintenance, upgrades, and lifecycle management.
- Lead grant-funded initiatives and workforce development activities, ensuring achievement of project goals, deliverables, timelines, reporting requirements, and performance outcomes.
- Develop 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 student learning outcomes and program assessments, to ensure alignment with industry needs, accreditation standards, and workforce demands.
This is a
grant-funded, full-time, 12-month faculty position funded through the GO Virginia Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity Workforce Development Initiative.
Funding is currently secured for two years, with the potential for extension to a third year based on funding availability, program performance, and institutional needs.Special Assignments May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
KSA's/Required Qualifications - Master's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Information Systems, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or a closely related field.
- Minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in a qualifying discipline consistent with SACSCOC faculty credentialing requirements.
- Demonstrated 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.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with students, faculty, staff, employers, and community partners.
- Demonstrated commitment to serving diverse student populations.
- Successful completion and passing of a criminal background check.
Additional Considerations - Doctorate in a related discipline.
- Community college teaching experience.
Operation of a State Vehicle No
Supervises Employees Yes
Required Travel As required
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number FAC_2106P
Recruitment Type General Public - G
Number of Vacancies 1
Position End Date (if temporary)Job Open Date 10/21/2026
Job Close Date 12/31/2026
Open Until Filled Yes
Agency Website https://www.brightpoint.edu
Contact NameEmailPhone NumberSpecial Instructions to Applicants APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Acceptable application packages are those submitted through the VCCS career website located at https://jobs.vccs.edu/.
REQUIRED:
A fully completed state application, cover letter, resume/CV, all unofficial transcripts, and a list of three references.
There is a limit on the number and size of attachments that can be uploaded with the application. Documents that are unable to upload in the career website should be sent via email to
facultyjobs@brightpoint.eduimmediately after successfully applying to the position with the teaching discipline/job title listed in the subject of the email only.
Please do not submit the same document in the system and by email.Additional Information Position is open until filled. Application review will begin November 20, 2026. 
