Overview
UMGC is seeking an Adjunct Faculty member to teach Microsoft 365 Endpoint Administration (CMIT 380) in the Department of Cybersecurity. This is a fully remote, asynchronous, online position open to stateside applicants only. UMGC does not sponsor logistical support for this role.
Course Description
Microsoft 365 Endpoint Administration (CMIT 380) is a lab-based course preparing students to become proficient in Microsoft Endpoint Administration. Topics include:
- •Endpoint deployment and configuration
- •Application management
- •Identity and access management using Entra ID
- •Security policies and device management via Microsoft Intune
- •Windows client management
- •Troubleshooting techniques
Students develop skills through hands-on exercises and industry-aligned assessments to implement modern endpoints that meet organizational business needs.
About UMGC
Founded in 1947, UMGC is an open-access, minority-serving institution serving over 90,000 nontraditional learners worldwide, including a large military-affiliated population. Students are mature adults balancing careers, families, and service commitments.
Why Teach with UMGC
- •All courses follow a standardized, pre-designed curriculum model with rubrics, OER materials, library resources, and digital textbooks provided at no cost
- •Faculty focus entirely on mentoring, facilitating, and providing feedback rather than course building
- •True asynchronous flexibility: set your own daily schedule as long as weekly milestones are met
- •Comprehensive online orientation and ongoing cost-free professional development provided to all new faculty
Key Responsibilities
- •Maintain an active classroom presence at least 5 days per week, including a welcome announcement and driving discussions
- •Enrich the pre-built curriculum with professional expertise and real-world examples
- •Foster an inclusive, culturally responsive environment for adult learners
- •Respond to student inquiries, return feedback, and post final grades within expected timeframes
- •Monitor student engagement using available data tools and conduct proactive outreach to at-risk students
- •Partner with success coaches, academic staff, and portfolio directors to refer struggling students to support resources
- •Participate in UMGC faculty community activities including the Program Hub and ongoing training
Course Structure
- •Format: 100% Online and Asynchronous
- •Term Length: 8-week sessions (3-credit courses)
- •Class Size: Typically 25 to 35 students
Minimum Qualifications
- •Master's degree in Cyber Operations or a related field from an accredited institution
- •Microsoft 365 Certified: Endpoint Administrator (MD-102) certification
- •Professional experience in Cyber Operations or a related field
- •Must have and be able to maintain legal status in the country in which they apply to teach
- •Proficiency in written and spoken English sufficient to teach, communicate with students, and evaluate academic work
- •Student-centered approach rooted in empathy, flexibility, professional integrity, and cultural responsiveness
Preferred Qualifications
- •Certifications: CISSP, CISA, CISM, IPP, CRISC, or CCISO
- •Experience teaching adult learners in an online, asynchronous environment
- •Prior postsecondary teaching experience
- •Active engagement in the cybersecurity professional community
Application Materials
- •Resume or Curriculum Vitae
- •Cover letter (highly preferred)
- •Unofficial transcripts
- •Candidates with international degrees may be required to submit a translation or degree evaluation from a NACES approved vendor
Compensation
Pay is per credit hour based on rank and degree level. Newly hired adjunct faculty are generally appointed at Step 1.
- •Instructor, No Terminal Degree: $806 to $1,050 per credit hour
- •Assistant Adjunct Professor, No Terminal Degree: $877 to $1,127 per credit hour
- •Assistant Adjunct Professor, Terminal Degree: $1,023 to $1,288 per credit hour
- •Associate Adjunct Professor, No Terminal Degree: $947 to $1,205 per credit hour
- •Associate Adjunct Professor, Terminal Degree: $1,202 to $1,483 per credit hour
- •Adjunct Professor, No Terminal Degree: $1,023 to $1,288 per credit hour
- •Adjunct Professor, Terminal Degree: $1,347 to $1,645 per credit hour
Benefits
- •Access to health care, medical with vision, dental, and prescription plans (adjuncts responsible for total cost if enrolled)
- •Term Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
- •Supplemental retirement plans including 401(k), 403(b), 457(b), and Roth options (no university matching funds)
