Lecturer- Department of Information Systems at University of Cape Town

Requirements for the Lecturer job:

• Master’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Systems or IT-related field
• Evidence of progress towards the completion of a PhD degree in Cybersecurity, Information Systems or IT-related field
• Demonstrable lecturing experience at undergraduate level in Cybersecurity, Networking and Information Systems
• Demonstrable experience in conducting practical labs and demonstrations
• Evidence of being an effective lecturer
• Evidence of expertise in cybersecurity tools (e.g. Kali Linux, Wireshark) and techniques
• Demonstrable experience with Learning Management Systems
• Evidence of postgraduate supervision (at Honours level)
• An emerging record of accredited research publications

The following will be advantageous:

• PhD degree in Cybersecurity, Information Systems or IT-related field
• Cybersecurity certification
• Practical work experience in a Cybersecurity/Information Systems/Information Technology role.
• Being conversant with frontline cybersecurity/IT technologies and demonstrating a commitment to keeping up with the rapidly advancing technologies in the cybersecurity field and introducing them in classes
• Demonstrated ability to incorporate inclusion, diversity, and educational equity in teaching
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with a range of stakeholders
• A record of contributing to supportive and collaborative work environments

Responsibilities include:

• Lecture on Cybersecurity and Information Systems courses at undergraduate and postgraduate levels
• Supervise postgraduate students on research projects (e.g., Honours, Masters)
• Conduct academic research in Cybersecurity and Information Systems on problems relevant to the local South African and broader African contexts
• Disseminate knowledge through the publication of research in various accredited outlets (e.g., journal articles, full paper peer-reviewed conference papers, peer-reviewed books and book chapters, etc.)
• Contribute to leadership and/or administration roles at the course, departmental, faculty and/or university level, as appropriate to the job level
• Use academic skills to provide service to bodies outside of the university (e.g., professional society, government agency, NGO, community group etc.)

The 2026 annual cost of employment, including benefits is R974 126

Closing Date:  28 June 2026