Lecturer I denotes academic maturity and cyber leadership; a scholar-practitioner who coordinates courses and labs, mentors others, advances impactful research, and anchors UAST’s ambition to be a centre of excellence in cybersecurity education and innovation. The job purpose is to deliver high-quality independent teaching and laboratory leadership, lead impactful cybersecurity research and innovation, mentor junior staff, and contribute strategically to institutional governance and accreditation.

Coordinate core Cybersecurity courses and advanced labs. Supervise undergraduate research and capstone projects. Lead/co-lead funded research, cyber-range development or national-interest security projects. Publish in reputable journals and engage industry/government stakeholders. Serve on School/University committees and accreditation teams.

At least three (3) years as Lecturer II (or equivalent). Active membership of recognised national/international cybersecurity or computing bodies.

Teaching excellence; research leadership; mentoring; strategic cyber thinking; interdisciplinary collaboration.

Strategic vision in digital security and cyber governance. Ethical stewardship and national-interest orientation. Capacity to translate research into secure systems and policy advice. Strong mentorship culture and institutional loyalty. Deep alignment with UAST’s secure, innovative and Africa-centred digital future.