Adjunct Instructor

Continuing Education and Professional Studies (CEPS) at SAIT offers a wide range of programs designed to support lifelong learning, career advancement (through reskilling and upskilling) and customized talent development solutions for corporations. Join a team passionate about building lifelong learning opportunities that help people in Calgary and around the globe navigate the changing world of work.

Cyber Preparedness for Leaders is an 80-hour hybrid leadership and capacity-building program designed for women-led small businesses and not-for-profit organizations across Western Canada. The program equips leaders with the knowledge, tools, and community support required to strengthen their organization's digital resilience.

The learning experience combines structured instruction, applied implementation, immersive cyber range simulations, and ongoing community engagement.

Note: We are currently building our Adjunct Instructor talent pool for potential contracts during the Academic Year. Hours are not guaranteed; you will only be contacted if a teaching opportunity becomes available. 

• We are seeking an experienced Cybersecurity Subject Matter Expert and Facilitator to co-deliver this program in collaboration with SAIT's Product and Learning Design teams. This is not a purely technical training role. The facilitator will guide non-technical leaders through applied cybersecurity concepts, governance decisions, incident response leadership, and implementation planning. The successful candidate must be able to translate complex cybersecurity principles into accessible, leadership-focused learning experiences.

• 80-hour program delivery across 10 weeks
• Twice/week live sessions (virtual)
• One in-person cyber range simulation session
• Implementation support hours for participant support
• Pre-program alignment meetings with Learning Design
• Exact hours and compensation will be confirmed upon engagement.
• Expected facilitation - End of May 2026 / early June 2026

• Program Delivery
• Facilitate live virtual training sessions and in-person cyber range simulation
• Guide learners through applied exercises, tabletop simulations, and action planning workshops
• Support development and refinement of the Cybersecurity Action Plan framework
• Provide structured feedback on learner deliverables, including incident response plans and investment cases
• Learning Support
• Participate in office hours to support learner's implementation questions
• Contribute expert insights during panel discussions and Q&A sessions
• Reinforce leadership-focused messaging rather than deep technical configuration
• Curriculum Input
• Provide feedback on focus areas, examples, and case studies
• Recommend real-world nonprofit and cybersecurity scenarios
• Ensure content remains current with evolving threat landscapes
• Community Engagement
• Contribute to select sessions within the ongoing learning collective
• Support psychologically safe and inclusive dialogue during peer discussions

• Required Experience
• 7+ years of professional experience in cybersecurity, information security, risk management, or cyber governance
• Demonstrated experience leading incident response or crisis management
• Experience facilitating adult learning, workshops, or executive briefings

• Preferred Experience
• Experience translating technical risk into business language for boards or senior leadership
• Experience working with small businesses, nonprofits, or mission-driven organizations
• Familiarity with NIST CSF, CIS Controls, or equivalent governance frameworks
• Experience conducting tabletop exercises or cyber simulations
• Experience in community-based or equity-focused initiatives
• Prior teaching or facilitation experience in post-secondary or professional education

• Core Competencies
• Ability to simplify complex technical concepts without losing rigor
• Strong facilitation skills and ability to manage diverse cohorts
• Skilled in guiding discussion, and facilitation skills
• Comfortable leading simulation-based learning environments
• High emotional intelligence and psychological safety awareness
• Practical orientation with focus on implementation

• Ideal Candidate Profile
• We are seeking a practitioner who understands both cybersecurity and the realities of resource-constrained organizations.

• This facilitator will play a central role in building digital resilience across Western Canada by empowering women-led small businesses and nonprofit leaders to protect what they have built. The program aims to strengthen regional cybersecurity readiness while advancing inclusive economic growth.

Job location: Virtual & SAIT Downtown Campus

Job classification: Adjunct Instructor

# of positions: 1-2

Position End Date - Aug 31st , 2026

Posting Closing Date :- Feb 20 , 2026

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