Noroff University College is currently seeking a Lecturer / Assistant Professor in the areas of Cyber Security and Incident Response for our Bachelor programmes.

Employer: Noroff University College AS

Location: Kristiansand, Norway (Physical presence required)

Application Deadline: 2 October 2025. We review complete applications as received.

Employment Type: Full time, 37.5 hours a week

Contract type: Permanent

Job reference: KRCFAIP2509

About Noroff University College

Noroff University College offers undergraduate and bachelor programs in Applied Computing and Interactive Media. Our campuses are in Kristiansand, Oslo and Bergen, as well as extensive online offerings. We are committed to innovation and excellence in education, preparing students to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving digital world.

The opportunity:

Applications are invited for a Lecturer (Assistant Professor or Høyskolelektor) position to join Noroff University College in Kristiansand, Norway. This post is a teaching position for the Bachelor programmes in Digital Forensics and Incident Response and Cyber Security. Applications are invited from candidates who have a strong technical competence and teaching abilities in the areas of incident response and cyber security.

At Noroff University College, we are an applied, teaching-focussed institution. Academic staff are expected to contribute to research that supports teaching and professional practice, but the primary emphasis of the role is on delivering high-quality applied teaching.

We welcome applicants from both academic and industry backgrounds who are eager to contribute to a practice orientated learning environment and support the development of future digital security professionals.

Your key responsibilities:

As an Assistant Professor at Noroff University College, you will:

• Deliver, teach and assess/grade core and advanced topics at undergraduate level.
• Be actively involved in teaching and shaping the discipline of incident response.
• Develop and prepare course materials, assessments, and practical exercises.
• Supervise and mentor student bachelor projects and contribute to skills development in technical contexts.
• Collaborate with colleagues on curriculum development and academic planning.
• Participate in internal meetings, quality assurance processes, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Required qualifications (Assistant Professor):

• A Master's degree in Computer Science, Digital Forensics, Cyber Security, or a directly related field.
• Fluent in English.
• Strong technical knowledge and practical teaching experience in one or more of the following areas:
• Incident Response – including threat detection, containment, and remediation
• Malware analysis – the examination, and analysis of malware
• Computer Networks – including TCP/IP, network protocols, and secure network design
• Cyber Security Operations – defensive and offensive approaches
• Operating Systems and Systems Architecture – with a focus on Windows and Linux environments
• Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing – including manual and automated techniques
• Solid understanding of applied computing, including networking, programming and operating systems

Experience we also value:

While not essential, the following will strengthen your application:

• A PhD or significant progress towards a PhD in an appropriately aligned discipline, or comparable industry experience.
• Experience working in a SOC, CSIRT, law enforcement, or cyber incident response team.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., GCFA, GCIH, CHFI, OSCP, CEH, CISSP).
• Proficiency in Norwegian or another Scandinavian language.
• Formal pedagogical qualifications (training can be provided as part of the role).
• Proven experience of teaching on a range of undergraduate courses including more specialist areas of Incident Response and Cyber Security at a higher education institution; or experience delivering technical training in an industry context.

Personal attributes:

• Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
• Enthusiasm about learning and education.
• Open to innovative models of learning and teaching.
• Self-motivated and capable of taking initiative.
• Willing to take direction from senior academic staff.

Join our diverse team of international staff at Noroff University College and contribute to educating the next generation of cyber professionals.

We offer you the following:

• A dynamic and international work environment.
• Competent colleagues with a passion for technology and teaching.
• Students who are motivated to learn.
• Work-life balance.
• Salary in accordance with agreement.
• Additional "squeeze days" between public holidays and weekends

Application Process:

Please submit a full academic CV and a cover letter summarising your suitability for the role (in one document), including the job reference KRCFAIP2509. Please apply before 2 October 2025. We will be continually evaluating applications. If a cover letter is not included, the application will be deemed non complete and will not be considered.

To learn more about Noroff University College and our Bachelor programs, visit https://www.noroff.no/en/studies/university-college

For informal enquiries please contact: Emlyn Butterfield [email protected]