Academic Staff Member - Network Tutors
Mō Tēnei Tūranga Mahi | About the Role
We are seeking two dynamic Lecturers to teach Networking courses from Undergraduate to Postgraduate Masters levels. You will cover key areas such as Network Security, Cloud Networking, and Infrastructure Management, guiding students through advanced networking concepts and preparing them for successful IT careers. Your responsibilities will include hands-on labs, network protocols, architecture design, and student mentorship. You will also actively engage with industry tools like Cisco, AWS, Azure, and VMware, ensuring the curriculum remains aligned with current industry trends and standards.
The appointing salary for this role will be between $79,000.00 and $90,000.00, dependent on skills and experience.
The Academic IT Network Lecturer is based in our Center for Information Technology| Te Pūkenga reporting to the Dr Blaine H. Rakena and will be responsible for:
Delivering engaging lectures and labs: Design and present high-quality lectures and practical sessions, creating course materials and assessing student performance.
- Updating course content: Remain current with industry trends and revise course materials to reflect the latest in Networking developments.
- Mentoring students: Guide and support students in navigating their academic journey and preparing for their careers.
- Collaborating with colleagues: Work with faculty to enhance curriculum and share best practices.
- Participating in curriculum development: Contribute to curriculum reviews and ensure high academic standards.
- Engaging in research: Maintain an active research profile and contribute to academic publications. Candidates are expected to work towards a PhD if not already acquired.
He kōrero mōu| About you
To be successful in this role you will have:
- Proficiency in ITIL frameworks: Understanding ITIL levels 1-2 for helpdesk operations and incident management.
- Windows Server Administration: Knowledge of Active Directory, Group Policy, and server roles.
- Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Familiarity with scripting languages (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation).
- Virtual Machines (VMs): Ability to manage VMs across hypervisors (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V).
- Networking protocols: Understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPNs, and firewalls.
- Teaching skills: Capability to deliver quality instruction in various IT subjects.
Qualifications| Tohu
Candidates must meet specific educational and certification requirements:
- Educational Background: A Master’s or PhD in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
- Instructor Certifications:
o Cisco CCNA Certified Instructor (CCNA 1-3).
o CompTIA A+ Instructor certification.
o Cisco Security Instructor certification (highly preferred).
o AWS Certified Solutions Architect.
o Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104).
o VMware Certified Professional - Data Center Virtualization (VCP-DCV).
Candidates with additional instructor certifications will be favoured, showcasing a commitment to professional development and enhancing the ability to deliver high-quality education.
We know that people from underrepresented groups and women in particular don't apply for roles if they're not a 100% match, but we're not looking for perfection, we're looking for potential.
Mō Mātou | About us
Wintec is a business division of Wintec|Te Pūkenga, a vibrant and progressive tertiary institute with regional campus locations in Hamilton.
Wintec|Te Pūkenga is committed to giving effect to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and delivering services in a manner that responds to the needs of Māori learners and their whānau, as well as the aspirations of iwi and Māori communities throughout our region (including Māori employers). To deliver effectively on this commitment, we recognise the need for a culturally competent and confident workforce vertically and horizontally across our organisation.
Me pēhea te tono | How to apply
As a responsible employer and education provider, Wintec | Te Pūkenga is committed to the protection of children and vulnerable persons and applies relevant policy and practice to meet this commitment. Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa and will be required to undergo pre-employment checks; Successful candidates will be required to undergo relevant vetting and employment checks.
We will be assessing applications as they come in and this role will be closed earlier if we receive a suitable candidate.
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