Executive Director for Central Texas Cyber Hub

What We Are Looking For

Reporting to the Dean of the School of Engineering and Computer Science at Baylor, this position collaborates extensively across Baylor University, the Greater Waco Region, Texas, and nationally to develop, launch and execute a series of programs, initiatives, and trainings to build digital skills, coding skills, and technical certifications inside Baylor and across Central Texas. We seek a dynamic and visionary leader to advance the collaborative’s strategic objectives in cybersecurity education, research, and community engagement.

About CTCR

The Central Texas Cyber Hub (CTCH) is a community collaborative in Waco, Texas involving Baylor University, McClennan Community College, and Texas State Technical College. Its mission is to establish Central Texas as the leading center of excellence in cybersecurity, addressing cyber workforce needs through non-degree training, stackable skills and advanced degrees for industry and government while facilitating world class cyber research.

A Master’s Degree and 10+ years of demonstrated leadership experience in software, technology, government, or related industry field is required. A Master’s Degree in business, computer science, or comparable STEM field is preferred. 

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

What You Will Do

• Develop and provide educational and professional development programs for r K-12, community college, undergraduate, graduate students, and continuing professionals to establish Central Texas as a cybersecurity workforce pipeline
• Expand academic partnerships with CompTIA and EC-Council, and develop customized training programs to meet the growing cybersecurity workforce needs
• Promote and expand Baylor’s undergraduate and graduate degree programs related to cybersecurity, and MCC’s associate’s degree program in cybersecurity
• Foster a collaborative environment for interdisciplinary research across campus and industry to address technical, workforce, and national cybersecurity challenges
• Secure external funding through grants and contracts to support applied research initiatives
• Provide trusted analysis and consulting services to its clients. These services could include cyber risk analysis, cyber gap analysis, design analysis, software/system testing, research & developmental guidance, and policy guidance
• Provide best practice evaluations to clients. These reviews could include cyber risk analysis, cyber gap analysis, design analysis, software/system testing, research & developmental guidance, and policy guidance
• Perform all other duties as assigned to support Baylor's mission
• Ability to comply with University policies
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance

What You Can Expect

As part of the Baylor family, eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, generous time off, tuition remission, and outstanding automatic retirement contributions. Baylor has a comprehensive benefits plan that supports you and your family’s wellbeing and allows you to be a part of the life of a vibrant and active college campus.  To learn more, go to Baylor Benefits & Advantages.

Explore & Engage

Learn more about Baylor and our strategic vision, Illuminate.  Also, explore our great hometown of Waco and the many opportunities to engage locally.  If you are new to Central Texas, This is Waco!

Baylor University is a private not-for-profit university affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, Baylor is committed to compliance with all applicable anti-discrimination laws, including those regarding age, race, color, sex, national origin, military service, genetic information, and disability. Baylor’s commitment to equal opportunity and respect of others does not undermine the validity and effect of the constitutional and statutory protections for its religious liberty, including, without limitation, the religious organization exemption under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the religious exemption to Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, and the Free Exercise Clause of the First Amendment to the United States Constitution, among others.  Baylor encourages women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities to apply. EEO/M/F/Vets/Disabled