Faculty Fellowship Program: Collegiate Cohort - 2026 Application

Interested in teaching cybersecurity?

Faculty Fellowship Program:
Collegiate Cohort
Application

Application Deadline Extended: January 31, 2026 February 6, 2026

Cybersecurity faculty are in demand across the nation!  The Faculty Fellowship Program will introduce participants who are 'new to teaching' to a career path of teaching cybersecurity in a community college setting.  

Who should apply:

• College/university students in their final year or recently graduated (within a year) with a bachelor’s or master’s degree in cybersecurity or STEM.
• • Degree program must be at a regionally accredited U.S. college or university.
  • Applicant must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, or lawful permanent resident (green card holder).
  • Reside in the U.S.or a U.S. territory for the duration of the fellowship.
  • Interested in exploring the career path of teaching cybersecurity in a community college setting.
  • Students from underrepresented groups in cybersecurity are encouraged to apply.

• This workshop is not for:
• • Current or past K-12, college, or university faculty. (NOT ELIGIBLE)
  • Individuals with formal teacher education or significant teaching experience.

  Spread the word and encourage students that might be interested in teaching cybersecurity at the community college level to apply!

About the Program: 

The collegiate program consists of the following:

NCyTE Cybersecurity Fellowship Orientation (4 hours):
All accepted candidates must attend one of the virtual orientations.

Kickstart your journey with a comprehensive virtual orientation designed to introduce you to the dynamic field of cybersecurity education. Discover the significant impact you can have on the nation's workforce through community college teaching. The orientation will also outline expectations, schedule and commitment, and details of the program.

Microsoft 21st Century Skills: Classroom Management, Methods, and Pedagogy Workshop (16 hours): 
Prerequisite is completion of the Orientation.

All participants will be required to complete this 16-hour virtual workshop designed to prepare participants with basic knowledge and skills to be an effective community college cybersecurity educator. Participants will acquire insights into teaching and learning pedagogy, classroom management skills, student assessment, curriculum development, and the cultivation of student workforce competencies. The workshop will prepare students to take the required Microsoft Certified Educator (MCE) certification.

Fellowship Bootcamp:  (32 hours): 
Prerequisite is completion of the Microsoft 21st Century Skills workshop.

Participants of the Fellowship Program are expected to complete a 32-hour Fellowship Bootcamp. Participants will learn to:

• Integrate evidence-based teaching strategies
• create engaging, workforce aligned instruction
• produce draft lesson plans, labs, and assessments

The bootcamp includes at least 8 hours of in person instruction at Moraine Valley Community College (mandatory) and up to 24 hours of virtual instruction.

Teaching Assignment:
Prerequisite is completion of the Cybersecurity Fundamentals Bootcamp.

Upon successful completion of above program, participants will be placed for a teaching assignment, where they will contribute a minimum of 60 hours of service, lead at least one lesson, and provide the required deliverables per a student teaching agreement. Collaborating with their host college supervisor, participants will co-create a schedule and course materials that align with their strengths and goals.

Program Schedule:

Orientation workshops (4 hours, attend one of the following sessions) - virtual:

Microsoft 21st Century Skills workshop (16 hours, all dates required) - virtual:

Cybersecurity Fundamentals Bootcamp (32 hours, all dates required) - virtual & in-person

Virtual Workshops

• Friday, May 15, 2026 – 9AM-1PM PDT (Virtual)
• Friday, May 22, 2026 – 9AM-1PM PDT (Virtual)
• Friday, May 29, 2026 – 9AM-1PM PDT (Virtual)
• Friday, June 5, 2026 – 9AM-1PM PDT (Virtual)
• Friday, June 12, 2026 – 9AM-1PM PDT (Virtual)
• Friday, July 10, 2026 – 9AM-1PM PDT (Virtual)

In-Person at Moraine Valley Community College (Chicago area)
MUST BE ABLE TO ATTEND IN-PERSON!

• Friday, June 26, 2026 – 8:30AM – 4:30PM CDT (8 hours)

Teaching assignment at a local community college (minimum of 60 hours). A virtual assignment may be possible if approved with the host college.

How to Apply:

Click the "Register" button to apply for the Faculty Fellowship Program. Incomplete applications will not be considered. 

Application Materials:

You will be asked to provide your unofficial transcripts, an instructor endorsement letter, and a brief essay on what motivates your interest in teaching and participating in the program.

Key Dates:

• Application deadline: January 31, 2026
• Approximate notification date: February 20, 2026

Stipends: