Tutor - Information Technology, Networking & Cybersecurity

College: DCC

Department: Academic Affairs

Sub department: Science and Mathematics

Type of Appointment: Unclassified - Tutor

Duties And Responsibilities:

• Provide academic assistance to students individually or in small groups to enhance student learning without compromising the quality of the student learning experience.
• Review concepts and learning objectives for physics courses specific to the subject area to assist students with course content.
• Assist students in understanding networking and cybersecurity concepts, theories, and lab activities.
• Support learners with configuring network devices, troubleshooting connectivity issues, and applying security measures.
• Help students prepare for classes, labs, and exams in subjects such as:
• -Network Fundamentals (LAN/WAN, TCP/IP)
• -Routing and Switching
• -Network Security Principles
• -Cybersecurity Fundamentals
• -Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing Basics
• -Firewalls and Intrusion Detection Systems
• Reinforce classroom instruction by breaking down complex topics into practical examples.
• Guide students in using tools such as Cisco Packet Tracer, Wireshark, virtualization platforms (VMware, VirtualBox), and security scanning utilities.
• Assist with setting up and managing virtual labs for simulated network and security exercises.
• Promote adherence to industry standards (e.g., NIST, ISO, CIS Controls).
• Emphasize safe, ethical, and legal use of technology in all exercises.
• Document tutoring sessions, noting topics covered and student skill development.
• Communicate progress or concerns to faculty and academic support staff when appropriate.
• Encourage students to troubleshoot systematically, research solutions, and apply problem-solving strategies.
• Guide students toward professional certifications (e.g., CompTIA Network+, Security+, Cisco CCNA, CEH) where applicable.
• Keep up to date with current networking and cybersecurity trends, tools, and threats.
• Adhere to college policies and maintain confidentiality of student information.
• Attend tutor training and participate in departmental meetings as required.
• Provide basic technical support to students using the computers in the lab.
• Communicate services to students and staff.
• Assist in carrying out the resource lab’s rules and guidelines.
• Maintain learning environment in a safe, clean and orderly condition.
• Perform other duties related to the School of Stem as assigned.

Required Education: Associate’s Degree in Computer Networking or Cybersecurity, or higher with a minimum of 15 Hours of College-Level-Computer courses in Networking and Cybersecurity. 

Required Experience: Minimum of one year of general office experience or tutoring/teaching in a college setting.

Preferred Experience: Minimum of one year of tutoring/teaching Networking and Cybersecurity courses in a college setting.

Passing pre-employment criminal background screen is required as a condition of employment. DCC is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.