Ferris State University

Cybersecurity Student Lab Assistant (Student Position)

Ferris State University Big Rapids, Michigan, United States · $29K/yr

Higher Education · 201-500 employees

19 h ago
security Junior (0-2 yrs) Part-time United States
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About the role

The student lab assistant will provide peer-to-peer technical support for cybersecurity courses and assist faculty with hands-on lab exercises. They are responsible for troubleshooting technical issues and maintaining the instructional lab environment.

What they look for

Cybersecurity Networking Linux Windows Digital forensics Virtualization Troubleshooting Wazuh Security Onion Communication Professionalism

Requirements

Candidates must have completed ISIN 200 or an equivalent course and possess strong skills in Linux, Windows, and networking. Excellent communication, professionalism, and a commitment to academic integrity are required.

Full description

Position Title: Cybersecurity Student Lab Assistant (Student Position)  

Location: Big Rapids, MI 49307  

Department:

College of Business

 

Advertised Salary: $13.73  

Summary of Position: Assist students with cybersecurity concepts, networking, Linux, Windows, digital forensics, and hands-on lab exercises. Support faculty. Provide 1v1 peer assistance and technical laboratory support for ISIN 200 and ISIN 409. Assist faculty with cybersecurity labs, troubleshoot technical issues, and help maintain instructional lab environments.  

Position Requirements: Completed ISIN 200 or equivalent. Strong Linux, Windows, networking, virtualization, and cybersecurity skills. Excellent communication, professionalism, troubleshooting ability, and commitment to academic integrity.  

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

  • Assist faculty and students with cybersecurity labs.
  • Troubleshoot Linux, Windows, networking, Wazuh, and Security Onio

 

Number of Positions Available: 1  

Documents Needed to Apply: Resume  

Job Close Date: September 18, 2026  

EEO Statement: Ferris State University, an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, is committed to enhancing equity, inclusion, and diversity within its community. Ferris offers employment opportunities to qualified candidates seeking careers in a student-focused environment that values opportunity, collaboration, diversity and educational excellence.  Learn more about the Ferris Mission and community at ferris.edu. The University actively seeks applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and other underrepresented groups. For more information on the University’s Policy on Non-Discrimination, visit: Ferris Non-Discrimination Statement.

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