Keenan Gleeden
@keenangleeden
Academic leader and cybersecurity educator driving curriculum development and student success.
What I'm looking for
I am an experienced academic leader and cybersecurity educator with a track record of developing curriculum, managing academic departments, and improving student outcomes. I combine hands-on technical instruction with strategic oversight to ensure program quality and accreditation compliance.
As an Academic Dean and long-time adjunct faculty in Cisco Network Academy programs, I design coursework for CCNA preparation, teach cybersecurity and systems administration, and maintain lab environments using Packet Tracer and Linux. I lead educational effectiveness assessments and implement improvement plans.
Previously I supported telecommunications and corporate training initiatives—creating instructional materials, recording assessments with Adobe Captivate, and coordinating professional development across divisions. I bring practical experience installing, troubleshooting, and redesigning network and telecom systems.
I am student-focused, accreditation-aware, and skilled at mentoring faculty and learners alike. I prioritize collaborative curriculum development, measurable student retention strategies, and integrating industry trends into academic programs.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Academic Dean
Remington College
Mar 2025 - Present (6 months)
Oversee campus academic operations, lead curriculum development and educational effectiveness assessments, and supervise the Academics Department to improve student progress and compliance with accreditation and regulatory standards.
Adjunct Faculty
Southwest Tennessee Community College
Jan 2025 - Present (8 months)
Instruct cybersecurity and computer information systems courses, maintain labs and instructional infrastructure, and prepare students for certifications such as CCNA while contributing to program quality and accreditation efforts.
Advisory Board Member
Southwest Tennessee Community College
Apr 2017 - Present (8 years 5 months)
Advocate for the college by aligning curriculum with industry standards, reviewing accreditation outcomes, securing resources, and advising on student retention and program outcomes.
Web Design / Computer Science Instructor
Melrose High School
Sep 2023 - Mar 2025 (1 year 6 months)
Planned curriculum and taught web design and computer science, evaluated student progress, managed network security and hardware, and supported PLCs and statewide testing logistics.
Adjunct Faculty
ASU Community College
Jan 2020 - Mar 2025 (5 years 2 months)
Taught cybersecurity and computer information systems courses and labs, supported certification preparation (CCNA), and maintained hardware/software for course delivery while addressing student and faculty concerns.
Telecommunications Specialist
Memphis Light Gas & Water
Aug 2016 - Sep 2023 (7 years 1 month)
Installed, troubleshot, and redesigned telecommunications systems, developed training materials and LMS content, coordinated professional development, and recommended equipment and process improvements.
Campus Director
American National University
May 2015 - Dec 2017 (2 years 7 months)
Managed evening campus operations, supervised evening faculty, oversaw facilities and class scheduling, and advised students on academic policies and degree navigation.
Career & Technical Facilitator
Progeny Place
Supported instructional designers as SME for electrical apprenticeship content, developed learning materials and e-learning assets, coordinated training schedules, and assisted apprentice test preparation.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
National University
Doctor of Philosophy, Cyber Governance / Assurance
Enrolled in PhD-CY-Governance Assurance program with expected/pending completion December 2025.
University of Tennessee at Martin
Non-degree Certification, Career and Technical Education
Completed an Educational/CTE non-degree certification awarded December 2024.
Stanly Community College
Non-degree coursework / Certificate, Networking / Cisco
Completed Cisco Academy 'Introduction to Networks' awarded June 2023.
University of Memphis
Master of Science, Engineering Technology
Activities and societies: Applied Lean Leadership (University of Memphis) completed March 2019
Awarded a Master of Science in Engineering Technology in March 2019 and completed Applied Lean Leadership training the same month.
Webster University
Master of Science, Information Technology
Awarded a Master of Science in Information Technology in March 2019.
Park University
Bachelor of Science, Business Management
Awarded a Bachelor of Science in Business Management in October 2014.
Southwest Tennessee Community College
Associate of Applied Science, Civil Engineering Technology
Awarded an Associate of Applied Science in Civil Engineering Technology in December 2011.
Mid-South Productivity Center
Certification, Process Improvement / Six Sigma
Completed Six Sigma Lean Yellow-Belt certification awarded October 2011.
TCAT Memphis
Certificate, Mechanical Drafting / AutoCAD Technology
Completed a Mechanical Drafting Certificate in AutoCAD Technology awarded October 2004.
Various / Other Certifications
Professional Certifications, Professional Certifications / Project Management / Safety
Activities and societies: OSHA 10-Hour Construction; Procore certifications; Occupational Practitioners License (IT endorsed)
Holds multiple professional certifications including OSHA 10 (ClickSafety), Procore Project Manager - Financial Management, Procore Engineer, and an Occupational Practitioners License (IT endorsed) awarded September 2024.
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