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Keenan Gleeden

@keenangleeden

Academic leader and cybersecurity educator driving curriculum development and student success.

United States
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What I'm looking for

I seek roles where I can lead curriculum development and cybersecurity education, support accreditation, mentor faculty, and improve student outcomes within collaborative, growth-focused institutions.

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

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Current

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.

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Current

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.

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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.

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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.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

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National University

Doctor of Philosophy, Cyber Governance / Assurance

Enrolled in PhD-CY-Governance Assurance program with expected/pending completion December 2025.

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University of Tennessee at Martin

Non-degree Certification, Career and Technical Education

Completed an Educational/CTE non-degree certification awarded December 2024.

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Stanly Community College

Non-degree coursework / Certificate, Networking / Cisco

Completed Cisco Academy 'Introduction to Networks' awarded June 2023.

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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.

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Webster University

Master of Science, Information Technology

Awarded a Master of Science in Information Technology in March 2019.

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Park University

Bachelor of Science, Business Management

Awarded a Bachelor of Science in Business Management in October 2014.

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Southwest Tennessee Community College

Associate of Applied Science, Civil Engineering Technology

Awarded an Associate of Applied Science in Civil Engineering Technology in December 2011.

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Mid-South Productivity Center

Certification, Process Improvement / Six Sigma

Completed Six Sigma Lean Yellow-Belt certification awarded October 2011.

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TCAT Memphis

Certificate, Mechanical Drafting / AutoCAD Technology

Completed a Mechanical Drafting Certificate in AutoCAD Technology awarded October 2004.

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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.

Tech stack

Software and tools used professionally

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