Cyber Instructor (Hybrid) - 30858

HII's Mission Technologies division•Columbia, MD

15d•$95,399 - $140,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Enlighten is seeking a Cyber Instructor to design, develop, and deliver advanced technical training that supports mission operations across the defense industry. The role involves working with customers to define learning requirements, developing varied training materials, and delivering courses through lectures, demonstrations, and hands-on exercises. The instructor will collaborate with curriculum developers, trainers, subject matter experts, and operational units; maintain current course content; mentor internal teams; and stay informed about emerging cyber threats and best practices. The position is hybrid, with an average of 1–2 days per week in the local office and onsite customer work as needed. It requires approximately 25% CONUS and potentially OCONUS travel, along with flexibility to accommodate schedule changes, customer needs, and in-person training delivery. Candidates must be U.S. citizens and currently hold and maintain an active TS/SCI U.S. Government Security Clearance. The anticipated salary range is $95,399–$140,000. Enlighten offers 100% paid employee premiums for healthcare, vision, and dental plans; a 10% 401(k) benefit; generous PTO and 10 paid holidays; and education and training allowances.

Requirements

Must currently hold and maintain an active TS/SCI U.S. Government Security Clearance; U.S. citizenship is required.
Six years of relevant experience with a bachelor’s degree in a related field; four years with a master’s degree in a related field; or a high school diploma or equivalent and 10 years of relevant experience.
Experience conducting technical training in classrooms or small groups.
Experience in cyber operations and analysis.
Experience in training curriculum development.
Experience working with Intrusion Detection System (IDS), Intrusion Prevention System (IPS), and Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) tools.
Strong presentation skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to travel up to 25% CONUS and OCONUS.
Ability to work in a hybrid environment, averaging 1–2 days per week in the local office, with flexibility for schedule changes, customer needs, and in-person training.

Nice To Haves

Background in Defensive Cyber Operations (DCO), Network Operations (NetOps), and Intelligence Operations (IntelOps).
Experience developing web-based training content using Markdown or HTML.
Experience maintaining Learning Management Systems (LMS) libraries and content.
Prior government or military experience with MARFORCYBER, DCSA, DISA, Army Cyber, U.S. Cyber Command, Coast Guard Cyber Command, U.S. Air Force (AFCYBER), or 10th Fleet / Navy Cyber.

Responsibilities

Engage customers to define learning requirements and objectives for complex technical concepts and scenario-based training.
Develop training materials in formats such as web-based training, videos, slides, instructor and participant guides, knowledge checks, practical exercises and labs, use cases, and best practices.
Conduct advanced training in cyber hunt, log analysis, intrusion investigation, software operations, platform architecture, and other relevant topics using lectures, demonstrations, and hands-on labs.
Revise course materials to keep them current with development processes and publications.
Maintain relationships with subject matter experts and industry professionals to incorporate current trends and best practices into training materials.
Maintain relationships with operational units to improve training efficacy and operational adoption.
Collaborate with trainers and instructional designers to develop comprehensive programs for varied audiences.
Mentor and guide internal teams, including coaching in technical skills, problem-solving, and critical thinking.
Stay current with emerging threats and vulnerabilities to provide relevant, timely training.
Perform additional duties as assigned.