Technical Instructor (Cybersecurity)

Per Scholas•Chicago, IL

18h•Hybrid

About The Position

Per Scholas is seeking a dynamic, team-oriented individual to serve as a Cyber Security Instructor. The Technical Instructor will play an important role in our organization’s mission, as they train Per Scholas students to be outstanding entry and mid-level technicians. This role will be based onsite at one of our partner organization locations three days per week in the Greater Grand Crossing area of Chicago.

Requirements

Expert-level knowledge and experience in the following competencies: server management, hardware, software, networking, mobility, virtualization, project management, and security
Network+ CompTIA CySa+ certified.; CCNA, CISSP SANS, Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), are strongly desired
Must be CompTIA Security+ certified or able to earn the certificate within 30 days of hire.
Must have some teaching experience, preferably with adults in an online environment.
Proficient in TCP/IP networking and networking protocols as well as Microsoft Windows operating systems including console/terminal usage
Familiarity with Linux, Windows Server Environments, Firewalls, Intrusion Detection and Prevention Systems, Penetration Testing and Vulnerability Assessment is required
At least two years of professional experience in the tech industry in a security role
Ability to teach in a highly interactive and hands-on style
Ability to commit to individual performance goals on certification and placement
Flexibility to adapt to continuous changes in the curriculum (needed to stay current in the industry)
Qualified candidates must be able to comfortably and frequently lift 50lbs

Nice To Haves

CCNA
CISSP SANS
Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)

Responsibilities

Using a structured and approved curriculum, conduct a full-time, 15-week cycle of technical training to prepare students for entry to mid-level jobs in the field of Cyber Security. Technical training competencies include but are not limited to: hardware, software, networking, security, server, mobility, virtualization, and project management.
Facilitate in a highly interactive, hands-on style. The Per Scholas curriculum calls for a maximum of 1.5 hours of lecture in a 6-hour teaching day. The rest of the time is dedicated to interactive, hands-on lab activities which are led by the Technical Instructor.
Utilize in-house Learning Management System for assignments, tests, and real-time performance monitoring
Manage and appropriately utilize a teaching assistant
Maintain regular office hours
Provide students with ongoing feedback, conferencing, and performance appraisals.
Recognize any challenges early and work with coaches and students to overcome them.
Coordinate closely with students’ career coach and learner support staff on enforcing program rules and promoting student success.
Prepare student evaluations individually and in conjunction with a career coach.
Participate in all required student progress meetings with other members of the team
Monitor and enforce student class attendance, dress code, and other program policies
Ensure classes achieve at least a 90% pass rate on all certification exams
Provide input on tech curriculum and any changes needed to keep content current and relevant
Provide input on labs, Learning Management systems, and program policies
Conduct real-time student data entry in Salesforce.com

Benefits

Full-Time Per Scholas team members enjoy over 40 days of paid time off each year through a mix of holidays, vacation, and sick/personal time!
All employees are eligible for Holiday pay upon hire (a total of 22 holidays annually, including a week off for Independence day and a week before the New Year).
Full-Time Benefits Eligible employees also receive 80 Wellness Hours to use for Sick, Safe, or Personal reasons and accrue Vacation at a rate of 8 hours at the beginning of every month, supporting rest, recharge, and work-life balance.
Vacation accruals increase with tenure.
Part-time employees are afforded time off on a prorated basis and in accordance with local requirements.
Benefit eligible employees can choose from multiple medical plans through Cigna or Kaiser Permanente (where available), with options to fit your needs.
Eligible employees also have access to a Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) that reimburses eligible out-of-pocket expenses, up to $4,000 for individuals and $8,000 for families.
Eligible employees can select from two dental plan options and a vision plan.
Employees who waive medical coverage receive employer paid dental and vision premiums.
401(k) plan with a current 100% employer match on contributions up to 6%, eligible employees are offered entry and full vesting after 90 days with the company.
Free, confidential, 24/7 access to counseling, legal support, and financial resources for employees and their household members
Eligible employees are offered up to 6 weeks of 100% paid parental leave to support employees as they welcome a new child and bond with their family.
Eligible employees have access to employer-paid life and AD&D Insurance, as well as employer-paid short-term disability coverage, with the option to elect additional life coverage and long-term disability insurance.
Flexible Spending accounts are available for healthcare, dependent care, and commuting expenses.
Per Scholas also offers a range of voluntary benefits, including: Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Legal Services, and Pet Insurance.
Additional resources include healthcare concierge support, financial wellness tools, and employee discount programs.