Technical Security Systems Instructor III

OBXtek Inc.•Springfield, VA

About The Position

OBXtek is seeking a Technical Security Systems Instructor. This requires an enthusiastic, knowledgeable individual that can provide instructor-led training and clearly articulate complex, technical subjects to security professionals with various degrees of technical knowledge and ability. The instructor must be an excellent communicator and possess solid technical skills in any of the following five Technical Security Systems (TSS) disciplines: Intrusion Detection Systems, Networks, Physical Security, Locks, and Operator. The incumbent requires infrequent supervision or mentoring to quickly master multiple technical security courses and instructional techniques.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science or related degree from an accrediting institution to be credited towards qualifications or equivalent technical training. Years of experience may be substituted for formal education.
6+ years of technical skills and experience of installing, repairing, and troubleshooting in any of the following GSA approved security containers, locking devices, electromechanical locks, mechanical spin dial locks, vaults, LFICs, pushbutton locksets, electrical systems, electronic systems, hydraulic systems, IoT devices, IP-CCTV, computer network equipment, installation of infrastructure, copper power, communication and signal wiring, coaxial cable and fiber optics and associated equipment.
Skills and experience should support any of the following systems: Automated Access Control devices, Hardline, Force Entry and Ballistics Resistance Doors, Door control systems, Explosive detection devices, Vehicle barrier control, Public Address Systems, X-ray machines for security screening, Basic Computer Networking, Security Management Systems Enterprise, Closed Circuit TV Security Systems, Fiber Optic Installation.
3+ years in public speaking, delivering briefings, or instructions.
Proficient knowledge of electronic fundamentals, National Electric Code, ANSI/TIA-568 standards, OSHA safety regulations, and Technical Security System installation. This requirement does not apply to the Locks and Operator disciplines, however, is considered an advantage to have this knowledge.
For the Locks discipline a current or former Professional Locksmith or GSA Safe and Vault Technician certification is required.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with proven ability to explain technical concepts to audiences with varying degrees of technical knowledge and ability.
Strong interpersonal skills to include the ability to work effectively with all levels of technical and non-technical staff.
Excellent organizational and time management skills.
Experience with learning analysis and strategy, content design and development, content delivery, learning technology, or learning evaluation.
Knowledge of Adult Learning Methodologies and other training/instructional design best practices.
Secret Security Clearance

Nice To Haves

3+ years of experience in Department of State TSS installation requirements is preferred.
3+ years of experience as an instructor, adult educator or consultant in a professional work environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

Completes self-pace comprehensive study and team mentoring of training courses to teach multiple TSS topics covering at least 25 days of course materials.
Successfully completes instructor qualification training to include technical proficiency of security topic(s) and demonstrates knowledge and skills of instructional techniques based on the Principles of Andragogy (adult learning).
Presents hands-on training instructions by informing, demonstrating, facilitating practice, and evaluating student’s comprehension through written exams and lab exercises.
Prepares training classroom and labs for instruction by accounting for training materials, setting-up audio-visual equipment, and testing training equipment.
Performs closeout activities by completing training records, reordering materials, submitting repair requests, and ensuring classroom and labs are operational for the next course.
Collaborates with the curriculum designers and other stakeholders to develop training material according to instructional principles and program objectives.
Participates in developing and writing training materials for curriculum reviews and provides content for all phases of the instructional design process.
Provides recommendations to improve training materials based on identifying and assessing training needs and researching problems.
Mentor instructors as well as provides cross-functional support across teams.
Participates in cross training to learn and master additional training topics.
Guides team-teaching to ensure team members fully comprehends and applies course objectives and teaching points.