Cybersecurity Workforce Instructor Development Program

The Cybersecurity Workforce Instructor is a SkillBridge training position at Security University focused on preparing transitioning service members for careers in cybersecurity education and workforce development. Participants will assist with and deliver cybersecurity training in courses such as CompTIA Security+, CompTIA SecurityX (CASP+), CISSP, and other SU programs aligned with their qualifications. Under mentorship from certified instructors, fellows will develop instructional delivery skills, support hands-on labs, and gain real-world classroom experience.

ABOUT THE JOB

The Cybersecurity Workforce Instructor Fellow supports the delivery of instructor-led cybersecurity training at Security University. Participants will observe, assist, and progressively co-teach cybersecurity courses including CompTIA Security+, CompTIA SecurityX (CASP+), CISSP, and other SU offerings aligned with their background and certifications.Responsibilities include supporting classroom and lab instruction, assisting with lab setup and troubleshooting, mentoring students during hands-on exercises, reviewing curriculum materials, and delivering portions of course content under instructor supervision. Fellows will also participate in mock teaching sessions, peer evaluations, and curriculum development activities designed to build instructional confidence and technical communication skills.This position provides structured mentorship, exposure to adult learning methodologies, and practical teaching experience to prepare participants for post-military employment as cybersecurity instructors, trainers, or workforce development professionals.

RESPONSIBILITIES✨

• Observe, assist, and progressively co-teach cybersecurity courses including CompTIA Security+, CompTIA SecurityX (CASP+), CISSP, and other SU offerings.
• Support classroom and lab instruction, assist with lab setup and troubleshooting.
• Mentor students during hands-on exercises, review curriculum materials, and deliver portions of course content under instructor supervision.
• Participate in mock teaching sessions, peer evaluations, and curriculum development activities.

QUALIFICATIONS✨

• Active Duty service members within 180 days of separation with command approval.
• Prior IT, cybersecurity, intelligence, or instructional experience preferred.
• Holding at least one cybersecurity certification such as CompTIA Security+, CISSP, CISM, CEH, or equivalent.
• Strong communication skills and interest in teaching or workforce development.

ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY

Active Duty service members within 180 days of separation with command approval. Preferred candidates possess prior IT, cybersecurity, intelligence, or instructional experience and hold at least one cybersecurity certification such as CompTIA Security+, CISSP, CISM, CEH, or equivalent. Strong communication skills and interest in teaching or workforce development are desired.

TARGET MOCS

All MOCs

ELIGIBLE SERVICE BRANCHES

US Air Force, US Army, US Coast Guard, US Marine Corps, US Navy, US Space Force

BENEFITS✨

• Structured mentorship from certified instructors.
• Exposure to adult learning methodologies.
• Practical teaching experience to prepare for post-military employment as cybersecurity instructors, trainers, or workforce development professionals.

OTHER

None