YouCertified is seeking a highly knowledgeable and engaging Part-Time Cybersecurity Instructor to deliver cutting-edge training to our students/professionals. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in various cybersecurity domains, practical industry experience, and a passion for educating the next generation of cybersecurity professionals. This role offers the flexibility of part-time hours, making it an excellent opportunity for industry experts looking to share their knowledge.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and deliver engaging and effective cybersecurity curriculum, including lectures, hands-on labs, demonstrations, and assessments.
- Cover a wide range of cybersecurity topics, which may include (but are not limited to):
- Network Security
- Ethical Hacking & Penetration Testing
- Incident Response & Forensics
- Security Operations (SOC)
- Cloud Security
- Application Security
- Cyber Threat Intelligence
- Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC)
- Cryptography
- Secure Coding Principles
- Tailor instruction to diverse learning styles and experience levels.
- Provide constructive feedback and evaluate student performance.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, emerging threats, and new technologies.
- Foster a positive and interactive learning environment.
- Collaborate with the program lead/team to refine curriculum and course materials.
- Potentially assist with career guidance and industry insights for students.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. (Master’s degree preferred).
- Minimum of 5 years of hands-on professional experience in a cybersecurity role (e.g., Security Analyst, Penetration Tester, Security Engineer, Incident Responder).
- Demonstrated expertise in at least 3-5 of the cybersecurity domains listed in the responsibilities section.
- Relevant industry certifications highly preferred (e.g., CompTIA Security+, CySA+, CASP+, CEH, OSCP, CISSP, CISM, GSEC, CCNA Security).
- Proven ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly and effectively to a non-technical and technical audience.
- Strong presentation, interpersonal, and communication skills.
- Prior teaching or training experience is a significant advantage.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Multi-Batch handling and flexible schedule availability (e.g., evenings, weekends, specific weekdays).
Preferred Skills & Attributes:
- Experience with various cybersecurity tools and platforms (e.g., SIEMs, vulnerability scanners, forensic tools, penetration testing frameworks).
- Familiarity with industry standards and frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, MITRE ATT&CK).
- Enthusiasm for continuous learning and professional development in cybersecurity.
- Patient, approachable, and passionate about student success.