Cyber Security Instructor

In Technology Group; Bristol; Remote; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in cyber security training seeks an experienced Cyber Security Trainer for freelance delivery of the SOC-200 course. With a focus on practical skills in a lab-based environment, this role offers the chance to mentor aspiring SOC analysts and incident responders. You will be responsible for engaging a diverse range of learners and preparing them for the OffSec OSDA certification, requiring strong communication skills and relevant cyber security experience.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering cyber security training focused on SOC.
• Willingness to complete OffSec Instructor Bootcamp (OSIB).
• Familiarity with real-world attack chains and auditing.

Responsibilities

• Deliver the SOC-200 course content to diverse cohorts.
• Guide learners through practical detection and analysis skills.
• Ensure engagement and success throughout the training programme.

Skills

Communication

Mentoring

Instructional Skills

Education

OffSec Instructor Certification

OSDA / SOC-200 certification

Tools

SIEM

MITRE ATT&CK

ELK

Endpoint/Network Forensics

Job description

Cyber Security Trainer (OffSec Certified Instructor) - SOC-200 / OSDA (Freelance)

Location: UK (Remote or Hybrid)

Contract Type: Freelance / Contract

Day Rate: Competitive (Outside IR35)

Length: 1 week (initial delivery)

Overview:

We're working with top training providers delivering OffSec's Foundational Security Operations and Defensive Analysis (SOC-200) course, and we're looking to connect with experienced Cyber Security Trainers who can support the delivery of this hands-on, lab-based programme.

The course prepares learners for roles such as SOC Analysts (Tier 1-3), Threat Hunters, and DFIR professionals, and leads to the OSDA certification.

Who It's For:

You'll be training adult learners with a passion for cyber defence - from junior SOC analysts to aspiring incident responders - helping them build practical detection and analysis skills in a SIEM-driven environment.

*We need OffSec certified Instructors or willingness to complete OffSec Instructor Bootcamp (OSIB)*

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver the SOC-200 course content to bootcamp or apprenticeship cohorts
• Guide learners through real-world attack chains, system audits, and live threat scenarios
• Support delegates in preparing for the OffSec OSDA certification
• Provide mentoring, feedback, and assessment aligned with OffSec standards
• Ensure engagement and learner success throughout the training programme

Experience Required:

• Experience delivering cyber security training (SOC-focused delivery preferred)
• Familiar with tools and frameworks such as SIEM, MITRE ATT&CK, ELK, and endpoint/network forensics
• Comfortable delivering to diverse learners (remote or classroom-based)
• Strong communication, mentoring, and instructional skills
• OffSec Instructor Certification or willingness to complete OffSec Instructor Bootcamp (OSIB)
• OSDA / SOC-200 certification highly desirable

Ready to Join the Mission?

If you're an experienced cyber security professional or trainer who can deliver OffSec's SOC-200 to the next generation of defenders - apply now or get in touch to discuss current opportunities.