Trainer- Cyber Security

NIIT Foundation; Mumbai; On-site; INR 300,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

NIIT Foundation Navi Mumbai is seeking a Cyber Security Trainer to deliver structured cybersecurity and AI training under the Digital Transformation Van (DTV) project for college students, graduates, and ITI/Polytechnic learners. The role includes creating labs, updating materials, and mentoring youth to develop practical cybersecurity and AI skills.

The trainer will conduct sessions on security fundamentals, cryptography, NLP, machine learning, and AI applications, while maintaining attendance,

Qualifications

• Graduate or Postgraduate in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Artificial Intelligence, or related discipline.
• 1–3 years of experience in training, teaching, or technical instruction preferred.
• Good understanding of cybersecurity principles, network security, ethical hacking, firewalls, and intrusion detection systems.
• Hands-on experience with security tools, penetration testing, and vulnerability assessments, Networking Concepts.
• Prior experience in training, mentoring, or teaching is an added advantage.
• Strong communication, presentation, and mentoring skills with the ability to engage youth and students.
• Basic proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and report preparation.

Responsibilities

• Deliver structured training sessions on cybersecurity concepts, network protocols, cryptography, and security practices as per the course curriculum.
• Facilitate sessions on Artificial Intelligence fundamentals, including NLP, computer vision, machine learning, and AI applications.
• Deliver technical training on cybersecurity concepts and tools to undergraduate and postgraduate students.
• Conduct hands-on lab sessions and practical exercises on areas such as network security, ethical hacking, vulnerability assessment, and web security.
• Develop and update training content, lab exercises, and learning materials aligned with industry practices.
• Guide students on projects, assignments, and practical cybersecurity applications.
• Evaluate student performance through assessments, assignments, and project reviews.
• Maintain training MIS including attendance, assessments, feedback, and certification records.
• Stay updated with latest cybersecurity threats, tools, and best practices.
• Prepare lesson plans, presentations, and training materials and maintain attendance and training records.
• Support student mobilization, counselling, and community outreach to ensure participation in the program.
• Coordinate with the project team to maintain reports, documentation, and smooth implementation of training activities.

Skills

Communication skills

Mentoring

Presentation skills

Training experience

Education

Graduate or Postgraduate in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Artificial Intelligence, or related discipline

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Navi Mumbai, India | Posted on 11/04/2026

NIIT Foundation (NF) is a not-for-profit education society ( NGO ) set up by the promoters of NIIT in 2004. Its mission is to positively impact the underprivileged of the country through educational initiatives and skill development programs . NIIT Foundation, an Education NGO has a mandate to reach the unreached, uncared and unattended to ensure inclusive development of India.

To shape the mandate, NIIT Foundation has begun a number of programs like donate for child education, skill development, Financial literacy and all, that positively impact the underserved of the country through various educational interventions. The intent of NF is to better understand the education and employability issues at the grassroots level. The organisation builds corporate and ngo partnerships for sustainable development.

Job Description

Position:Cyber Security Trainer

Desire Profile: - Weare looking for a dynamic Cybersecurity & AI Trainer with a strong foundation in network security, ethical hacking, and emerging technologies. The ideal candidate should have hands-on experience in delivering practical training, mentoring students, and conducting engaging lab sessions. Strong communication, content development, and assessment skills are essential, along with the ability to manage training MIS and coordinate program activities. Passion for teaching and staying updated with latest cybersecurity trends is a must.

About the Project

TheDigital Transformation Van (DTV)initiative aims to reduce the digital divide by delivering cybersecurity, artificial intelligence awareness, and digital skills training directly to underserved communities. The program focuses on empowering youth and students with future-ready skills, career awareness, and practical knowledge through mobile training units and community engagement.

Position Overview

The Trainer will be responsible for delivering training under theCyber Smart AI Primecourse and supporting theCyber & AI Workforceprogram. The role involves conducting engaging training sessions on cybersecurity fundamentals and AI concepts forcollege students, graduates, and ITI/Polytechnic students (16 years and above). The trainer will also support student engagement, practical learning, and career awareness while ensuring effective implementation of training activities under the DTV project.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver structured training sessions oncybersecurity concepts, network protocols, cryptography, and security practicesas per the course curriculum.
  
• Facilitate sessions onArtificial Intelligence fundamentals, including NLP, computer vision, machine learning, and AI applications.
  
• Deliver technical training on cybersecurity concepts and tools to undergraduate and postgraduate students.
  
• Conduct hands-on lab sessions and practical exercises on areas such as network security, ethical hacking, vulnerability assessment, and web security.
  
• Develop and update training content, lab exercises, and learning materials aligned with industry practices.
  
• Guide students on projects, assignments, and practical cybersecurity applications.
  
• Evaluate student performance through assessments, assignments, and project reviews.
  
• Maintain training MIS including attendance, assessments, feedback, and certification records.
  
• Stay updated with latest cybersecurity threats, tools, and best practices.
  
• Prepare lesson plans, presentations, and training materials and maintain attendance and training records.
  
• Support student mobilization, counselling, and community outreach to ensure participation in the program.
  
• Coordinate with the project team to maintain reports, documentation, and smooth implementation of training activities.
  

Qualifications & Skills

• Graduate or Postgraduate inComputer Science, Cybersecurity, Artificial Intelligence, or related discipline.
  
• 1–3 years of experiencein training, teaching, or technical instruction preferred.
  
• Good understanding of cybersecurity principles, network security, ethical hacking, firewalls, and intrusion detection systems.
  
• Hands-on experience with security tools, penetration testing, and vulnerability assessments, Networking Concepts.
  
• Prior experience in training, mentoring, or teaching is an added advantage.
  
• Strongcommunication, presentation, and mentoring skillswith the ability to engage youth and students.
  
• Basic proficiency inMS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and report preparation.
  

• Preferred to have his/her own vehicle for travelling to nearby locations for sessions (If required)
  

Note:Male and female candidates are encouraged to apply. Candidates with interest in youth empowerment training programs will be preferred