Armed Security Trainer (88228)

Inter-Con Security; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Inter-Con Security Systems, Inc. is seeking an Armed Trainer to lead development, coordination, delivery, and compliance tracking of training programs across contracts.

This role balances strategic execution with operational excellence, coordinating with compliance, legal, HR, field operations, and account management. The candidate should have 5+ years in training or security ops with firearms instruction qualifications and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Must have 5+ years in training, instruction, compliance, or security operations.
• Experience with adult learning principles and curriculum development.
• Law enforcement or armed security experience preferred.
• Ability to qualify as a BSIS Firearms Instructor.
• Certified CPR/AED/First Aid instructor.
• Excellent communication and public speaking skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver training programs (classroom, practical, online).
• Create and maintain curriculum, syllabi, presentations, and testing materials.
• Develop New Hire Training and On-the-Job Training checklists and deploy them across contracts.
• Coordinate training in OC spray, CPR/First Aid, handcuffing, and firearms qualification.
• Ensure alignment of training with contractual requirements and availability of materials.

Skills

Adult learning

Curriculum development

Public speaking

MS Office

Salesforce

Training tools

Defensive tactics

Firearms instruction

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor’s degree in Law Enforcement/Criminal Justice/Instructional Design

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Salesforce

Training/audit tools

Job description

OverviewFounded in 1973, Inter-Con Security Systems, Inc. is a leading global security company, providing a full range of physical security services to government and commercial customers on four continents. Inter-Con specializes in providing customized security services to clients whose needs exceed the capabilities of traditional guard firms. Clients include the Departments of State, Justice, Homeland Security, Energy, and Defense, as well as Fortune 500 companies, major public utilities, and ultra-high net worth individuals.

OverviewFounded in 1973, Inter-Con Security Systems, Inc. is a leading global security company, providing a full range of physical security services to government and commercial customers on four continents. Inter-Con specializes in providing customized security services to clients whose needs exceed the capabilities of traditional guard firms. Clients include the Departments of State, Justice, Homeland Security, Energy, and Defense, as well as Fortune 500 companies, major public utilities, and ultra-high net worth individuals. Inter-Con employs over 35,000 security personnel world-wide, trained and managed by a team of professionals with unsurpassed military, law enforcement, and security experience. Inter-Con remains 100% family owned and managed and operates as the industry leader in the field of customized, high-requirement security solutions. Inter-Con is Everywhere Security Matters. Job Summary The Armed Trainer is responsible for leading the development, coordination, delivery, and compliance tracking of training programs across Inter-Con’s contracts. This role balances strategic execution with operational excellence, ensuring that training meets both regulatory obligations and internal performance standards. The Regional Training Manager works cross-functionally with compliance, legal, HR, field operations, and account management teams. Core Responsibilities Training Development & Execution

• Design and deliver training programs including classroom instruction, practical exercises, and online learning modules.
• Build and maintain curriculum, syllabi, presentations (PPT), and testing materials for all officer tiers and specializations.
• Develop New Hire Training (NHT) and On-the-Job Training (OJT) checklists and ensure deployment across contracts.
• Organize and facilitate training in OC spray, CPR/First Aid, Handcuffing, Range/Firearms qualifications, and other topics as needed based on contract requirements.
• Align training hours and content with contractual requirements; proactively adjust curriculum as needed.
• Ensure availability of all training materials, uniforms, and supplies ahead of training cycles.

Operations Collaboration

• Serve as liaison between Training, Operations and client teams.
• Support account managers by interpreting state and contract-specific training requirements.
• Assist in responding to training-related inquiries in contract bids and during officer infractions or investigations.
• Brief portfolio leadership on performance metrics, trends, and risks.
• Support operational leadership with coaching and field issues.
• Assist the Account Manager as operational needs arise.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in training, instruction, compliance, or security operations.
• Demonstrated experience with adult learning principles, curriculum development, and training evaluation.
• Law enforcement or comparable armed security experience preferred.
• Ability to qualify as a BSIS Firearms Instructor.
• Police or NRA firearms instructor certification with qualifying education or instructional experience.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Certified Instructor in CPR, AED, Adult First Aid (Red Cross, ASHA, etc.).
• Excellent public speaking and presentation skills with the ability to communicate to diverse audiences.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, Salesforce, and training/audit tools.
• Physically fit; capable of lifting 35 lbs and conducting defensive tactics and firearms instruction.
• High School Diploma required; Bachelor’s Degree in Law Enforcement, Criminal Justice, Instructional Design, or related field preferred.

Preferred Skills

• Familiarity with compliance standards such as ISO, SOC, or similar.
• Experience with Gantt charts, dashboard reporting, and performance management tools.
• Certifications in compliance, auditing, or training (e.g., CCEP, CQA, Learning & Development).
• Familiarity with government, law enforcement, or military training environments.

Veterans Inter-Con is passionate about hiring veterans. In fact, we’ve hired thousands of veterans over the years and plan to keep hiring as many as we can. If you are veteran in search of a rewarding career among a team that holds an affinity for those who served as well as values your success and growth within our organization, please take a moment to review our website for all our extensive opportunities. Visit www.icsecurity.com/careers/for more information. Inter-Con Security Systems, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Disability/Veteran.