Curriculum Developer

DarkStar Intelligence LLC.; Annapolis (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off (PTO)

401(k) retirement plan

Professional development

Job summary

DarkStar Intelligence is seeking a Curriculum Developer in the Annapolis Junction area to update and revise technical course content, ensuring accessibility and lab readiness. You will deliver updated documents on schedule and collaborate with instructors and IT staff to test accessibility across platforms.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, strong communication, and the ability to update technical labs while aligning with project plans and customer requirements.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of instructional design or curriculum development experience.
• Working knowledge of Section 508 and accessible content development.
• Ability to update technical labs.
• Strong attention to detail and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Revises existing technical course content as ordered, including correcting errors and updating labs, exam questions, and references.
• Delivers changed course documents to the customer on schedule.
• Produces the course design, training control, and training project plan documents.
• Reviews all course materials and delivery technology for Section 508 compliance, including keyboard-only and screen-reader use.
• Supports accommodation of special learning needs.
• Works with the Curriculum Manager on recommended course changes.
• Works with instructors and IT staff to test platform accessibility.

Skills

Instructional design

Technical curriculum development

Section 508 accessibility

Labs updating

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in instructional design, education, IT, or related field

Job description

DarkStar Intelligence is hiring a Curriculum Developer in the Annapolis Junction area.

Note: This position is contingent upon contract award

Responsibilities

• Revises existing technical course content as ordered, including correcting errors and updating labs, exam questions, and references
• Delivers changed course documents to the customer on schedule
• Produces the course design, training control, and training project plan documents
• Reviews all course materials and delivery technology for Section 508 compliance, including keyboard-only and screen-reader use
• Supports accommodation of special learning needs
• Works with the Curriculum Manager on recommended course changes
• Works with instructors and IT staff to test platform accessibility

Requirements

• Minimum of three years of experience in instructional design or technical curriculum development
• Working knowledge of Section 508 and accessible content development
• Ability to update technical labs
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in instructional design, education, IT, or a related field
• No security clearance required
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and communication skills

Preferred:

• Experience developing cybersecurity or IT technical training content
• Experience working under delivery-order or task-order-based course updates
• Instructional design or accessibility certification (for example, ADDIE-based or Section 508 trainer certification)

Who We Are

DarkStar Intelligence delivers mission-critical support to national security operations across intelligence, cybersecurity, technology, and operational support domains. We partner with government customers to strengthen decision advantage, enhance operational readiness, and advance mission success in complex and evolving threat environments.

Why Work at DarkStar?

At DarkStar Intelligence, you’ll contribute directly to high-impact national security missions while growing your professional capabilities in a collaborative, performance-driven environment. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for continuous development within a mission-focused team culture.

ADA Accommodations Statement

DarkStar Intelligence is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable laws.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

DarkStar Intelligence is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local law.

DarkStar Intelligence participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm employment eligibility of all newly hired employees in accordance with applicable law.

Benefits Overview

DarkStar Intelligence offers a comprehensive benefits package, which may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• 401(k) retirement plan options
• Professional development and training opportunities