Cyber Security Instructor

SkillStorm Commercial Services LLC; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

SkillStorm Commercial Services LLC seeks experienced trainers for a VET TEC program, delivering cybersecurity instruction to veterans in a 16-week, full-time contract.

The role requires hands-on lab guidance, certification alignment, and mentorship to ensure student success in industry roles. Active knowledge across cybersecurity and networking is preferred; 1099 contract terms apply.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and presentation skills; simplify complex concepts.
• Mentoring and supporting veteran learners.
• Experience delivering technical training, bootcamps, or certification prep courses.
• CTT+ or equivalent instructor credential.
• Professional background in cybersecurity, networking, IT infrastructure, or related field.
• Hands-on experience with cybersecurity tools, networking environments, or security operations.
• Military veterans with relevant training or experience are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Deliver on-site training for cybersecurity coursework across a 16-week, full-time program (40 hours/week).
• Facilitate and troubleshoot hands-on labs; guide students through technical exercises.
• Break down complex concepts clearly and adjust instruction based on learner level.
• Provide day-to-day mentorship and technical support for veteran students.
• Monitor and track individual progress; identify gaps and reinforce key concepts for certification readiness.
• Collaborate with program staff to maintain course quality and student accountability.

Skills

Communication skills

Mentoring veterans

Lecture delivery

Course guidance

Education

Network+ & Security+ certs

CTT+ credential

Tools

Cybersecurity tools familiarity

Networking environments

Job description

Our Company:

Since 2002, SkillStorm's mission is to accelerate opportunity. Our mission guides how we serve our employees and clients. We do this through our three pillars: Tech Force by Design, IT Apprenticeship, and Upskilling Accelerator. As authorized training partners for AWS, Salesforce, PEGA, Appian, and CompTIA, we design, build, and deploy tech teams at scale for enterprise clients while also helping aspiring professionals to go further, faster. Through our partnership network including universities, military programs, government agencies, and more, our mission is deeply rooted in closing the tech skills gap and creating new pathways of opportunity for all. We are proud to be the global leader in launching and accelerating tech careers.

Position Summary:

We are seeking experienced trainers for a contract opportunity supporting our VET TEC training program, delivering technical instruction to veterans preparing for careers in technology. This is a 1099 contract opportunity requiring 40 hours per week for 16 weeks. Trainers will lead structured, coursework, provide hands‑on lab guidance, and help students build practical skills aligned with industry certifications and real‑world technical roles.

Required Qualifications

• CompTIA Network+ and Security+ certification or equivalent knowledge — active certification is not required, but candidates must possess a solid working knowledge of the subject matter at that level
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to simplify complex technical concepts for students with varying experience levels
• Passion for mentoring and supporting veteran learners

Preferred Qualifications

• CompTIA CTT+ (Certified Technical Trainer) or equivalent instructor credential
• Prior experience delivering technical training, bootcamps, or certification prep courses
• Professional background in cybersecurity, networking, IT infrastructure, or a related field
• Hands‑on experience with cybersecurity tools, networking environments, or security operations
• Military veterans with relevant training or experience are highly encouraged to apply

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver on‑site training for cybersecurity coursework across a 16‑week, full‑time program (40 hours/week)
• Facilitate and troubleshoot hands‑on labs, guiding students through technical exercises
• Break down complex concepts clearly and adjust instruction based on student comprehension and experience levels
• Provide day‑to‑day mentorship and technical support, fostering an encouraging learning environment for veteran students
• Monitor and track individual student progress, identifying gaps and reinforcing key concepts to ensure certification readiness
• Collaborate with program staff to maintain course quality and student accountability throughout the cohort

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.