Cybersecurity Technical Instructor , In Person | Baltimore, MD

Islamicleadership; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in Baltimore seeks a Cybersecurity Technical Instructor to educate young adults in specialized training sessions. The instructor will guide students in earning advanced CompTIA certifications while providing hands-on technical instruction. Responsibilities include delivering content on security and risk analysis, mentoring students in professional skills, and preparing them for success in the cybersecurity field. Ideal candidates will have substantial cybersecurity experience and relevant certifications.

Qualifications

• Must hold at least one certification from CompTIA Security+, CySA+, or PenTest+.
• Proven experience in Cybersecurity or IT fields.
• Ability to teach complex technical concepts to young adults.

Responsibilities

• Deliver daily in-person instruction on security architecture and threat detection.
• Facilitate hands-on lab simulations and ethical hacking exercises.
• Prepare students for CompTIA certification exams.
• Provide professional mentorship including mock interviews and career readiness.
• Manage curriculum and tailor materials to cohort needs.

Skills

Cybersecurity Instruction

Mentorship Skills

Technical Knowledge of Security+

Ability to Communicate Complex Concepts

Education

CompTIA Security+, CySA+, or PenTest+ Certification

Job description

Position Title: Cybersecurity Technical Instructor

Employment Type: Full-Time | (40 hours per week)

Additional 3 hours of paid preparation time per instructional day.

ILIA is seeking a highly skilled and student-oriented Cybersecurity Technical Instructor to lead two intensive training cohorts for Baltimore City young adults (ages 18–28). The instructor will be responsible for delivering high-level technical instruction aimed at helping students earn advanced CompTIA certifications (Security+, CySA+, or PenTest+).

This role requires a blend of deep technical expertise and the ability to mentor young professionals as they transition into high-wage roles such as Cybersecurity Analysts and Security Operations Center (SOC) Analysts.

Qualifications

• Certifications: Must hold at least one (preferably all) of the following: CompTIA Security+, CySA+, or PenTest+
• Experience: Proven experience in the Cybersecurity or Information Technology field (Network Security, Risk & Compliance, or SOC operations).
• Instructional Skill: Ability to break down complex cryptographic and architectural concepts for a young adult audience.
• Location: Ability to commute to the Baltimore City training site for all session dates.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with workforce development programs or "Stackable Credential" initiatives.
• Familiarity with the Baltimore IT job market and employer landscape.

Responsibilities

• Technical Instruction: Deliver 8 hours of daily in-person instruction covering security architecture, threat detection, risk analysis, incident response, and vulnerability assessment.
• Lab Facilitation: Guide students through hands‑on lab simulations and ethical hacking exercises to ensure "real-world" readiness.
• Certification Prep: Prepare students for CompTIA Security+, CySA+, and PenTest+ exams through structured reviews and practice assessments.
• Professional Mentorship: Integrate career readiness into technical training, including mock interviews, professional communication, and alignment with employer expectations.
• Curriculum Management: Utilize the 2-hour daily preparation window to tailor labs and instructional materials to the specific needs of the cohort.