Cyberspace Operations Instructor/Curriculum Developer – USSF G with Security Clearance

Aleut Federal LLC; Lompoc (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental/Vision insurance

Paid Time Off

Short- and Long-Term Disability

Life insurance

401k and match

Job summary

Aleut Federal LLC seeks a Cyberspace Operations Instructor/Curriculum Developer to support the 533d Training Squadron’s GET initiative at Vandenberg AFB, CA. Work starts 1 January 2027, contingent on contract award.

You will deliver curriculum across cyberspace operations, support cyber-focused exercises, and maintain LMS records. Requires a Bachelor’s or CCAF in Cybersecurity, 3+ years ISD-based curriculum development, and a current Top-Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required or Community College of the Air Force associates degree in Cybersecurity.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in ISD-based curriculum/lesson development.
• Minimum 3 years of space experience in the specific mission area of this position with a US Government agency.
• Minimum 3 years of experience as a formal instructor or 5 years as a briefer/public speaking.

Responsibilities

• Perform curriculum development and instruction across a wide range of Cyberspace Operations disciplines including foundational IT and cyberspace operations curriculum.
• Develop and teach networking and cyber infrastructure curriculum; instruct students on network operations, architectures, cyber ranges, and defensive cyber operations concepts.
• Assess and mentor students; coordinate activities with Contract PM and government supervisory personnel.

Skills

Platform instruction

ISD standards

ISD curriculum development

Top-Secret Clearance

SCI eligibility

Public speaking

Microsoft Office

Cybersecurity

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Associate degree in Cybersecurity (CCFSAFCOF)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Category: Technology Requisition Number: SPACE003759 Job Details Description At Aleut Federal, we believe the company and its mission is as important as the job you are applying for. Aleut Federal is an Alaskan Native-owned enterprise whose purpose is to support our “Shareholders,” the Unangax, the indigenous people of the Aleutian Islands of Alaska. People are at the core of everything we do. We support our Shareholders by providing excellent service and quality results to our clients and the various branches of the federal government. We engage in local markets, so community service is embedded in our process. Our culture nurtures the strength of our workforce through mentorship and coaching, providing opportunities for growth and competitive benefits. We support and encourage diversity, inclusion, and accountability at every level. The Aleut Federal motto is “We are One” because we truly believe that with one heart, one mind, and one purpose, we can accomplish our mission and be an organization anyone would be proud to be a part of.

POSITION SUMMARY Aleut is seeking a Cyberspace Operations Instructor/Curriculum Developer to support the 533d Training Squadron’s USSF Guardian Enlisted Training (GET) initiative at Vandenberg Space Force Base, CA. Work is slated to start on 1 January 2027 (contingent upon contract award). In 2023, the Chief of Space Operations (CSO) initiated an effort to refine the roles for Space Force officer, enlisted, and civilian Guardians to better prepare the USSF for dominating in the space-domain. In this new construct, the enlisted Guardians serve as the technical specialists that execute orders while serving as leaders, weapon system experts, and advisors to their officer and civilian counterpart across satellite operations, cyberspace operations, and intelligence operations in the space-domain.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Perform curriculum development and instruction across a wide range of Cyberspace Operations disciplines including:
• Foundational IT and cyberspace operations curriculum; introduce cyber concepts, systems, terminology, and basic cyber tradecraft supporting GET-CYBER.
• Cyber warfare to include cyber mission planning, defensive cyber operations, mission execution, debriefing, and cyber mission force concepts; support cyber-focused exercises and integrated operations.
• Develop and teach networking and cyber infrastructure curriculum; instruct students on network operations, architectures, cyber ranges, and defensive cyber operations concepts.
• Assess and mentor students.
• Support integrated events, guest instruction, and multi-course instruction.
• Support mission integration and Graduation Exercise (GRADEX) activities.
• Participate in curriculum reviews, agile course development and maintenance efforts.
• Maintain LMS records and student documentation.
• Participate in faculty development and continuous improvement activities.
• Coordinate activities with Contract PM and government supervisory personnel.
• Additional duties as assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Skilled communicator, experienced in providing platform instruction to an academically diverse audience.
• Experience developing curriculum using Instructional Systems Design (ISD) standards.
• Prior completion of AETC Basic Instructor Course (BIC) or other service equivalent, accepted by CCAF or ability to obtain a CCAF accredited BIC certification within 3 months after employment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (e.g., Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook).
• Active or current Top-Secret Clearance and SCI eligibility required.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree required or Community College of the Air Force associates degree in Cybersecurity.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in ISD-based curriculum/lesson development.
• Minimum 3 years of space experience in the specific mission area of this position with a US Government agency.
• Minimum 3 years of experience as a formal instructor or 5 years as a briefer/public speaking.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Work on-site, indoor office and classroom environment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Must be able to sit or stand for prolonged periods.
• Must be able to perform repetitive keyboard tasks and associated motions for prolonged periods.
• Must be able to carry up to 25 pounds.

SALARY RANGE

$85,000 -- $225,000 (annual) depending on qualifications.

BENEFITS

• Health insurance
• Dental/Vision insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Life insurance
• 401k and match

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