Cyberspace Training Specialist

Athenix Solutions Group; Annapolis (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A defense contracting firm is looking for a Cyberspace Training Specialist in Annapolis Junction, MD. This role requires senior leadership in cyberspace training, curriculum standards, and training strategy execution. Candidates must have an Active Top Secret clearance, at least 8 years of relevant experience, and strong communication skills. The position involves managing teams, developing training materials, and coordinating with government agencies. Travel may be required for training events and assessments.

Qualifications

• Active Top Secret / SCI w/Polygraph clearance required.
• 8+ years experience in training or instructional leadership.
• 3+ years leading teams in a training or education environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of cyberspace training and force development services.
• Oversee development and validation of joint cyber curricula.
• Coordinate across multiple government organizations and stakeholders.

Skills

Training and workforce development

Curriculum management

Team leadership

Strong communication skills

Job description

Description

Athenix Solutions group is looking for a Cyberspace Training Specialist to serve as key personnel on a large-scale DoD/DoW cyber training and exercise program in the Annapolis Junction, MD area.

This role provides senior leadership for cyberspace training, curriculum standards, instructional delivery, and training strategy execution supporting joint and service-like cyber force development missions. The position requires a trusted professional capable of leading multidisciplinary teams and advising senior government stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of cyberspace training and force development services for a DoDcyber mission partner
• Serve as the senior contractor lead for training strategy, curriculum oversight, and instructional execution
• Oversee development, validation, and sustainment of joint cyber curricula, lessonplans, instructional materials, and proficiency standards
• Directtraining and proficiency standards development for cyber mission teams and related workforce elements
• Lead and mentor instructors, instructional designers, curriculum developers, and training analysts
• Ensure all training products align with joint doctrine, DoD policy, and approvedcourse design documents
• Coordinate across multiple government organizations, service components, and externalstakeholders
• Support course scheduling, student registration, training records management, and readiness assessments
• Provide senior-level briefings, reports, and recommendations on trainingeffectiveness, gaps, and readiness trends
• Supporttraining strategy, policy development, and governance initiatives
• Participatein exercises, workshops, and Mobile Training Team (MTT) events as required

This position may require some CONUS & OCONUS travel.

Requirements

• Active Top Secret / SCI w/Polygraph clearance
• 8+ years of experience in training, workforce development, curriculum management, or instructional leadership
• 3+years of experience leading teams in a training or education environment
• Experience supporting DoD, Joint, or Combatant Command–level training programs
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience briefing senior government leaders

Desired Qualifications

• 4+years of experience in a cyberspace or cyber operations environment
• Experience supporting training strategy and policy development
• Familiarity with:
  • Joint training constructs and readiness frameworks
  • InstructionalSystem Design (ISD / ADDIE)
  • Cyber workforce training and certification models
• Experience working across multiple government organizations or service components
• Priorexperience supporting training in classified environments

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.