Security Training Instructors (STIs)

Culmen; City of Rochester, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

401k with 4% match

Life insurance

Disability paid by the company

Training opportunities

12 paid holidays

Job summary

Culmen International is seeking Security Training Instructors to deliver and manage TSA-required training across the U.S. airports, ensuring proficiency and compliance. Instructors will conduct classroom, practical, and OJT sessions, maintain records, and collaborate with TSA counterparts to uphold safety standards.

Ideal candidates have TSA STI qualifications, adult-learning experience, and strong communication skills, with the ability to work irregular hours as needed for airport operations.

Qualifications

• Must satisfy TSA requirements for STI qualification and certification.
• Experience providing adult-learning classroom instruction or equivalent instructional experience.
• Strong knowledge of security screening procedures and operational training principles.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work irregular schedules, including weekends and holidays, as required by airport operations.
• U.S. Citizen or U.S. National and able to satisfy TSA background and suitability requirements.

Responsibilities

• Deliver TSA-approved initial, recurrent, remedial, return-to-duty, and specialized screening training.
• Complete and maintain required TSA instructor and screener certifications.
• Conduct passenger and baggage screening to maintain operational proficiency and certification.
• Deliver classroom, practical, and on-the-job instruction aligned with TSA requirements.
• Evaluate student performance and identify training gaps.
• Coordinate remedial training following deficiencies or SOP breaches.
• Maintain accurate training, certification, and compliance records.
• Collaborate with supervisors to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
• Support Assistant Training Instructors and OJT coaches where applicable.
• Maintain a professional, learner-focused environment emphasizing security and customer service.

Skills

Adult learning

Instructing

Security procedures

Communication

Flexible schedule

Education

TSA STI qualification

Level II TSO certification

Job description

About the Role

Culmen International is building a nationwide pipeline of qualified Security Training Instructors (STIs) to support future TSA Screening Partnership Program Task Orders at commercial airports across the United States.

STIs will deliver and manage TSA-required screener training while maintaining operational screening proficiency. They will work closely with Culmen operational leadership and TSA training counterparts to ensure Transportation Security Officers receive consistent, compliant, and effective initial, recurrent, remedial, and operational training.

What You’ll Do in Your New Role

• Deliver TSA-approved initial, recurrent, remedial, return-to-duty, and specialized screening training.

• Complete and maintain required TSA instructor and screener certifications.

• Conduct passenger and baggage screening as required to maintain operational proficiency and certification.

• Deliver classroom, practical, and OJT-related instruction consistent with TSA requirements.

• Evaluate student performance and identify individual or systemic training gaps.

• Coordinate remedial training following performance deficiencies or failure to adhere to screening SOPs.

• Maintain accurate training, certification, and compliance records.

• Work closely with operational supervisors to identify trends, screening weaknesses, and opportunities for continuous improvement.

• Support Assistant Training Instructors and OJT coaches where applicable.

• Maintain a professional, learner-focused environment emphasizing security effectiveness and customer service.

Required Qualifications

• Must satisfy applicable TSA requirements for STI qualification and certification.

• Experience providing adult-learning classroom instruction, formal instructor training/certification, or equivalent instructional experience.

• Strong knowledge of security screening procedures and operational training principles.

• Strong oral and written communication skills.

• Ability to work irregular schedules, including weekends and holidays, as required by airport operations.

• U.S. Citizen or U.S. National and ability to satisfy applicable TSA background and suitability requirements.

Desired Qualifications

• Current or prior TSA/Security Training Instructor qualification.

• Current or prior Level II TSO certification.

• Experience delivering TSA nationally developed training.

• Experience with remedial training, OJT, training quality assurance, and learning-management systems.

• Formal instructor or adult-learning certification.

About the Company

Culmen International is committed to enhancing international safety and security, strengthening homeland defense, advancing humanitarian missions, and optimizing government operations. With experience in over 150 countries, Culmen supports our clients to accomplish critical missions in challenging environments.

• Exceptional Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance, premiums for employees are 100% paid by Culmen, and dependent coverage is available at a nominal rate (including same or opposite sex domestic partners)

• 401k – Vested immediately and 4% match
• Life insurance and disability paid by the company
• Supplemental Insurance Available
• Opportunities for Training and Continuing Education
• 12 Paid Holidays

To learn more about Culmen International, please visit www.culmen.com

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.