Senior Training Specialist

CACI International Inc; National Harbor (MD); Hybrid; USD 79,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

CA CI International Inc. in National Harbor, MD, is seeking a Senior Training Specialist to support a Department of Homeland Security contract. The role focuses on instructional design and the development of technical training and field workforce enablement.

The position offers hybrid work arrangements: on-site three days per week in National Harbor with two remote days. Travel is local, up to 10%. A Master’s degree with 7+ years or equivalent experience is required, along with strong

Qualifications

• Master’s degree with 7+ years of experience in training development and delivery, instructional design, technical training, or a related field.
• Equivalent experience will be considered: No degree + 16 years, Associate’s +12, Bachelor’s +10.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver role-based technical training, troubleshooting instruction, and quick-reference resources that enhance field technology staff capabilities and promote consistent support practices.
• Assess field technician training needs and implement targeted learning strategies that improve adoption of standardized processes, tools, workflows, and support procedures.
• Develop a comprehensive Field Technology Training Curriculum covering ITSM workflows, diagnostic tools, troubleshooting methodologies, and standardized support procedures.
• Create job aids, quick-reference guides, cheat sheets, desktop guides, and micro-learning resources that support on-the-job performance.
• Establish training metrics and evaluation methods to measure learning effectiveness and its impact on field operations and overall performance.

Skills

Instructional design

Technical training

Training development and delivery

Needs assessment

Education

Master’s degree

No degree + 16 years of relevant experience

Associate’s degree + 12 years of relevant experience

Bachelor’s degree + 10 years of relevant experience

Job description

Job Title: Senior Training Specialist

Job Category: Training

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: None

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%

Type of Travel: Local

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The Opportunity

CACI is seeking a Senior Training Specialist to support a Department of Homeland Security contract. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a mission of national importance by supporting transformational initiatives that modernize technology delivery, strengthen enterprise capabilities, and improve operational effectiveness.

In this role, you will collaborate with other CACI team members to develop and implement innovative learning solutions for field technology teams. You will play a key role in enhancing workforce capabilities, driving adoption of standardized processes and tools, and enabling personnel to effectively meet evolving mission requirements.

If you are passionate about instructional design, technical training, and helping organizations transform the way they work, this position offers the opportunity to make a direct and meaningful impact on a high-visibility national security mission.

Work Location: This position is based in National Harbor, Md 3x a week with remote work the other 2 days.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver role-based technical training, troubleshooting instruction, and quick-reference resources that enhance field technology staff capabilities and promote consistent support practices.
• Assess field technician training needs and implement targeted learning strategies that improve adoption of standardized processes, tools, workflows, and support procedures.
• Develop a comprehensive Field Technology Training Curriculum covering ITSM workflows, diagnostic tools, troubleshooting methodologies, and standardized support procedures.
• Create job aids, quick-reference guides, cheat sheets, desktop guides, and micro-learning resources that support on-the-job performance.
• Conduct training needs assessments using surveys, interviews, observations, and performance data to identify capability gaps and opportunities for improvement.
• Partner with field technicians and regional stakeholders to identify training requirements and develop solutions aligned with operational needs.
• Design and deliver scenario-based troubleshooting training that strengthens diagnostic, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills through realistic field scenarios.
• Deliver training on ITSM platforms, optimized workflows, ticket management practices, remote diagnostic tools, and standardized support processes.
• Develop engaging training materials, including presentation decks, participant guides, job aids, instructional videos, and interactive learning content.
• Establish training metrics and evaluation methods to measure learning effectiveness and its impact on field operations and overall performance.
• Contribute to the Monthly Field Operations Improvement Summary by providing training-related metrics, trends, and recommendations.
• Collaborate with ITSM and documentation specialists to ensure training materials align with workflow optimization initiatives and standardized procedures.
• Develop knowledge-transfer strategies, including train-the-trainer programs, communities of practice, and peer-learning networks, to promote long-term knowledge retention and organizational capability.

Qualifications

Required:

• Master’s degree with 7+ years of experience in training development and delivery, instructional design, technical training, or a related field. Equivalent experience will be considered:
• No degree + 16 years of relevant experience
• Associate’s degree + 12 years of relevant experience
• Bachelor’s degree + 10 years of relevant experience
• Ability to obtain a Public Trust clearance.
• Demonstrated experience developing and delivering technical training for IT support personnel, field technicians, or similar technical audiences.
• Strong instructional design expertise and the ability to create engaging, effective, and learner-centered training experiences.

What You Can Expect

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

Pay Range

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

The Proposed Salary Range For This Position Is

$78,700 - $165,200

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.