Training Excellence Lead – Cyber Security

ETHNUS

Bakersfield (CA)

On-site

USD 110,000 - 150,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

ETHNUS is seeking a Training Excellence Lead - Cyber Security to deliver high-quality technical training to students and support training deployment, trainer development, and delivery excellence across Cyber Security programs.

The role involves classroom and lab-based training in Cyber Security, Ethical Hacking, Cloud Security, and related domains, with frequent college coordination, mentorship, and curriculum implementation across multiple locations.

Qualifications

5-8+ years in Cyber Security or related domains.
Strong hands-on experience with Cyber Security, Ethical Hacking, Network Security, Web/Application Security, Vulnerability Assessment, and Penetration Testing (VAPT).
Experience in designing and delivering hands-on labs, assignments, CTF exercises, assessments, and real-world security projects.

Responsibilities

Deliver classroom, practical, and lab-based Cyber Security training to students across colleges and locations.
Train students on Cyber Security, Ethical Hacking, Network Security, Application Security, Vulnerability Assessment, Penetration Testing, and related concepts.
Conduct hands-on sessions using Cyber Security tools, platforms, and simulated security environments.
Prepare trainer schedules and support deployment requirements across programs.
Conduct Train-the-Trainer sessions and mentor other Cyber Security trainers.
Support student training, projects, and continuous improvement of labs and content.

Skills

Cyber Security

Ethical Hacking

Network Security

Application Security

Vulnerability Assessment

Penetration Testing

Cloud Security

Digital Forensics

Education

Bachelor's / Master’s Degree in Computer Science, Cyber Security, Information Technology, or related field

Job description

Our Vision - To Enable Wow and Delightful Careers

Ethnus is a leading Emerging Technology training provider and has trained over 2 million students. Pioneering in employability enhancement and skill development since 2007, Ethnus provides training, certification, and placement support to its students in relevant industry-specific jobs. Ethnus has the honor of being the Cloud expert for Team India in the WorldSkills 2024 competition. We are the Authorized Training Partner of Amazon Web Services (AWS) for the Cloud Computing courses, EC Council for Cyber Security courses, and many more. Our company has been mentioned by Hon. Minister of Education in the Parliament (2019) for delivering high-quality training and mentoring to students. Over 800 higher education institutions around the country trust our services to enhance and build the employability of their students.

Department

Training Delivery Department

Designation

Training Excellence Lead - Cyber Security

Desired Qualification

Bachelor's / Master's Degree in Computer Science, Cyber Security, Information Technology, or a related field

Location

Koppal/Vellore

Job Overview

We are seeking a Training Excellence Lead - Cyber Security to deliver high-quality technical training to students while supporting training deployment, trainer development, and delivery excellence across Cyber Security programs. The role will involve hands-on classroom and lab-based training in areas such as Cyber Security, Ethical Hacking, Network Security, Application Security, Cloud Security, Digital Forensics, and related security technologies.

This role reports to the Lead - Technical Training Department and is responsible for student training, practical lab delivery, curriculum implementation, trainer mentoring, quality tracking, and college coordination within the Cyber Security skill area.

Training Delivery & Deployment

Deliver classroom, practical, and lab-based Cyber Security training to students across assigned colleges and locations.
Train students on Cyber Security, Ethical Hacking, Network Security, Application Security, Vulnerability Assessment, Penetration Testing, and related security concepts.
Conduct hands-on sessions using relevant Cyber Security tools, platforms, and simulated security environments.
Prepare and deliver trainer schedules while supporting deployment requirements across Cyber Security programs.
Conduct Train-the-Trainer (TTT) sessions and mentor other Cyber Security trainers on technical content, labs, delivery methodology, and industry practices.
Guide students through assignments, practical exercises, Capture-the-Flag (CTF) activities, and project-based learning.
Review and continuously improve training content, labs, assignments, assessments, and projects in line with current Cyber Security trends and industry requirements.

Tracking, Quality & Coordination

Track syllabus completion, lab completion, assessments, student attendance, feedback, and overall student performance.
Evaluate students through practical assessments, projects, assignments, quizzes, and hands-on security exercises.
Monitor learning outcomes and identify students or batches requiring additional technical support.
Review trainer performance and provide technical guidance and feedback to improve training quality.
Manage routine communication with colleges and internal teams regarding training progress, delivery status, student performance, and operational requirements.
Conduct operational college visits and follow up on training-related action items.

Shared Responsibilities

Ensure consistent and high-quality Cyber Security training delivery across assigned programs and locations.
Review training effectiveness, student outcomes, trainer performance, and college satisfaction.
Participate in major college visits, technical reviews, audits, and stakeholder meetings as required.
Support planning of Cyber Security trainer capacity and upcoming training requirements.
Mentor and support junior Cyber Security trainers in technical delivery and classroom management.
Contribute to monthly training reports, quality reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Support the development and introduction of new Cyber Security modules based on emerging threats, technologies, tools, and industry requirements.

Requirements

5-8+ years of hands-on experience in Cyber Security, Information Security, Ethical Hacking, or related domains.
Strong practical knowledge of Cyber Security, Ethical Hacking, Network Security, Web/Application Security, Vulnerability Assessment, and Penetration Testing (VAPT).
Working exposure to Cloud Security, Digital Forensics, Security Operations/SOC, SIEM, Incident Response, and Cyber Security frameworks is preferred.
Strong hands-on experience with Cyber Security tools, security labs, vulnerability analysis, and practical security exercises.
Ability to explain complex Cyber Security concepts clearly to students, trainers, and other stakeholders.
Experience in designing and delivering hands-on labs, assignments, CTF exercises, assessments, and real-world security projects.
Ability to stay current with rapidly evolving cyber threats, vulnerabilities, security tools, frameworks, and industry practices.
Prior experience in technical training, student mentoring, trainer development, or technical content review is strongly preferred.
Strong communication, presentation, mentoring, classroom management, and stakeholder-management skills.
Willingness to travel for student training, college visits, training audits, trainer evaluations, and stakeholder meetings.

Benefits