Training Subject Matter Expert

Intezra, Inc.; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 166,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental & Vision coverage

401(k) plan

PTO 160 hours

Floating holidays

Code Red Days

Job summary

Intezra, Inc. is seeking a Training Subject Matter Expert (Systems Engineer, Level 2) in Columbia, MD, on-site. The role requires TS/SCI with Polygraph and offers a compensation range of $166,000–$180,000 annually.

The SME will design, develop, and deliver technical training for operators and analysts, collaborating with instructors, curriculum developers, and leadership to ensure current tradecraft and tools are reflected in course materials. Remote work is not indicated.

Qualifications

• 8+ years with a Bachelor's degree
• 6+ years with a Master's degree
• 4 additional years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree
• Experience with cyber operations and training environments

Responsibilities

• Develop technical training curriculum and hands-on exercises
• Instruct, coach, and mentor students and junior personnel
• Develop and review Job Qualification Standards (JQS) and Technique Qualification Standards (TQS)
• Create and maintain training pipelines with milestones and timelines
• Provide systems engineering expertise and documentation support

Skills

Cyber operations

Technical training

SME instruction

JQS/TQS knowledge

Ops with OS & networking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Experience in lieu of degree

Tools

VMware/ESXi

Proxmox

KVM

Bash

Python

C++

Job description

Training Subject Matter Expert

Columbia, MD | Full Time | TS/SCI with Polygraph Required

Position: Training Subject Matter Expert (System Engineer, Level 2)

Location: Columbia, MD (on-site)

Category: Systems Engineering / Technical Training / Cyber Operations

Clearance Requirement: Active TS/SCI with Polygraph

Compensation: $166,000 – $180,000 (annualized USD)

Experience Requirement:

• 8+ years with a Bachelor's degree, OR
• 6+ years with a Master's degree, OR
• 4 additional years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree

Description

You will act as a Systems Engineer and Subject Matter Expert supporting a training team—helping design, develop, and deliver technical training that prepares operators and analysts for high-impact work.

You’ll work closely with instructors, curriculum developers, and program leadership to ensure course materials reflect current tradecraft, tools, and operational practices. You’ll serve as a technical authority, providing instruction, coaching, and hands‑on support to students and junior personnel within training environments.

You’ll be responsible for developing and maintaining training pipelines, qualification standards, and exercises that keep the workforce ready for evolving needs. This position offers the opportunity to shape the next generation of operators while working in a fast‑paced, high‑impact environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop technical training curriculum, course materials, and hands‑on exercises for the training team.
• Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) to instruct, coach, and mentor students and junior personnel.
• Develop and review Job Qualification Standards (JQS) and Technique Qualification Standards (TQS) to ensure training aligns with operational requirements.
• Create and maintain training pipelines with measurable milestones and timeline adherence.
• Provide systems engineering expertise and technical documentation support to the training team and stakeholders.

Skills Requirements

• Knowledge of cyber operations and cyber tradecraft.
• Experience developing and delivering technical training and instructional materials.
• Experience developing or reviewing Job Qualification Standards (JQS) and Technique Qualification Standards (TQS).
• Experience with operating systems and networking concepts (security, design, and troubleshooting).

Nice to Haves

• Experience with virtualization platforms (VMware/ESXi, Proxmox, KVM) for training environments.
• Proficiency in scripting/programming languages (Bash, Python, C++).
• Experience creating virtual training environments and Capture-The-Flag (CTF) events.
• Experience mentoring operators and exploitation analysts.
• Experience applying AI/ML technologies to improve workload efficiency and automate routine tasks.

Compensation & Employment Policy

Salary is determined by multiple factors, including location, education, experience, skills, and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $166,000 – $180,000 (annualized USD).

Benefits Overview

• Three CareFirst medical plans available; Intezra pays up to 100% of healthcare premiums and up to 100% of deductibles (based on plan selection) for employees and dependents
• Intezra pays 100% for CareFirst Dental and Vision plans for employees and dependents
• 401(k): 15% company contribution (no match required)
• PTO: 160 hours, increasing with seniority
• 12 Floating Holidays
• 4 Code Red Days

EEO Statement

Intezra, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, pregnancy, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

About Us

Intezra Inc. is a small business prime contractor for all realms of cyber and AI/ML development, from tactical-level tools and capabilities to enterprise-level infrastructure and operations. Our leadership team and staff have helped solve the most complex challenges for the intelligence community for over 15 years.