Contractor Position – Covered 6 Cyber Security Technician (CST) Program - Assistant Instructor
Location: Primarily Remote / Occasional Travel to Ventura, California (Up to 15%)
Duration: 5-week cycles (200 hours total per cohort)
Hours: Average of 25 hours a week
Compensation: Competitive contractor rate dependent on experience.
About the Program
The
Covered 6 Cybersecurity Specialist Training (CST) Program is a 5-week, 200-hour intensive course designed to prepare students for careers in cybersecurity and IT. The program blends classroom instruction with hands-on labs, ensuring students are ready for industry-recognized certifications including CompTIA A+, Network+, and Security+. For more information, please visit
https://www.covered6.com/.
Position Overview
We are seeking an
experienced cybersecurity lab instructor to deliver high-quality instruction to adult learners preparing for careers in IT and cybersecurity. This is a remote
contractor role, though occasional
on-site teaching in Moorpark, CA is required (travel included). The instructor will lead
daily live lab sessions, facilitate discussions, and ensure students are prepared for CompTIA certification exams.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver hands-on labs covering CompTIA A+, Network+, and Security+ objectives.
- Lead students through real-world exercises in hardware, networking, security, and troubleshooting.
- Occasionally cover lecture content of CompTIA material.
- Provide mentorship, guidance, and exam preparation strategies for learners of diverse backgrounds.
- Collaborate with program staff to refine curriculum and align labs with industry best practices.
- Assess student performance through quizzes, lab evaluations, and practical scenarios.
- Travel to Southern California as needed for in-person lab delivery or events.
Required Qualifications
- Current CompTIA A+, Network+, and Security+ certifications (or higher-level certifications with ability to teach fundamentals). Will consider experience in lieu of certifications.
- 2-5 years of professional experience in IT support, networking, or cybersecurity roles.
- 2-5 years of instructional or training experience, ideally with adult learners or veterans. Will consider relevant education as experience.
- Strong command of provided lab-based teaching methods and hands-on exercises.
- Excellent communication and facilitation skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, cohort-based program environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with other CompTIA certifications or related credentials.
- Background in curriculum development and instructional design but not required.
- Familiarity with virtual lab platforms and blended learning delivery.
- Prior work in educational institutions, defense, or law enforcement environments.
How to Apply
Please submit the following to
[email protected]
- Resume or CV
- List of current certifications and expiration dates
- Brief cover letter highlighting relevant teaching and cybersecurity experience
- At least one reference from a training or technical role
- Must be a US. Citizen and willing to travel
