Cybersecurity Engineering Instructor

Summary

Join SimSpace, a cybersecurity company, as a Cybersecurity Engineering Instructor! You will create engaging training content, deploy and support security tools, deliver instruction (remote and in-person), develop attack/defense scenarios, and assess customer security teams. This role requires a deep understanding of cybersecurity best practices, experience in network/systems administration, proficiency in security tools, and strong communication skills. SimSpace offers a competitive compensation package, including a base salary, annual bonuses, comprehensive health benefits, flexible time off, parental leave, and various other perks to support your well-being and professional development. The ideal candidate is highly motivated, enthusiastic, a good problem-solver, and a hands-on learner. Apply today and become a part of our mission-driven team!

Requirements

• A detailed insight of global, national and industry cybersecurity recommended best practices and frameworks (NIST, SANS, CIS, DoD)
• Applicable experience as a network administrator, systems administrator, and broad technical solutions expertise
• Must be up-to-date with the latest in computer and network security. This includes preventing and managing attacks, detecting security threats, investigating breaches, and using protective and monitoring tools
• Complete comprehension of adversary kill-chain and exploitation scenarios
• Broad knowledge of standard security-centric tools such as logging and monitoring, along with deep specialization knowledge in one of Windows Domain Security, Windows Forensics, Linux Security, or Network Security
• Demonstrable proficient oral and written communication skills and comfortable presenting both virtually and in-person
• Instruction (on-the-job or classroom) (1+ years)
• Scripting in PowerShell, Python, Ruby or similar language
• Active Directory Administration (1+ years)
• Databases such as Elastic, SQL Server, Postgres and/or MySQL (1+ years)
• Deep knowledge of TCP/IP, and the ability to quickly learn new firewall/router devices

Responsibilities

• Create engaging instructional content on the platform that excites and engages our international and Fortune 500 customers
• Deploy, configure and provide support for tool sets in-range that will be utilized by security teams and incident responders; including EDR software, logging solutions, forensic software and network monitoring products
• Deliver remote and occasional in-person instruction on the operation of the SimSpace platform and cybersecurity content
• Generate and build upon attack/defend scenarios and skills development labs that teach the full range of cyber defense techniques of hardening, monitoring, pursuit, and cyber intelligence
• Review and contribute to learning materials in the form of briefings, white papers, videos, realistic exercises, and games
• Work with our range operations and DevOps teams to develop toolsets and scenarios within a cybersecurity range to model real-world threat defense scenarios
• Support assessment of customer security teams and customer events (travel estimated at up to 25% in the near future)
• Assess and communicate the skills and level of cyber defense of individuals and teams prior to, during and post events via both oral and written deliverables

Benefits

• Compensation. Base salary range: $75,000 – $115,000, reflecting our confidence in your expertise and impact, with the opportunity for annual bonuses tied to company performance and individual contributions
• Health & Wellness. Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, plus savings plans—coverage starts on day one!
• Mental Health Support. Access to company-paid counseling, coaching, and resources for you and your family through Spring Health
• Financial Well-Being. Plan for your future with a 401(k)-retirement savings plan featuring a company match
• Flexible Time Off. Take the time you need with unlimited vacation and dedicated health & wellness days. SimSpace provides flexible solutions to meet the diverse work-life needs of team members
• Parental Leave. Paid leave plans to support you and your loved ones during life’s most important moments
• Ownership Opportunities: Equity stock options at hire, with annual performance-based grants—become an invested stakeholder in our shared success
• Referral Rewards: Earn $1,500–$3,500 for every qualified hire through our employee referral program
• Peloton Interactive Wellness Program: Full- and partial- subsidized membership plans and equipment discounts to help you reach your personalized fitness goals
• Continuous Learning: Access a LinkedIn Learning membership to prioritize your personal and professional development
• Social Connections: Monthly reimbursements for meaningful connections with teammates through our SocialSpace Community
• Extra Perks: Legal plan coverage, pet insurance, wellness reimbursements, and more to simplify life’s details