[Hiring] Instructor - Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP) @Fullstack Academy

Role Description

The Part-Time Instructor for CCSP Certification plays a key role in delivering engaging and impactful learning experiences to adult learners enrolled in our online programs. Instructors facilitate curriculum content, support student learning, and connect technical concepts to real-world industry applications. This role involves teaching live online sessions, mentoring students, providing feedback, and contributing to a collaborative instructional environment. Classes are delivered 100% online in a synchronous format.

Key Responsibilities

• Instruction & Student Engagement
  • Deliver assigned lessons aligned with curriculum learning objectives and session plans.
  • Facilitate engaging live online instruction using instructional best practices for adult learners.
  • Provide subject matter expertise in CCSP Certification.
  • Connect course content to real-world industry applications and professional practices.
  • Encourage collaboration, critical thinking, and problem-solving within the classroom environment.
• Student Support & Mentorship
  • Provide individualized student support during live sessions and scheduled office hours.
  • Maintain regular communication with students regarding progress, expectations, and milestones.
  • Respond to student and staff communications in a timely and professional manner.
  • Provide clear, constructive, and timely feedback on assignments and assessments.
• Performance Monitoring
  • Evaluate student progress based on course deliverables and established grading rubrics.
  • Maintain accurate documentation of student performance and engagement.
  • Identify and escalate academic or performance concerns to the Lead Instructor or appropriate staff.
  • Support performance improvement plans when necessary.
• Collaboration & Professional Conduct
  • Adhere to institutional policies and instructional team standards.
  • Foster an inclusive, respectful, and professional learning environment.
  • Serve as a role model and mentor for students.
  • Collaborate with instructional staff and program teams to improve the student learning experience.
  • Represent the organization professionally when interacting with students, staff, and external stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Active CCSP certification (mandatory) in good standing with (ISC)²
• ISC2 Accredited Instructor status (mandatory). ***Simplilearn will sponsor the accreditation [NDA form needs to be signed with SL & (ISC)²]
• Mandatory 1+ year of training experience on the relevant course
• 8+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with strong hands-on exposure to cloud security, cloud architecture, or cloud risk management
• Solid expertise across CCSP domains, including cloud architecture, data security, identity and access management, application security, and compliance
• Hands-on experience working with cloud platforms such as AWS, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
• Strong understanding of shared responsibility models, cloud deployment models (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS), and cloud-native security controls
• Experience implementing or managing cloud security frameworks and standards such as NIST, ISO 27001, CIS Benchmarks, CSA CCM, and GDPR-related compliance practices
• Familiarity with cloud security tools and services, including IAM, encryption, key management, monitoring, logging, and threat detection solutions
• Understanding of DevSecOps practices, container security, and securing modern application environments (preferred)
• Certifications such as CISSP, CCSK, AWS Security Specialty, Azure Security Engineer, or equivalent are strongly preferred
• Prior teaching, mentoring, or professional training experience, especially in an online setting (preferred but not mandatory)
• A passion for teaching and the ability to make complex cloud security concepts practical and engaging
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with a learner-centric approach
• Professionalism, integrity, and empathy in all interactions with learners and team members

Work Schedule

• Part-Time instructors typically work 10–15 hours per week depending on cohort schedules.
• Current cohorts - Weekend Mornings (Saturdays and Sundays) from 9am - 1pm EST.

Compensation

• The anticipated pay range for this position is $55 – $60 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience.
• This position is classified as Part-Time, Non-Exempt, and employees will be compensated for all hours worked in accordance with applicable federal and state wage and hour laws.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Work Authorization

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout employment.