[Hiring] Technical Instructor (Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)) @Per Scholas

Role Description

Per Scholas is seeking a Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) instructor to become a member of our National Training Team. The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented, problem-solving individual with strong technical and instructional skills, demonstrates the ability to adapt quickly to a dynamic environment, and maintains a strong sense of accountability. To succeed in this role, candidates must be business-minded within our mission focus and excel in instructional delivery that meets clients’ and learners’ high expectations.

What You’ll Do

• Deliver instructor-led training that prepares students for the (ISC)² CISSP certification and careers as Information Security Managers, Security Architects, Security Consultants, and CISOs.
• Responsibilities include:
  • Daily instruction
  • Assessment administration
  • Attendance tracking
  • One-on-one tutoring
  • Daily evaluation and monitoring of individual student progress
  • Consistent enforcement of classroom standards
• Teach advanced security concepts across the eight CISSP domains, including:
  • Security and Risk Management (governance, compliance, risk analysis, threat modeling)
  • Asset Security (data classification, lifecycle management, protection controls)
  • Security Architecture and Engineering (security models, cryptography, PKI, cloud security)
  • Communication and Network Security (OSI/TCP-IP, VPNs, wireless security, segmentation)
  • Identity and Access Management (AAA, SSO, federation, OAuth/OIDC)
  • Security Assessment and Testing (vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, audits)
  • Security Operations (incident response, disaster recovery, business continuity, SIEM)
  • Software Development Security (SDLC integration, DevSecOps, SAST/DAST, API security)
• Facilitate hands-on lab exercises involving security assessment tools, cryptographic implementations, network security configurations, and identity management systems through the ACI Learning platform.
• Evaluate student performance using scenario-based assessments, domain-specific practice exams, and structured performance checklists.
• Provide students with relevant supplemental resources for deeper learning on security concepts, industry certifications, and best practices.
• Dedicate capacity (e.g., 10% of non-instructional time) to professional development, technical upskilling, curriculum modernization, and contributing to the product’s retrospective/evaluation cycle.
• Work closely with the instructional and curriculum development teams to provide feedback on lab effectiveness, learner pain points, and content clarity.
• Maintain and update Salesforce and/or our LMS with student grades, certification scores, attendance, and performance notes.
• Support and maintain training curricula, syllabi, lesson plans, and classroom materials, identifying areas for improvement based on delivery experience.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of working in information security roles such as Security Analyst, Security Engineer, Security Architect, Security Consultant, or CISO.
• 2–5 years of instructional skills teaching technical security subjects to professionals and practitioners.
• Strong technical background; able to grasp and convey highly technical subject matter clearly across all eight CISSP domains.
• Ability to respond clearly to live digital conversations via Zoom or in-person training environments.
• Strong communication and facilitation skills.
• Experience teaching adult learners in structured training environments preferred.

Requirements

• Technical proficiency in the following areas:
  • Security governance, risk management, and compliance frameworks
  • Cryptographic systems and Public Key Infrastructure (PKI)
  • Network security architecture and secure communication protocols
  • Identity and access management (IAM) systems and federation protocols
  • Security assessment and penetration testing methodologies
  • Incident response, business continuity, and disaster recovery planning
  • Demonstrated understanding of regulatory compliance requirements (GDPR, HIPAA, SOX, PCI-DSS) and their application to enterprise security programs
  • Ability to guide learners through complex scenario-based risk assessments and security architecture design exercises
  • Commitment to ongoing professional development and maintaining technical currency in evolving security technologies and threat landscapes
  • Demonstrated fluency in utilizing Generative AI tools (e.g., Google Gemini) for instructional prep, assessment, and to model real-world professional use in the security domain

Preferred Skill Sets

• Active (ISC)² CISSP certification is required.
• Significant prior experience leading security programs or consulting engagements for enterprise organizations.
• Experience with SIEM platforms, vulnerability management tools, and cloud security architectures.
• Additional industry certifications such as:
  • (ISC)² CCSP, SSCP, or CAP
  • CompTIA Security+, CySA+, or CASP+
  • ISACA CISM, CISA, or CRISC
  • GIAC certifications (GSEC, GPEN, GCIH)
• Experience delivering competency-based or hands-on technical training programs.

Benefits

• Over 40 days of paid time off each year through a mix of holidays, vacation, and sick/personal time.
• Comprehensive Medical Coverage with multiple plans through Cigna or Kaiser Permanente.
• Dental and Vision Insurance with options for eligible employees.
• 401(k) plan with a current 100% employer match on contributions up to 6%.
• Free, confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) access.
• Up to 6 weeks of 100% paid parental leave.
• Access to employer-paid life and AD&D Insurance, short-term disability coverage, and additional voluntary benefits.
• Flexible Spending accounts for healthcare, dependent care, and commuting expenses.