Technical Instructor (Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP))

ABOUT PER SCHOLAS: For 30 years, Per Scholas has been on a mission to drive mobility and opportunity in the ever-advancing technology landscape by unlocking the untapped potential of individuals, uplifting communities, and meeting the needs of employers through rigorous tech training. By teaming up with dynamic employer partners, ranging from Fortune 500 companies to innovative startups, we're forging inclusive tech talent pipelines, fulfilling an ever-increasing need for skilled talent. With national remote training and campuses in 20+ cities and counting, Per Scholas offers no-cost training programs in the most sought-after tech skills, spanning Cloud, Cybersecurity, Data Engineering, IT Support, Software Engineering, and more. To date, 30,000+ individuals have been trained through Per Scholas, propelling their professional trajectories into high-growth tech careers with salaries three times higher than their pre-training earnings. Learn more by visiting PerScholas.org and follow us on LinkedIn , X , Facebook , Instagram , and YouTube . Per Scholas preferred hires reside within the following states : AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, IL, IN, KS, MD, MA, MI, MO, NC, NJ, NY, OH, PA, TX, WA POSITION TITLE: Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) Instructor DURATION: Part-Time Contract Role COMPENSATION: $65/hour WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR 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, and 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, certificat…