CNO Instructor

Markon

$200K — $300K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Current TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph clearance or eligibility for crossover.
  • Bachelor's degree in STEM or equivalent experience (4 years of relevant work).
  • Extensive experience in Computer Network Operations including IT networking and security.
  • 5+ years in network collection techniques.
  • Proven ability in systems and network vulnerability assessments.
  • Strong communication and organizational skills in conveying technical concepts.
  • Adult Learning Certificate or related credential preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Deliver advanced instruction on computer network operations (CNO).
  • Design and develop lesson plans and course materials based on adult learning principles.
  • Teach complex IT topics in an accessible manner.
  • Create and facilitate hands-on labs and scenario-based exercises.
  • Conduct instruction on vulnerability assessment methodologies and tools.
  • Integrate various instructional methods to meet diverse learning needs.
  • Mentor students in technical proficiency and operational skills.

Benefits

  • Location-based position primarily in Chantilly, VA.
  • Opportunity to impact the development of advanced cyber operations education.
  • Collaboration with subject matter experts and operation teams for content relevance.
Full Job Description
Description

This role is an instructor position mostly based in Chantilly, VA.

Responsibilities

  • Deliver advanced instruction in computer network operations (CNO), including planning, collection, network navigation, and exploitation techniques within classified and unclassified environments.
  • Design, develop, and continuously refine comprehensive lesson plans, instructor guides, and course materials aligned with adult learning principles and Sponsor requirements.
  • Teach complex technical topics such as IT networking, mobile and desktop operating systems, scripting/programming languages, network collection techniques, and IT security products in a clear and accessible manner.
  • Develop and facilitate hands-on labs, scenario-based exercises, and experiential learning events that simulate real-world cyber operational environments.
  • Conduct instruction on systems and network vulnerability assessment methodologies, tools, and reporting practices.
  • Integrate multiple instructional delivery methods (lecture, facilitated discussion, CBT, and practical application) to address diverse learning styles and mission needs.
  • Mentor and evaluate students on technical proficiency, operational tradecraft, analytical thinking, and adherence to security protocols.
  • Collaborate with operational teams and subject matter experts to ensure course content reflects current tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) and evolving cyber threats.


Qualifications

Required:
  • A current TS/SCI with a Full Scope Polygraph level clearance with the Sponsor or be eligible for cross over of current clearance.
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a STEM field.
    • 4 years of additional full-time work experience in computer science, information systems, engineering, mathematics, business, or other related scientific or technical discipline shall be considered equivalent to a Bachelor's degree.
  • Demonstrated experience in Computer Network Operations including IT networking, mobile and desktop operating systems, computer programming and scripting languages, and information technology security products.
  • 5+ years demonstrated experience in network collection techniques.
  • Demonstrated experience conducting systems and network vulnerability assessments
  • 5+ years demonstrated experience working within a team to conduct computer network operations - planning, collection, network navigation
  • 5+ years demonstrated strong communication and organizational skills, ability to clearly and concisely convey complex technical concepts to diverse audiences
  • An Adult Learning Certificate from Association for Talent Development, an equivalent industry recognized certificate (as defined above), or hold a degree in adult learning prior to first day of instruction.

Desired:
  • 1 or more years of experience in course delivery and instructing to include preparation of technical training courses using multiple methods of learning to include, but not limited to lecture, facilitated discussion, hands-on/experiential/scenario, CBT.
  • 1 or more years of experience in developing and conducting training or education of personnel within cyber domain.
  • Demonstrated experience designing lessons and crafting lesson plans and/or instructor guides incorporating adult learning principles and all essential elements for instruction.
  • 3+ years of Sponsor specific cyber operational experience


Salary Range

USD $200,000.00 - USD $300,000.00 /Yr.

The Markon pay range for this position is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

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