MALhub provides accessible and affordable technology training and educational programs that empower individuals with the skills and knowledge needed for successful careers in the tech industry. We focus on building a strong tech community, fostering innovation, and facilitating career opportunities for program graduates through partnerships with companies and organizations. 

Position Description:

MALhub is seeking a dynamic, team-oriented individual to serve as a Cyber Security Instructor. The Technical Instructor will play an important role in our organization’s mission, as they train MALhub students to be outstanding entry and mid-level technicians.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

Classroom Facilitation

• Using a structured and approved curriculum, conduct a full-time, 15-week cycle of technical training to prepare students for entry to mid-level jobs in the field of Cyber Security. Technical training competencies include but are not limited to: hardware, software, networking, security, server, mobility, virtualization, and project management.  Class sizes range from 15-20 students.
• Facilitate in a highly interactive, hands-on style. The MALhub curriculum calls for a maximum of 1 hours of lecture in a 3-hour teaching day.  The rest of the time is dedicated to interactive, hands-on lab activities which are led by the Technical Instructor.
• Utilize in-house Learning Management System for assignments, tests, and real-time performance monitoring
• Manage and appropriately utilize a teaching assistant 
• Maintain regular office hours

Managing Student Performance 

• Provide students with ongoing feedback, conferencing, and performance appraisals.  Recognize any challenges early and work with coaches and students to overcome them.
• Coordinate closely with students’ career coach and learner support staff on enforcing program rules and promoting student success.
• Prepare student evaluations individually and in conjunction with a career coach.
• Participate in all required student progress meetings with other members of the team
• Monitor and enforce student class attendance, dress code, and other program policies
• Ensure classes achieve at least a 90% pass rate on all certification exams

Professional Qualifications

• Expert-level knowledge and experience in the following competencies: server management, hardware, software, networking, mobility, virtualization, project management, and security
• Must have some teaching experience, preferably with adults in an online environment.
• Proficient in TCP/IP networking and networking protocols as well as Microsoft Windows operating systems including console/terminal usage
• Familiarity with Linux, Windows Server Environments, Firewalls, Intrusion Detection and Prevention Systems, Penetration Testing and Vulnerability Assessment is required
• At least two years of professional experience in the tech industry in a security role
• Ability to teach in a highly interactive and hands-on style
• Ability to commit to individual performance goals on certification and placement
• Flexibility to adapt to continuous changes in the curriculum (needed to stay current in the industry)