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Cyberspace/Cyberwarfare Instructor

Lompoc, CA · On-site

$105K - $175K/yr

Duties The Cyberspace Instructor serves as a subject matter expert and primary educator ... CompTIA Security+ * CompTIA CySA+ (Cybersecurity Analyst) * Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) * GIAC ...

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CompTIA Security+ CE certification * DoDapproved Information Assurance Work Force certification ... Instructor and five plus (5+) years of related (training and technical) experience Nice To Have:

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As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for comptia security instructor in the United States is $58,171.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $48,000.00 and $64,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Comptia Security Instructor vs Cybersecurity Trainer?

AspectComptia Security InstructorCybersecurity Trainer
CertificationsCompTIA Security+, instructor certificationsVaries, often includes CompTIA Security+ and other cybersecurity certifications
Work EnvironmentClassroom, online training, corporate training sessionsWorkshops, seminars, online courses, corporate training
Employer & IndustryTraining companies, educational institutions, corporate IT departmentsCybersecurity firms, educational organizations, government agencies
Primary FocusTeaching security fundamentals and certificationsDeveloping cybersecurity skills and knowledge for various roles

While both roles involve training in cybersecurity, a Comptia Security Instructor primarily focuses on teaching security fundamentals and preparing students for certifications like CompTIA Security+. A Cybersecurity Trainer may cover broader topics, including advanced security concepts and practical skills, often tailored to specific job roles or organizational needs.

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Cyberspace/Cyberwarfare Instructor

Lompoc, CA • On-site

Prevailance
Construction • 51 - 200 employees
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$105K - $175K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 28 days ago

Job description

Job Type
Full-time, Contract
Description
This position is contingent upon contract award. Multiple positions available.
Duties
The Cyberspace Instructor serves as a subject matter expert and primary educator, responsible for the design, delivery, and continuous improvement of formal technical instruction and training in one or more of the following mission areas:
  • Cyber Fundamentals (i.e. basic understanding of operating system internals, cryptographic concepts, identity management, security architecture, cyber operations)
  • Cyber Warfare (i.e. conduct and support for cyber mission planning, briefing, execution and debriefing; knowledge of defensive cyber operations, offensive cyber operations, and Cyber Mission Forces)
  • Networks (i.e. TCP/IP, OSI model, routing/switching, wireless, network architecture, traffic analysis)

Course Instructor
  • Act as SME and deliver course of instruction for assigned subject area(s); Participate in capstone/graduation exercise
  • Develop, review, and update Training Plans (TPs), Lesson Plans (LPs), and Training Standards (TSs).
  • Integrate changes to doctrine, tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) into course materials on a recurring basis
  • Participate in training advisory boards, curriculum reviews, and training effectiveness evaluations
  • Develop and maintain training aids, multimedia content, and e-learning modules
  • Serve as an evaluator for student and instructor standardization and evaluation.
  • Maintain qualification and currency in assigned courses; complete required continuing education and professional development

Administration & Coordination
  • Track and report student progression, graduation rates, and course metrics to unit leadership
  • Maintain required documentation, records management, and applicable USSF directives

Requirements
Required Qualifications
  • Minimum of five (5) years in U.S. military Cybersecurity and/or Cyber Operations
  • Operational experience supporting deployed, contingency, or combatant command (CCMD) cyber warfare requirements
  • Minimum of three (3) years as an instructor in a formal military school, university, or professional development setting; or five (5) years as a briefer/public speaker. A brief demonstration of public speaking will be required within 30 days of contract start to validate abilities.
  • Skill in designing and delivering formal instruction to adult learners using multiple modalities (lecture, scenario, simulation, lab).
  • Skill in using learning management systems, distributed training systems, simulator platforms, and computer-based training (CBT) tools.
  • Ability to analyze complex technical content and translate it into clear, sequenced instruction aligned to performance objectives.
  • Skill in writing, editing, and maintaining curriculum documentation to Air Force/Space Force instructional systems design standards.
  • Ability to evaluate student performance objectively, provide constructive feedback, and identify remediation requirements.

Desired Qualifications
  • Five (5) or more years of operational space experience with increasing responsibility
  • Knowledge of space operations doctrine, strategy, and national security space policy applicable to USSF/USAF missions
  • Operational experience in a deployed or joint environment integrating space capabilities with ground and air forces

Desired Certifications
  • CompTIA Security+
  • CompTIA CySA+ (Cybersecurity Analyst)
  • Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
  • GIAC Security Essentials (GSEC)

Education Requirements
  • Bachelors degreein Cybersecurity, Cyber Operations, Computer Science, Information Assurance, or related technical discipline
  • Master's degree in Cybersecurity, Cyber Operations, Computer Science, Information Assurance, or related technical discipline is preferred.
  • Graduate-level coursework in areas such as: Advanced Network Security, Penetration Testing, Digital Forensics, Malware Analysis, Cryptography, or Cyber Warfare and Policy.
  • Completion of DoD-aligned cybersecurity programs or National Centers of Academic Excellence (CAE) designated institutions in Cyber Defense or Cyber Operations.

Clearance Level: TS/SCI clearance eligibility is required
Salary Description
$105,000-$175,000

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