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Atlas Technica

Intern Trainee - NY

New York, NY · On-site

$23/hr

... cybersecurity for our clients, who are hedge funds and other investment firms. Founded in 2016, we ... engineers. As an Atlas Technica Intern Trainee, you will be provided with training and hands-on ...

Atlas Technica

Intern Trainee - NY

New York, NY · On-site

$23/hr

... cybersecurity for our clients, who are hedge funds and other investment firms. Founded in 2016, we ... engineers. As an Atlas Technica Intern Trainee, you will be provided with training and hands-on ...

Atlas Technica

Intern Trainee - NY

New York, NY · On-site

$23/hr

... cybersecurity for our clients, who are hedge funds and other investment firms. Founded in 2016, we ... engineers. As an Atlas Technica Intern Trainee, you will be provided with training and hands-on ...

Valeo

Information Systems Intern

Troy, MI

$14.25 - $19/hr

Cybersecurity Foundation: A solid foundational understanding of cybersecurity principles (e.g ... Job: IS Trainee/Apprentice/VIE Organization: Continental Information System Schedule: Part time ...

Valeo

Information Systems Intern

Troy, MI

$14.25 - $19/hr

Cybersecurity Foundation: A solid foundational understanding of cybersecurity principles (e.g ... Job: IS Trainee/Apprentice/VIE Organization: Continental Information System Schedule: Part time ...

LTIMindtree

Project Trainee

Sunrise, FL

Majors include Math, Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Information Technology, Cyber Security, and others. * 3.0 GPA or higher. LTM is an equal opportunity employer that is ...

L&T Infotech

Project Trainee

Sunrise, FL

Majors include Math, Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Information Technology, Cyber Security, and others. * 3.0 GPA or higher. LTM is an equal opportunity employer that is ...

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As of Jun 23, 2026, the average yearly pay for trainee cyber security engineer in the United States is $122,890.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $102,000.00 and $142,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Trainee Cyber Security Engineer vs Cyber Security Analyst?

AspectTrainee Cyber Security EngineerCyber Security Analyst
CertificationsEntry-level, such as CompTIA Security+ or Cisco CCNA SecurityOften requires Security+ or CISSP, with more experience
Work EnvironmentTraining-focused, supervised tasks, learning phaseOperational, monitoring security systems, analyzing threats
Employer UsageInternships, entry-level programs, training rolesFull-time security teams, IT departments

The Trainee Cyber Security Engineer is an entry-level role focused on learning and supporting security tasks, often in a training environment. In contrast, a Cyber Security Analyst is a more experienced professional responsible for monitoring and analyzing security threats. While both roles require similar certifications initially, analysts typically have more hands-on experience and responsibilities.

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Palo Alto Networks Instructor - 1099 Contract - Part time / flexible!

Palo Alto Networks Instructor - 1099 Contract - Part time / flexible!

CDW

Remote

$1.1K/day

Part-time

Posted 23 days ago

CDW rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 35 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

69th of 204 rated it services

Job description

CDW is seeking a skilled and motivated cyber instructor to create, maintain, and deliver courses in highly virtualized environments. Cyber instructors will create course material, design training exercises, deliver training to students, and assess results. Instructors leverage deep subject matter expertise in relevant technical disciplines to provide a high-quality learning experience for our students. Through their work, the Cyber Security Instructor will empower students to develop and validate their cyber skills creating immediate job and career opportunities.
*This is a 1099/contract position - part time / as needed basis.
What you will do
  • Conducts in person and virtual instructor-led training in one or more topic areas.
  • Accurately identifies skill level of participants and aligns delivery of course material to match individual students' needs.
  • Demonstrates consistent classroom and student management to ensure a positive, successful learning environment.
  • Researches future direction of technology relevant to cyber security and incorporates new topics in the development and delivery of cyber content.
  • Deploys, maintains, and secures classroom equipment, images, and materials in virtual classrooms or in facilities around the globe.
  • Travels to customer training sites both inside and outside the Continental United States.
  • Performs other duties as assigned by management.

What we expect of you
  • PCNSE and Palo Alto Networks Certified Security Platform Instructor - certifications required!
  • Previous experience conducting technical training in classrooms or small groups.
  • Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science/Technology, Cyber Security, Computer Engineering or other relevant field, or 5+ years' equivalent experience.
  • Information Security Professional with significant experience and background in cyber security.
  • Exceptional, effective classroom communication skills.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Windows operating systems including console/terminal usage.
  • Due to the extensive classroom training tasks, this role requires extensive experience with successful classroom teaching techniques, delivering technical training for adult learners.
  • Intermediate to Advanced knowledge in Microsoft Office Suite products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
  • Industry Expertise: Advanced subject matter expertise in cyber security consulting and training.
  • High Impact presentation: Ability to conduct strong presentations to train and educate students on technical material and applications.
  • Manage Learning Environment: Ability to select initial presentation strategies, manage time available for course, facilitates opportunities for learner success, resolver learner behavior problems.
  • Learner evaluation performance: Ability to monitor learner progress during instruction, administer tests, evaluate attainment of end-of-course objectives.
  • Adult learner principles: Ability to engage learners to identify their learning needs, help trainees set personal learning objectives, assists trainees apply training content to their jobs, creates practice opportunities during the training session.
  • Communication Skills: Superior writing and verbal communication skills.
  • Collaboration and Teamwork: Ability to work with all levels of internal and external clients, from clerks to CEO. Willingness to collaborate with subject matter experts and team members to complete projects and other business deliverables.
  • Analytical: Keen sense of analytical skills.
  • Problem Solving: Experience with identifying problems and creating proactive steps to resolve the problems in a way that avoids adverse impact of issues.
  • Detailed Oriented: Strong attention to deadlines with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Accuracy: Ability to deliver projects and all deliverables with the utmost accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Multi-tasking: Capable of managing several tasks, projects and client deliverables effectively, efficiently and on time.

Pay starting at $1150/day 1099, depending on experience and skill set.
Pay ranges may be subject to geographic differentials.
CDW is committed to being an AI-fluent organization
We're looking for people who bring curiosity, a learner's mindset, and a willingness to engage with ever-evolving technology and tools. We value adopting AI as a partner, openness to experimentation, and a shared interest in learning together on AI. Our goal is to create a culture where AI enhances-not replaces-human creativity and decision-making. You don't need to be an expert today; what matters is your readiness to explore, adapt, and grow with us as we integrate AI responsibly and effectively into our work.
Additionally, CDW is committed to fostering an equitable, transparent, and respectful hiring process for all applicants. During our application process, our goal is to understand your experience, strengths, skills, and qualifications. As an AI forward company, we see AI not just as a tool, but as a catalyst for new ways of thinking, creating, and communicating. We encourage candidates to embrace an AI mindset, one that's curious, adaptive, and ready to explore what's possible. We welcome thoughtful use of AI to expand your perspective and elevate how you share your story, while ensuring your application remains rooted in your own background, judgment, and voice.
About Us
CDW is a Fortune 500 technology solutions provider that helps businesses, government, education, and healthcare organizations achieve what's possible through technology. What makes CDW different isn't just what we do-it's how we do it. At CDW we act as one-building trust, speaking candidly, and working together to achieve more. We play to win-focusing on what matters most and delivering for our customers. And we think forward-staying curious, moving fast, and continuously learning. We believe meaningful work happens when people feel supported, heard, and empowered to contribute. That's why we think of ourselves as coworkers, not just employees-working together to solve complex challenges and deliver real impact for our customers and communities.
As a full-stack, full-lifecycle technology partner, CDW brings deep expertise, strong relationships, and broad industry knowledge to help turn ideas into outcomes. When you join CDW, you become part of a collaborative environment where your work matters, your growth is supported, and your contributions help shape what's next.
Together, we deliver the full promise of what technology can do. Together, we Make Amazing Happen.
CDW is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by state and local law.

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CDW is a leading multi-brand technology solutions provider to business, government, education and healthcare customers across the globe. Our fingerprints can be found on technology in workplaces of more than 250,000 companies; from fresh-faced startups to international conglomerates. With the breadth of products and services we offer, combined with the expertise of our specialists, we help solve our customers solve their IT challenges. From the teammates beside us to the leaders who guide us, we move forward together, and we always have your back. At CDW, you'll work with people who inspire you.

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Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Vernon Hills, IL, US

Year founded

1984

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