Cyber Defense and Compliance Training Specialist

Job Title Cyber Defense and Compliance Training Specialist Agency Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service Department Business and Cyber Solutions Proposed Minimum Salary Commensurate Job Location College Station, Texas Job Type Temporary/Casual Staff (Fixed Term) Job Description Cyber Defense & Compliance Training Specialist 3 positions to be filled Temporary/Casual (Wage) College Station, Texas $60.
00/hour The Training Specialist position, under general supervision will be responsible for providing training and technical assistance within the Cyber Defense and Compliance program.
You will be responsible for instructing classes and providing cybersecurity technical assistance throughout the U.
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and its territories for the TEEX Cybersecurity Program.
You will train a diverse audience that includes emergency management, government personnel, public sector, private sector and critical infrastructure sector employees on various aspects of cybersecurity including detecting, identifying, responding, and recovering from cyber incidents.
This individual will use their knowledge of Emergency Management, ICS, and HSEEP policies and application of adult learning theories and learning styles to help maximize learner success and ensure overall effectiveness of the course instruction.
This position is responsible for performing online and/or classroom instruction, field-based skills training, and/or may provide technical assistance in a specialty area to support other divisions.
You will also be responsible for assisting with course curriculum content, when necessary, to meet learner needs.
You will be responsible for utilizing a variety of media to present course material and may assist in creating new and/or updating curriculum content, when necessary, to meet learner needs.
This position reports to the Training Manager.
Required Qualifications: High School diploma or GED Seven years of related experience in cybersecurity, information technology and/or emergency management Three years of adult education and/or training experience Required Licenses/Certifications: Valid Driver’s License Preferred Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology/Security discipline from an accredited college or university Eight or more years of experience in IT and systems administration focused on information security, auditing, and/or compliance Current industry certification such as CISSP, CISM, Network +, Security + Eight or more years of experience in developing cybersecurity policies, industry regulations, and/or cybersecurity best practices in government and/or industry Two or more years of experience identifying, analyzing, and mitigating security vulnerabilities and weaknesses (malicious code, implementation flaws, etc.
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Identifying cyber-attack vectors and actors (new vulnerabilities, attacks, exploits, etc.
) Physical Requirements: Ability to regularly use computer/keyboard Ability to support training delivery for up to 8-10 hours/day (standing) Ability to work in adverse weather conditions during instruction Physical conditioning consistent with movement of training equipment, wearing personal protective equipment during instruction as needed, designing, developing, and deploying curriculum for classroom and online training delivery up to 40 lbs.
Ability to travel independently to other and/or remote locations by driving and/or flying on commercial airlines.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Advanced knowledge of cybersecurity policies and procedures/best practices/tools, exercise design and evaluation experience, emergency response planning, or emergency management experience and training Skills and ability to conduct Vulnerability Assessments and Penetration Testing In-depth knowledge of a minimum of 3 Operating systems below, TCP/IP, and Network Security Knowledge for Microsoft Windows security; UNIX/Linux variants (RHEL, SLES, CentOS, Debian, Ubuntu, Solaris, etc.
) security; Microsoft SQL (MS SQL) Server security; Oracle/MySQL DB security; Web server platforms: Apache and IIS Excellent oral/written communication and presentation skills Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others Ability to work with sensitive information and maintain confidentiality Strong interpersonal and organizational skills Ability to actively demonstrate the TEEX Values – Safety, Teamwork, Adaptability, Respect, and Stewardship Demonstrate a positive attitude and work ethic Ability to present course material using a wide variety of media and technology Working knowledge of office software and instructional programs Working knowledge of cybersecurity policy and guidance from relevant authorities such as DHS/FEMA, DHS/CISA, and NIST as well as cybersecurity and technology best practices from private industry Working knowledge of principles and methods for teaching and instructing individuals and groups Excellent group facilitation skills Skilled in utilizing various learning and active listening strategies Ability to orally comprehend and express information and use inductive and deductive reasoning Ability to positively and professionally interact with clients and staff, groups of various sizes Skilled at leading instruction and provide effective demonstration of required topics Equipment: Standard office equipment: computer, keyboard, multifunctional printer, telephone.
Training equipment Notifications: This position is security-sensitive.
This position may require up to 50% or more travel.
This position may require work beyond normal office hours and/or work on weekends.
This position allows telecommuting per TEEX guidelines.
This is a wage position established to accommodate a temporary organizational need.
As such, TEEX does not guarantee any set number of hours or length of employment in this role.
This position requires compliance with state and federal laws/codes and Texas A&M University System/TEEX regulations and procedures.
All tasks and job responsibilities must be performed safely without injury to self or others in compliance with System and Agency safety requirements.
Essential Duties, Tasks, and Percentages: Provides instruction and technical assistance for the Cyber Defense and Compliance Program – 70%: Serves as a Lead Instructor for course deliveries and technical assistance projects Instructs cybersecurity courses and provides technical assistance for cyber clients Prepares training materials, training aids, and/or equipment prior to course Ensures classrooms are ready for participants Ensures concerned parties, points of contacts, host organization, agencies, are contacted and notified of schedules, locations, and times Ensures participants have achieved terminal objectives of the course Ensures training materials, training aids, and classrooms are secured upon completion of the course Ensures class documentation is completed in an accurate and timely manner in accordance with Division Guidance, Agency and Contractual requirements (if applicable) Administers course pre and post-testing as required Arrives at a minimum of 1 hour before the course is scheduled to begin to ensure the room is set up and to greet arriving participants Follows approved curriculum course outline and timelines Performs all course exercises as explained by Instructor Guide Conducts cybersecurity assessments, audits, and penetration tests and generating associated documentation Leads cybersecurity plans reviews and generating associated documentation Leads the planning and delivery of cybersecurity exercises Present findings and documentation to customers and answer questions from both technical and non-technical audiences Maintains subject matter expertise on topics of instruction Conducts hot-wash debrief with the instructional team, as applicable, to determine delivery areas of improvement Delivers cybersecurity technical assistance as part of a project team under the supervision of a program manager or project lead Technical assistance includes cybersecurity assessments, IT and cybersecurity planning, customized training, exercises, incident response, and remediation Submits After Action Report (AAR) as specified by the Training Manager after class delivery Conducts hot-wash debrief with the instructional team, as applicable, to determine delivery areas of improvement Travels to remote locations and provides instruction as assigned by training manager Prepares training materials, training aids, and/or equipment prior to course and reports items that need replacement to the Training Manager Evaluates and assesses instructional effectiveness and adjusts delivery plan as necessary Develops/Updates Course Materials – 15%: Actively participates in the development, updating and revising of a course as both a team member and an SME in the curriculum processes Reviews new instructional materials as they become available to determine relevance with current courses Assists with the research and development of lesson plans, outlines, training aids, manuals, and scenarios for practical application Creates and/or updates PowerPoint presentations and /or other graphic training aids Assists in preparing and developing skilled demonstration documents, materials, project aids, and equipment prior to course delivery Serves as a team member in monitoring changes in national trends that could impact current and future courses delivered by the program Actively participates/leads in team meetings and events Customer Relations-10%: Promotes teamwork with the instructor cadre Positively interacts with fellow staff, wage instructors, external and internal customers Actively works with wage instructors to promote instructor continuity Maintains currency and knowledge of cybersecurity and other materials related to course delivery Participates in other TEEX/Business Cyber Solution programs and initiatives as directed Provides Program Support – 5%: Ensures class documentation is completed in an accurate and timely manner in accordance with Division Guidance, Agency and Contractual requirements (if applicable) May assist the Training Manager/Coordinator with customer interactions May assist with writing proposals and contracts Submits weekly reports and all associated documentation on time Submits class reports, and travel documentations Assists in the marketing of division programs and events to potential customers and students Ensures requests for travel and post travel claim documentation are completed in an accurate and timely manner in accordance with division and agency guidance May participate in conference activities and if exhibiting, assist with booth set up and operations, and provide potential business contact information to management Additional Program/Division responsibilities: As part of the TEEX’s mission of providing training, developing practical solutions, and saving lives; this position could be required, if called upon, to deploy within the State of Texas as directed by this position’s Division Division/ HQ Department Head Exhibit punctuality by arriving to work and scheduled events on time Maintains and safeguards assigned divisional equipment and property Maintains a professional appearance Maintains an orderly and clean workspace Performs additional work duties as assigned All positions are security-sensitive.
Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.