Technical Instructor
About ACI Learning:
Join some of the world’s most passionate technical trainers, data-defenders, and cyber thought leaders.
We train the world’s experts in audit, cyber, and IT. The world’s most trusted organizations trust us to train their practitioners and leaders. We offer training experiences designed to help professionals protect data, anticipate risk, and defend business-critical systems. It’s all we do.
Shift: Contract, Flexible Shift, This is an on-site position at one of the following locations: San Antonio, TX, Dallas, TX, Colorado Springs, CO.
Job Summary
Technical Instructor is needed to help design and deliver high-velocity training programs and support students in achieving career-relevant certifications. In addition to training skills, Instructors are knowledgeable in student support, certification rates and what is needed to attain them, and the importance of IT training in today’s growing IT job markets. Instructor is vested in supporting students to achieve certification and career goals.
Required Qualifications:
Must hold one or more of the following certifications:
- Holds current CND or CEH technical IT certifications from EC-Council.
- Holds current CompTIA Sec+, Net+, or A+ Certifications.
- Holds current CySA or PenTest+
- Additional technical certification a plus.
- 1 year technical teaching experience.
- Certified Technical Trainer (CTT) certification recommended.
The ideal candidate
- Execution and instruction of IT classes in formal (e.g. a classroom), informal (e.g. floor-walking), or online (e.g. webinar) settings.
- Execution and instruction of virtual labs
- Has a demonstrated track record of bringing order to chaos
- Exhibits meticulous attention to detail
- Carrying out performance assessments to determine the skills gaps between current and desirable learner skill levels
- Designing, updating training materials needed to support student success through certification
- Puts the learner first
- Has the ability to manage difficult personalities while teaching
- Designing course materials and other documents such as handouts, manuals, and exercises
- Preparing the learning environment and resources, including setting up IT equipment where appropriate
- Delivering study sessions in formal (e.g. a classroom), informal (e.g. floor-walking), or online (e.g. webinar) settings.
- Supporting and coaching learners towards timely exam execution
- Has a strong belief that technical training can be transformational
- Liaising with partners (e.g. external course providers, employers, examining bodies) to fulfill the skills needs of an organization
- Has an innovative mindset, is a natural communicator, and is a strong collaborator
- Maintaining appropriate records of learner development and resource allocation
- Ability to align training to current IT job markets
We are committed to the values of diversity, equity, and inclusion, and strive to ensure that it is interwoven into the fabric of our organization. We support and nourish an inclusive and welcoming environment for employees from diverse backgrounds.
- Department
- Product
- Locations
- Colorado Springs, CO - USA, Dallas, TX - USA, San Antonio, TX - USA
- Daily salary
- $300 - $600
- Employment type
- Contract

Culture and Values
At ACI Learning, we train leaders in Cybersecurity, Audit, and Information Technology. We believe that training is not a transaction, but an ongoing essential of life-long learning and career growth. Our name may seem new, but we've been at it for over 40 years.
Authentic — We Keep It Real.
We are respectful and transparent in the way we treat everyone. We say what we mean and bring our unique personalities into everything we do.
Accountable — We Take Ownership
We accept responsibility for our decisions and actions. We learn from our mistakes and improve. We are reliable and follow through. We act like business owners.
Dedicated — We Put the Customer First
We provide above-and-beyond service and support to our clients. We continually strive to uphold and improve our reputation for excellence.
Innovative — We Challenge the Status Quo... and Ourselves
We pride ourselves in finding creative solutions to challenges. We trust our instincts and express our opinions openly.
About ACI Learning
At ACI Learning, we train leaders in Cybersecurity, Audit, and Information Technology. Whether you're starting your IT career, mastering your profession, or developing your team, we're with you every step of the way. We believe that training is not a transaction, but an ongoing essential of life-long learning and career growth. We help you choose which learning path suits you best, deliver personalized training in the way you want it, and help you find the right career opportunity. Our name may seem new, but we've been at it for over 40 years.
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