Cyber SME Instructor

Job Description

Company: Team Carney

About the position

Team Carney is seeking a Cybersecurity Subject Matter Expert (SME) and Instructor to support the Center for Development of Security Excellence (CDSE) Cybersecurity Curriculum Program. The role involves providing top-tier training, learning, and human capital solutions to empower Federal Government agencies. The ideal candidate will be a mentor, evaluator, and thought leader with expertise in identity and access management and security program operations, responsible for delivering engaging instruction and ensuring curriculum remains cutting-edge.

Responsibilities
• Delivering high-impact, engaging instruction for the CDSE Cybersecurity Curriculum, translating complex DoD policies into actionable learning.
• Serving as the ultimate authority on cybersecurity content, reviewing course materials to ensure absolute alignment with current policies and operational realities.
• Acting as the go-to expert for Identity and Access Management (IAM) and broader security disciplines, guiding the development of future training initiatives.
• Embodying Team Carney’s ethos of continuous improvement and performance acceleration within the federal sector.

Requirements
• Option A: A bachelor’s degree from an accredited university AND at least five (5) years of applied experience in security program implementation and operation within your SME discipline.
• Option B: In lieu of a degree, at least eight (8) years of applied, hands-on experience in security program implementation and operations.
• Must hold a current Department of Defense Manual (DODM) 8140 Identity and Access Management (IAM) Level III certification.
• Must possess an active Personnel Clearance/Eligibility (PCL) at the Secret level.
• Absolute mastery of the knowledge, skills, and policies related to your cybersecurity discipline, backed by substantial, relevant work experience.

Benefits
• Multiple medical, dental, and vision insurance options (BCBS CareFirst)
• Health spending accounts (HSA)
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Carney-paid life and disability insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 11 paid holidays
• 6 weeks of paid parental leave
• Annual tuition assistance (up to $5,000)
• Student loan repayment
• Up to $200 annually to learn almost anything (from pottery to coding!)
• Up to $200 annually to participate in fitness and active lifestyle events.
• Ad hoc training and ongoing professional development access.

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