A&A Mid-Level Trainer (REMOTE)

Koniag Data Solutions, a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking A&A Mid-Level Trainer to support KDS and our government customer in Alexandria, VA. This position requires the candidate to be able to obtain a Public Trust. This is a Remote Opportunity. 

We offer competitive compensation and an extraordinary benefits package including health, dental and vision insurance, 401K with company matching, flexible spending accounts, paid holidays, three weeks paid time off, and more.

Koniag Data Solutions (KDS), a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking a Mid-Level Trainer specializing in Assessment & Authorization (A&A) processes to develop and deliver comprehensive training programs for our federal government clients. The ideal candidate will combine technical knowledge of security compliance with strong instructional abilities to effectively communicate A&A concepts and procedures. 

Essential Functions, Responsibilities & Duties may include but are not limited to:

• The A&A Mid-Level Trainer will be responsible for developing and delivering training programs focused on security compliance and authorization processes. Key responsibilities include:
• Develop comprehensive cybersecurity and privacy training materials.
• Deliver engaging training sessions to various audiences (technical and non-technical).
• Create awareness campaigns on security best practices and emerging threats.
• Design and implement security simulation exercises (e.g., phishing simulations).
• Assess training effectiveness and adapt programs accordingly.
• Stay current with evolving cybersecurity principles and best practices.
• Creativity in developing engaging training content.
• Develop and maintain A&A training materials and curricula
• Deliver training on RMF, FISMA, and security compliance processes
• Create practical exercises for security control assessment training
• Support the development of training documentation and guides
• Conduct both in-person and virtual training sessions
• Assist in developing training metrics and assessments
• Maintain training records and track participant progress
• Update training content to reflect current requirements and procedures
• Provide post-training support and guidance
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to ensure accuracy of content
• Support the development of role-based training programs
• Assist in creating training videos and e-learning content
• Participate in training program evaluation and improvement
• Support continuous learning initiatives

Education and Experience:
Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or related field
• 4+ years of experience in cybersecurity or information security
• 2+ years of experience in training or educational role
• Current Security+ certification, and/or relevant experience/certifications
• Experience with RMF and FISMA processes

Required Skills and Competencies:

• Excellent presentation and communication skills.
• Ability to explain complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.
• Experience with instructional design and adult learning principles.
• Strong knowledge of security compliance processes
• Understanding of NIST frameworks and standards
• Experience with learning management systems
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities
• Experience creating training materials
• Strong organizational skills
• Knowledge of security control assessment processes
• Experience with virtual training platforms
• Ability to adapt training methods to audience needs
• Ability to obtain public trust clearance

Desired Skills and Competencies:

• Additional security certifications (CISSP, CAP)
• Experience with federal government systems
• Knowledge of instructional design principles
• Familiarity with e-learning development tools
• Experience with training needs assessment
• Knowledge of CMMC framework
• Experience with hands-on security tools
• Understanding of DevSecOps concepts
• Knowledge of cloud security compliance
• Experience with training program evaluation
• Familiarity with accessibility requirements
• Experience with gamification techniques
• Knowledge of privacy requirements
• Prior experience in federal training environments
• Certification in training or adult education

Our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy
The company is an equal opportunity employer. The company shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification), national origin or ancestry, age, disability, citizenship, military/veteran status, marital status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are committed to equal employment opportunity in all decisions related to employment, promotion, wages, benefits, and all other privileges, terms, and conditions of employment.

The company is dedicated to seeking all qualified applicants. If you require an accommodation to navigate or apply for a position on our website, please get in touch with Heaven Wood via e-mail at [email protected] or by calling 703-488-9377 to request accommodations.
 
Koniag Government Services (KGS) is an Alaska Native Owned corporation supporting the values and traditions of our native communities through an agile employee and corporate culture that delivers Enterprise Solutions, Professional Services and Operational Management to Federal Government Agencies. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Koniag, we apply our proven commercial solutions to a deep knowledge of Defense and Civilian missions to provide forward leaning technical, professional, and operational solutions. KGS enables successful mission outcomes for our customers through solution-oriented business partnerships and a commitment to exceptional service delivery. We ensure long-term success with a continuous improvement approach while balancing the collective interests of our customers, employees, and native communities. For more information, please visit www.koniag-gs.com.
 
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