Lead Instructor: Cybersecurity (General Interest)

Correlation One develops workforce skills for the AI economy

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Your impact

This is a part-time, contract opportunity. We are currently adding Lead Instructors: Cybersecurity to our Expert Network, in anticipation of projects that will launch this year and next year. This is a proactive hiring effort, where you will participate in our interview process and be added to our Expert Network. Once approved for our Expert Network, our team will be able to share various opportunities for you to support projects, programs, and our learners.

In addition to our proactive hiring efforts, we also have two immediate opportunities if you are interested available:

• Cybersecurity 10: January 13th - July 4th, 2026; live lectures are on Monday, Wednesday, Friday from 12:00-2:30 PM ET // 05:00-7:30 PM BST
• Cybersecurity 11: January 19th - July 11th, 2026, live lectures are on Monday, Wednesday, Friday from 12:00 - 2:30pm ET

If you are already a member of our Expert Network, you do not need to apply to this role. You are already in our system.

If you are currently participating in a Correlation One program as a learner, please note that, in line with our policy, we can only consider your application once your learner engagement is completed successfully (graduated).

Job Summary:

Lead Instructors at Correlation One are responsible for delivering high-quality, live, virtual instruction and partnering with company personnel to drive exceptional learning outcomes. Their main focus as educators is to conduct large synchronous online lectures on technical content, training anywhere from 100 to 8,000+ diverse learners at a time, depending on the program. This role involves preparing and leading virtual classroom sessions, collaborating with operations personnel, and contributing to the overall success of the program.

Virtual Classroom Leadership:

• Prepare and lead virtual classroom sessions for a range of learners, which may vary in size from 200 to 8,000+.
• Deliver instruction on skills tailored to Learners' needs, including math, verbal reasoning, and technical problem-solving.
• Oversee the management of class time Q&A and monitor chat flow, and overall class energy and engagement dynamics

Collaboration:

• Collaborate closely with Correlation One operations personnel to ensure smooth program delivery and adherence to schedules.
• Be flexible in contributing to classes during weekdays and/or weekends, as program schedules vary.
• Assist in lesson design, development, and improvement which may include tracking edits, suggestions, or changes to curriculum as needed

Expectations:

In addition to the core responsibilities, Lead Instructors are expected to adhere to the following expectations:

Professionalism:

• Interact professionally with learners, Correlation One staff, additional contractors, and guest speakers, maintaining a high level of courtesy and respect.

Lecture Preparation:

• Diligently and adequately prepare for lectures to ensure the delivery of high-quality content.

Dynamic Online PresenceResponsiveness and Empathy:

• Be highly responsive and empathetic to learners, providing thoughtful answers and assistance throughout the lesson
• Adjust the lesson pace and presentation to meet the needs of diverse learners while also maintaining responsibility for timely delivery of the prepared content.
• Exhibit an energy, pacing, and ability to make complex topics accessible and maintain strong learner engagement

Communication:

• Communicate respectfully, recognizing that online or written communication may lack tone.
• Maintain extra communicative contact with Correlation One personnel.

Positive Attitude:

• Foster a healthy learning environment by maintaining a positive attitude and promoting a culture of learning.

Course Improvement:

• Contribute to course improvement by providing thoughtful and transparent feedback to the Correlation One team.

Your expertise

• 3-5 years of experience in the Cybersecurity field (or another related field)
• Degree in a technical field
• CompTIA Security+ certification or related certifications (i.e. CISM)
• Previous teaching experience, preferably in a remote environment
• Experience training learners on foundational technical skillsets
• An excellent educator with a passion for teaching and helping others
• Outstanding team and people management skills
• Experience working with the Unix terminal, especially with cybersecurity-related applications
• Familiarity with the following topics: Networking, Kali Linux, Endpoint security, CompTIA Security+ Certification training, Triage

Where you are

• This role is remote.

Compensation

• The compensation range for this position is specific to location and takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions. These factors include (but are not limited to) location, experience, education and skill sets.

Correlation One’s Commitment

Correlation One is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal opportunity for all employees and applicants. Correlation One provides a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions at Correlation One are based solely on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We encourage applicants to bring their unique skills, experiences, and outlook to our work environment.

Correlation One is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, Correlation One strives to provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities to enable them to access the hiring process. If you need an accommodation to access the job application or interview process, please contact [email protected].

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