CNO Instructor

CNO Instructor Position

Markon is building a talent pool of qualified CNO (Computer Network Operations) professionals that are interested in teaching the next generation. This role is an instructor position mostly based in Chantilly, VA.

Responsibilities include:

• Delivering advanced instruction in computer network operations (CNO), including planning, collection, network navigation, and exploitation techniques within classified and unclassified environments.
• Designing, developing, and continuously refining comprehensive lesson plans, instructor guides, and course materials aligned with adult learning principles and Sponsor requirements.
• Teaching complex technical topics such as IT networking, mobile and desktop operating systems, scripting/programming languages, network collection techniques, and IT security products in a clear and accessible manner.
• Developing and facilitating hands-on labs, scenario-based exercises, and experiential learning events that simulate real-world cyber operational environments.
• Conducting instruction on systems and network vulnerability assessment methodologies, tools, and reporting practices.
• Integrating multiple instructional delivery methods (lecture, facilitated discussion, CBT, and practical application) to address diverse learning styles and mission needs.
• Mentoring and evaluating students on technical proficiency, operational tradecraft, analytical thinking, and adherence to security protocols.
• Collaborating with operational teams and subject matter experts to ensure course content reflects current tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) and evolving cyber threats.

Qualifications

Required:

• A current TS/SCI with a Polygraph level clearance with the Sponsor or be eligible for cross over of current clearance.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a STEM field. Four years of additional full-time work experience in computer science, information systems, engineering, mathematics, business, or other related scientific or technical discipline shall be considered equivalent to a Bachelor's degree.
• Demonstrated experience in Computer Network Operations including IT networking, mobile and desktop operating systems, computer programming and scripting languages, and information technology security products.
• Five or more years demonstrated experience in network collection techniques.
• Demonstrated experience conducting systems and network vulnerability assessments.
• Five or more years demonstrated experience working within a team to conduct computer network operations - planning, collection, network navigation.
• Five or more years demonstrated strong communication and organizational skills, ability to clearly and concisely convey complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.
• An Adult Learning Certificate from Association for Talent Development, an equivalent industry recognized certificate, or hold a degree in adult learning prior to first day of instruction.

Desired:

• One or more years of experience in course delivery and instructing to include preparation of technical training courses using multiple methods of learning to include, but not limited to lecture, facilitated discussion, hands-on/experiential/scenario, CBT.
• One or more years of experience in developing and conducting training or education of personnel within cyber domain.
• Demonstrated experience designing lessons and crafting lesson plans and/or instructor guides incorporating adult learning principles and all essential elements for instruction.
• Three or more years of Sponsor specific cyber operational experience.

Salary Range USD $ - USD $ /Yr. The Markon pay range for this position is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

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