Sr. Instructional Developer

GovCIO is currently hiring for an Instructional Developer to design and develop training materials for personnel . This position will be located in Fort Meade, MD and will be an onsite position.

The Instructional Systems Developer (ISD) designs and develops training materials that prepare USCYBERCOMMAND personnel to (1) operationally use the Horizon
3.ai Node Zero autonomous pen testing platform and (2) create and curate the training datasets required to enable future AI-powered cyber tools. Working closely with the Data Scientist and technical leads, the ISD converts complex platform workflows, data strategy constructs, and dataset preparation standards into role-based curriculum, hands-on labs, job aids, and assessment instruments. The ISD ensures training content reinforces standardized data taxonomy, labeling/metadata requirements, and quality controls so that data produced during IOC and follow-on implementation is consistent, reusable, and suitable for future AI training and validation.

• Co-develop role-based curriculum with the Data Scientist for Node Zero employment and AI training set development
• Produce training products (lesson plans, slide decks, labs, exercises, job aids, quick-reference guides)
• Translate the program’s data strategy into teachable standards (taxonomy, labeling, metadata, quality checks)
• Develop practical exercises that walk learners through ingest → interpret outputs → label/contextualize → package training sets
• Create knowledge checks and evaluation methods to verify proficiency / consistency
• Update materials as platform workflows and data standards mature into the May implementation phase

High School with 9+ years (or commensurate experience)

Required Skills and Experience

• Clearance Required:
  
  TS/SCI CI Poly
• 9+ years of experience developing technical training for cyber, data, or analytics systems (DoD/IC preferred)
• Demonstrated ability to build hands-on labs and performance-based assessments
• Familiarity with data concepts relevant to AI training (datasets, labeling, metadata, bias/quality considerations)
• Strong collaboration skills with data scientists, engineers, and operators

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GovCIO is a team of transformers--people who are passionate about transforming government IT. Every day, we make a positive impact by delivering innovative IT services and solutions that improve how government agencies operate and serve our citizens.

But we can't do it alone. We need great people to help us do great things - for our customers, our culture, and our ability to attract other great people. We are changing the face of government IT and building a workforce that fuels this mission. Are you ready to be a transformer?

What You Can Expect

Interview & Hiring Process

If you are selected to move forward through the process, here’s what you can expect:

• During the Interview Process
• Virtual video interview conducted via video with the hiring manager and/or team
• Camera must be on
• A valid photo  be presented during each interview

• During the Hiring Process
• Enhanced Biometrics  screening
• Background check, to include:
• Criminal history (past 7 years)
• Verification of your highest level of education
• Verification of your employment history (past 7 years), based on information provided in your application

Employee Perks

At GovCIO, we consistently hear that meaningful work and a collaborative team environment are two of the top reasons our employees enjoy working here. In addition, our employees have access to a range of perks and benefits to support their personal and professional well-being, beyond the standard company offered health benefits, including:

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Corporate Discounts
• Learning & Development platform, to include certification preparation content
• Training, Education and Certification Assistance*
• Referral Bonus Program
• Internal Mobility Program
• Pet Insurance
• Flexible Work Environment

* Available to full-time employees

Our employees’ unique talents and contributions are the driving force behind our success in supporting our customers, which ultimately fuels the success of our company. Join us and be a part of a culture that invests…