Palo Alto Networks Instructor Part time

CDW is seeking a skilled and motivated cyber instructor to create, maintain, and deliver courses in highly virtualized environments. Cyber instructors will create course material, design training exercises, deliver training to students, and assess results. Instructors leverage deep subject matter expertise in relevant technical disciplines to provide a high-quality learning experience for our students. Through their work, the Cyber Security Instructor will empower students to develop and validate their cyber skills creating immediate job and career opportunities.

This is a 1099/contract position – part time / as needed basis.

• Conduct in person and virtual instructor‑led training in one or more topic areas.
• Accurately identify skill level of participants and align delivery of course material to match individual students’ needs.
• Demonstrate consistent classroom and student management to ensure a positive, successful learning environment.
• Research future direction of technology relevant to cyber security and incorporate new topics in development and delivery of cyber content.
• Deploy, maintain, and secure classroom equipment, images, and materials in virtual classrooms or in facilities around the globe.
• Travel to customer training sites both inside and outside the Continental United States.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

• PCNSE and Palo Alto Networks Certified Security Platform Instructor; certifications required.
• Previous experience conducting technical training in classrooms or small groups.
• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science/Technology, Cyber Security, Computer Engineering or other relevant field, or 5+ years’ equivalent experience.
• Information Security Professional with significant experience and background in cyber security.
• Exceptional, effective classroom communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Windows operating systems including console/terminal usage.
• Extensive experience with successful classroom teaching techniques, delivering technical training for adult learners.
• Intermediate to Advanced knowledge in Microsoft Office Suite products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Advanced subject matter expertise in cyber security consulting and training.
• Ability to conduct strong presentations to train and educate students on technical material and applications.
• Ability to select initial presentation strategies, manage time available for course, facilitate opportunities for learner success, and resolve learner behavior problems.
• Ability to monitor learner progress during instruction, administer tests, and evaluate attainment of end‑of‑course objectives.
• Ability to engage learners, help trainees set personal learning objectives, assist trainees apply training content to their jobs, and create practice opportunities during the training session.
• Superior writing and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work with all levels of internal and external clients, from clerks to CEO.
• Willingness to collaborate with subject matter experts and team members to complete projects and other business deliverables.
• Keen sense of analytical skills.
• Experience with identifying problems and creating proactive steps to resolve them.
• Strong attention to deadlines with accuracy and efficiency.
• Ability to deliver projects and all deliverables with the utmost accuracy and attention to detail.
• Capable of managing several tasks, projects and client deliverables effectively, efficiently and on time.

Pay starting at $1150/day 1099, depending on experience and skill set. Pay ranges may be subject to geographic differentials.

CDW is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by state and local law.