Content Subject Matter Expert – Instructor

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Content Subject Matter Expert/Instructor at Pherson designing, delivering, and improving security training for various agencies. Collaborating with teams to create engaging learning experiences.

Responsibilities:

  • Serve as the senior subject matter authority and course manager for assigned curricula — owning the full lifecycle from needs analysis through delivery and sustainment
  • Design, develop, and maintain training products across modalities (ILT, VILT, eLearning, webinars, job aids, videos, mobile content, and performance support tools) using ADDIE and adult learning principles
  • Deliver basic and advanced instruction in your discipline in classroom and virtual environments
  • Partner with Instructional Systems Designers and Curriculum Managers to convert complex policy and operational concepts into instructionally sound courses and supporting materials
  • Conduct Training Needs Analyses; recommend and design new courses, products, and awareness campaigns as mission requirements evolve
  • Research and apply current security policies and authoritative references to keep content accurate, current, and compliant
  • Develop and refine training materials — storyboards, instructor and participant guides, scripts, knowledge checks, case studies, exercises, and job aids — tailored to varied audiences including students, executives, and managers
  • Lead or support transitions from classroom to virtual and blended delivery, integrating distance learning and micro‑learning where appropriate
  • Provide SME input for Alpha and Beta testing of new and revised products; recommend improvements based on learner feedback and outcome data
  • Respond to student and stakeholder inquiries with timely, authoritative guidance on course content and real‑world application

Requirements:

  • Active Secret clearance and U.S. citizenship
  • Bachelor’s degree and five (5) years of applied experience implementing and operating security programs in your area of expertise — OR eight (8) years of applied security program experience in lieu of a degree
  • Demonstrated mastery of the policies, practices, and operational knowledge within your security discipline
  • Demonstrated SME credibility in one or more of security disciplines (Personnel Security, Industrial Security, Counterintelligence, Insider Threat, Information Security, Physical Security, etc.)
  • Active SPēD certifications: SFPC, CDP, SAPPC, ISP, or equivalent
  • Experience delivering instruction in both in‑person and virtual/synchronous environments
  • Experience supporting LMS migration or training modernization initiatives.

Benefits:

  • health, dental and vision insurance
  • long- and short-term disability insurance and life insurance
  • paid time off
  • sick leave
  • holidays
  • 401k retirement plan