POSITION TITLE: CYBERSECURITY OPERATIONS TEACHER                    REPORTS TO: Portsmouth Advanced Career Education PACE PRINCIPAL

OVER-TIME STATUS: EXEMPT                                                             PAY GRADE: 710

JOB SUMMARY:

Performs professional work providing limited direct instruction and computer assisted services in a specialized subject or assigned group of subjects, motivating students to develop skill in assigned subject matters; does related work as required. Work is performed under the regular supervision of the CTE Principal.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Develop and deliver engaging, standards-based lessons in cybersecurity operations, including network security, ethical hacking, incident response, and risk management.
• Align instruction with local, state and national standards, industry certifications, and career readiness expectations.
• Use diverse instructional strategies to accommodate various learning styles and abilities.
• Provide practical, hands-on training through labs, simulations, and real-world scenarios.
• Utilize cybersecurity tools, platforms, and software to teach best practices in securing networks, systems, and data.
• Design and administer assessments to measure student understanding and skill proficiency.
• Provide timely, constructive feedback to help students improve technical and problem-solving skills.
• Prepare students for industry-recognized certifications (e.g., CompTIA Security , Network , TestOut).
• Stay current with emerging cybersecurity trends, technologies, and threats.
• Collaborate with industry professionals to ensure the curriculum reflects current practices and standards.
• Participate in professional development activities and continuous learning to enhance instructional quality.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and inclusive learning environment.
• Ensure the proper setup, use, and maintenance of cybersecurity lab equipment and software.
• Enforce ethical guidelines and responsible use of technology.
• Mentor and advise students on academic and career pathways in cybersecurity.
• Facilitate student participation in cybersecurity competitions, internships, and other student work-based learning experiences.
• Maintain accurate records of student progress, attendance, and achievements.
• Prepare reports as required by school administration and accrediting bodies.
• Work with colleagues, administrators, and industry partners to enhance program quality and relevance.
• Participate in school meetings, committees, and parent conferences as needed.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Thorough knowledge of subject(s); thorough knowledge of education principles, practices and procedures; thorough knowledge of the principles and methodology of effective

teaching; thorough knowledge of school division rules,regulations and procedures; ability to establish and maintain standards of behavior; ability to deliver articulate oral presentations and written reports; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other staff, students and parents; ability to operate a personal computer.

This is sedentary work requiring the exertion of up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to move objects, and some light work requiring the exertion of up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects; work requires stooping, kneeling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, and repetitive motions; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken

word levels; visual acuity is required for preparing and analyzing written or computer data, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities; the worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions. Some teaching specialties (i.e. music, art, physical education, etc.) may require hearing, vision, physical coordination and/or exertion and effort in excess of those listed above.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Eligible candidates should hold one or more of the following certifications (preferred):

A (CompTIA)

Network (CompTIA)

Security (CompTIA)

CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional)

SSCP (Systems Security Certified Practitioner)

CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker)

SCNP (Security Certified Network Professional)

CASP (CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner)

CCNA Security

Must possess a Bachelor's or Master's degree in education or a related field. Must possess or be eligible for a Virginia Collegiate Professional License, Postgraduate Professional License or Provisional License with appropriate endorsement to teach specific subject areas. Detailed licensure information is available from the Virginia Department of Education online at: https://www.doe.virginia.gov/teaching-learning-assessment/teaching-in-virginia/licensure

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

All applicants, please submit an online application with supporting documentation.