Training Program Director

Instructor Leader / Training Program Director

About Our Client:

They are an award-winning professional services and consulting firm specializing in Cybersecurity, IT Service Management (ITSM), and IT Operations Management (ITOM). While not primarily a training company, training is a critical part of our portfolio. They deliver innovative, outcomes-focused training programs across Federal, SLED, and Commercial markets. Through strategic partnerships with the DVMS Institute, Hack The Box, Infosec Institute, and others, we provide organizations with the tools, frameworks, and expertise needed to strengthen cyber resilience and workforce readiness.

Position Summary

They are seeking a dynamic Instructor Leader / Training Program Director to take ownership of their rapidly growing training business. This individual will lead the full lifecycle of our training programs, including but not limited to developing and delivering technical courses, managing strategic training partnerships, expanding our partner ecosystem, and serving as Lead Instructor on select government contracts.

The ideal candidate will combine deep technical training expertise with business development acumen, thrive in a collaborative consulting environment, and represent them across government, commercial, academic, and partner communities.

Key Responsibilities

Instructor Management

• Build, manage, and mentor a pool of certified instructors.

• Provide coaching and leadership to ensure instructor effectiveness and student success.

• Expand capacity by recruiting practitioners with dual delivery and teaching expertise.

Course Development & Delivery

• Design, write, and deliver technical training courses, primarily in cybersecurity.

• Deliver training in ITSM/ITIL where applicable.

• Serve as Lead Instructor in private and public sector training contracts.

Training Business Leadership

• Own the full training lifecycle: sales, logistics, ordering courses and exam vouchers, and managing student registrations.

• Manage and grow relationships with training partners (DVMS Institute, Hack The Box, Infosec Institute, etc.).

• Resell and deliver partner training courses (onsite and VILT).

• Expand partner-based revenue by leveraging instructor resources and building strategic alliances.

Strategic Alignment

• Champion and fully embrace our strategic role with the DVMS Institute, aligning training programs to its solutions and service models

• Lead internal training programs: awareness training, employee development plans, and ongoing staff training initiatives.

• Drive growth in SkillsTX’s SFIA-based skills assessment platform, building new service capabilities.

Education & Workforce Development

• Collaborate with colleges and universities on cyber programs.

• Support and expand the Cybersecurity Internship Program.

• Pursue and manage workforce development grants.

Framework Expertise

• Apply knowledge of the NIST NICE Framework, NIST educational guidance, and federal training requirements in shaping curricula.

• Apply knowledge of the SFIA Framework while conducting Skills-based assessments.

Required Qualifications

• Proven ability to write and deliver technical training in cybersecurity.

• Demonstrated success managing training programs, instructor teams, and partnerships.

• Experience leading training capture efforts in Federal, SLED, and commercial markets.

• Strong knowledge of the NIST NICE & SFIA Framework and related educational standards.

• Knowledge of the SFIA Framework for skill maturity level rating

• Knowledge of the NIST Cybersecurity & Risk Management Frameworks

• Industry-recognized certifications (e.g., ISC² CISSP, CompTIA Security /CySA /CASP , Cisco) required.

• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

• Must reside within 4 hours of our Wyckoff, NJ HQ; 2 hours preferred

Desired Skills & Certifications

• IT Service Management and ITIL® certification.

• Experience with SkillTX or other skills assessment platforms.

• Familiarity with DVMS frameworks (CPD, Z-X, 3D Knowledge).

• Experience in grant development and academic program collaboration.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related field (Master’s preferred).

• 7 years of professional experience in cybersecurity, ITSM/ITOM, or technical training.

• 3 years in a leadership role managing training programs, contracts, or instructors.

Why Join Our client?

You’ll join a team committed to Execution Excellence in every engagement. As one of only five Strategic Affiliates of the DVMS Institute and as a trusted partner to leading training vendors, you will be at the forefront of building resilient digital workforces.

This role provides the opportunity to:

• Lead and grow a nationally recognized training business.

• Build and mentor a team of instructors.

• Shape the next generation of cybersecurity professionals.

• Manage high-value partnerships with leading training organizations.

• Play a critical role in Federal, SLED, and commercial workforce development programs.

Company Differentiator:
Our instructors are also practitioners. This unique model ensures students benefit from real-world expertise, and it creates a natural flow of knowledge transfer between training and consulting engagements. Instructors delivering courses report to this role, while practitioners delivering projects report to the Professional Services Manager—ensuring both client success and continuous improvement across our services.