Instructor – Certified Cloud Security Professional, CCSP

Job Description:
• Deliver assigned lessons aligned with curriculum learning objectives and session plans.
• Facilitate engaging live online instruction using instructional best practices for adult learners.
• Provide subject matter expertise in CCSP Certification.
• Connect course content to real-world industry applications and professional practices.
• Encourage collaboration, critical thinking, and problem-solving within the classroom environment.
• Provide individualized student support during live sessions and scheduled office hours.
• Maintain regular communication with students regarding progress, expectations, and milestones.
• Respond to student and staff communications in a timely and professional manner.
• Provide clear, constructive, and timely feedback on assignments and assessments.
• Evaluate student progress based on course deliverables and established grading rubrics.
• Maintain accurate documentation of student performance and engagement.
• Identify and escalate academic or performance concerns to the Lead Instructor or appropriate staff.
• Support performance improvement plans when necessary.
• Adhere to institutional policies and instructional team standards.
• Foster an inclusive, respectful, and professional learning environment.
• Serve as a role model and mentor for students.
• Collaborate with instructional staff and program teams to improve the student learning experience.
• Represent the organization professionally when interacting with students, staff, and external stakeholders.

Requirements:
• Active CCSP certification (mandatory) in good standing with (ISC)²
• ISC2 Accredited Instructor status (mandatory). ***Simplilearn will sponsor the accreditation [NDA form needs be signed with SL & (ISC)²]
• Mandatory 1+ year of training experience on the relevant course
• 8+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with strong hands-on exposure to cloud security, cloud architecture, or cloud risk management
• Solid expertise across CCSP domains, including cloud architecture, data security, identity and access management, application security, and compliance
• Hands-on experience working with cloud platforms such as AWS, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
• Strong understanding of shared responsibility models, cloud deployment models (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS), and cloud-native security controls
• Experience implementing or managing cloud security frameworks and standards such as NIST, ISO 27001, CIS Benchmarks, CSA CCM, and GDPR-related compliance practices
• Familiarity with cloud security tools and services, including IAM, encryption, key management, monitoring, logging, and threat detection solutions
• Understanding of DevSecOps practices, container security, and securing modern application environments (preferred)
• Certifications such as CISSP, CCSK, AWS Security Specialty, Azure Security Engineer, or equivalent are strongly preferred
• Prior teaching, mentoring, or professional training experience, especially in an online setting (preferred but not mandatory)
• A passion for teaching and the ability to make complex cloud security concepts practical and engaging
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with a learner-centric approach
• Professionalism, integrity, and empathy in all interactions with learners and team members

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