Curriculum / Instructional Designer

About the role

Aquila Technology is seeking a Curriculum / Instructional Designer to support one of the nation's leading defense research organizations. The ideal candidate will develop and present education material in various formats to meet organizational and government requirements, coordinate training sessions, and monitor the effectiveness of security education programs.

Responsibilities

• Create and implement security education programs tailored to the specific needs of the DoD, including Computer Based Training, presentations, posters, pamphlets, and other means of conveying security relevant information
• Cook up and lead training sessions and workshops on security protocols, procedures, and best practices
• Ensure all personnel are educated on classified information handling, cybersecurity measures, physical security protocols, and other relevant topics
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to assess training needs and address any gaps in industrial security knowledge or compliance
• Maintain a pulse on changes in security regulations, policies, and threats to continuously improve educational materials
• Provide guidance and support to personnel regarding security awareness and compliance issues
• Plan and execute all aspects of the Annual Security Education and Awareness Month

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in instructional design, education, or a related field (or at least 5 years of proven experience)
• Experience with public speaking to a variety of small and large audiences
• Experience with eLearning authoring software
• Experience with Learning Management Systems
• Advanced experience with Microsoft Office Suite, specifically PowerPoint

Preferred Skills

• Regulatory compliance experience: Ability to read, understand, and apply government regulation, policies, and procedures from the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM), 32 CFR Part 117
• Computer skills: Familiarity with security management software, such as SIMS and government databases like DISS (Defense Information Security System)
• Industrial Security: Experience working in a classified environment and understanding government regulations

Benefits and Perks

• Paid vacation/sick days: 15 days
• 10 paid holidays (New Year’s, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas)
• Volunteer days: 1.5 days
• Maternity/Paternity Leave: 1 week
• Tuition & Training Reimbursement: Up to $5,000 annually
• 401(k) with Fidelity: Company match on employee contributions
• Cell Phone & Internet Reimbursement: Up to $150 monthly
• Buy Your Own Device (BYOD): Up to $1,500 every three years for the purchase of electronic equipment used to access corporate services