Listing Description
The Job:
2U is seeking a Cybersecurity professional who has a passion for making a difference! Our students have a diverse background, from working professionals to recent college graduates who seek to transition into careers in Cybersecurity. Teaching Assistants will have a direct hand in changing the lives of our students.
This is a fully remote, part-time position.
Why teach with us?
Teaching Assistants help instructors to lead classroom discussions, emphasize the meta-skills and core concepts, support students in their projects and challenges, and provide feedback to students. You don't have to have a ton of experience with teaching! You just have to be a lifelong learner, proven teacher or mentor, or love to help people change their lives to succeed.
What You Will Do:
- Create an engaging, positive, and inclusive learning environment for our students
- Explain complex topics to individuals with both a technical and non-technical background
- Ensure you are bringing the learning experience to life, building community and enhancing relevance through drawing on your own industry experience
- Infuse empathy, support, encouragement, and fun into the students' learning progression
- Assist the Instructor with class time management
- Observe the class during code activities and projects to assist students (via Zoom)
- Research and answer student questions
- Grade homework and group project assignments when applicable
Skills & Requirements:
- At least 6 months of experience of cybersecurity experience (or equivalent)
- Bachelor's Degree preferred, but not required
- Must have a laptop, camera, and reliable internet access
- One additional monitor, microphone / headset are highly recommended
- Please note that Linux-based computers and Apple MacBooks featuring the Apple Silicon M1 or M2 chip are NOT PERMITTED.
Familiarity with the following:
- Security Fundamentals - CIA Triad, Governance, Risk Analysis and Risk Mitigation, Compliance, Business Continuity Planning
- Systems Administration - Linux Server Configuration, Bash Scripting and Programming, Windows Server Configurations
- Networks and Network Security - Network Architecture, Operations, Security, Wireshark and Traffic Analysis, Email Security, Wireless Security, Cryptography, Encryption, Cloud Security and Virtualization
- Defensive Security - Monitoring and Logging, Incident Response, Forensics, Data Extraction and Recovery
- Offensive Security - Burp Suite, SQL Injection, Penetration Testing Execution Standard, Searchsploit and Metasploit, Pivoting Networks
Logistics:
- 24-week program (this is a part-time commitment)
- M/T/TH OR M/W/TH schedule
- Classes: 5:45 - 10pm (includes office hours and break)
- Classes are taught live online
Perks:
- Maintain your current career while teaching
- Paid Sick and Safe Leave
- Access to Wellness and Educational Resources
- 20% Discount on 2U Short Courses
- Hone your skills by teaching and mentoring others
- Expand your network by joining the thousands of industry professionals who make up our instructional staff
- Experience the gratitude and fulfillment that comes along with teaching and giving back to the tech community
Listing Details
- Citizenship: Not Provided
- Incentives: Not Provided
- Education: Not Provided
- Travel: Not Provided
- Telework: Not Provided