Instructor - Experienced Level (Maryland) Job in Fort Meade, MD

Vacancy No. 1262799 Department National Security Agency/Central Security Service
Salary $121,785.00 to $187,093.00 Grade 13 to 14
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 9/28/2026 Close Date 10/5/2026
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Status Candidates
Locations:
Fort Meade, MD


Instructor - Experienced Level (Maryland)

Department of Defense
National Security Agency/Central Security Service

Summary

A highly-skilled work force like NSA continually needs professional Educators and Training Experts to advance our employees career development.

Duties

Prepare employees to accomplish mission requirements by transferring subject matter expertise of the SIGINT reporting curriculum through virtual, in-person, and hybrid solutions leveraging principles of adult learning. Make recommendations for modifying course content or delivery, and produce supplemental materials, as needed. Evaluate learners and provide feedback on learning performance.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

  • All applicants and employees are subject to random drug testing in accordance with Executive Order 12564.

Qualifications

The qualifications listed are the minimum acceptable to be considered for the position.

Entry is with a high school diploma or GED plus 10 years of relevant experience, or an Associate's degree plus 8 years of relevant experience, or military training plus 8 years of relevant experience, or a Bachelor's degree plus 6 years of relevant experience, or a Master's degree plus 4 years of relevant experience, or a Doctoral degree plus 2 years of relevant experience.

Education

Degree must be in Education, Curriculum Development, or a related field, or in the relevant subject matter (for example, Mathematics for a Mathematics instructor). Military training must be at least 18 semester hours of training related to instruction.

Relevant experience must include one or more of the following: training, education, development instruction, or any related learning activity. Experience must also include conducting instruction.

Additional information

Pay: Salary offers are based on candidates' education level and years of experience relevant to the position and also take into account information provided by the hiring manager/organization regarding the work level for the position.

Salary Range: $121,785 - $187,093 (Senior Level) Salary range varies by location, work level, and relevant experience to the position.

Training will be provided based on the selectee's needs and experience.

Benefits: NSA offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Work Schedule: This is a full-time position, Monday - Friday, with basic 8hr/day work requirement between 6:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. (flexible).

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

- Evaluate and provide feedback on test results.
- Design, develop, document, and maintain training courses, interventions, or employee development programs.
- Develop training and/or development curricula (for example, content, learning objectives).
- Implement training technologies (for example, e-learning, learning management systems, and virtual learning platforms)
. - Produce virtual or in-person training materials (for example, handouts, presentation slides, course materials).
- Deliver formal training
. - Evaluate training and/or development programs (for example, courses, methods, materials, content, assessments).
- Facilitate activities associated with implementation of learning events, interventions, and employee development programs (for example, schedule activities, coordinate or provide feedback to participants)
. - Produce assessment materials (for example, handouts or slides) for online, virtual, or in-person assessments.

Required Documents

The National Security Agency (NSA) is part of the DoD Intelligence Community Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS). All positions in the NSA are in the Excepted Services under 10 United States Codes (USC) 1601 appointment authority. DoD Components with DCIPS positions apply Veterans' Preference to eligible candidates as defined by Section 2108 of Title 5 USC, in accordance with the procedures provided in DoD Instruction 1400.25, Volume 2005, DCIPS Employment and Placement. If you are a veteran claiming veterans' preference, as defined by Section 2108 of Title 5 U.S.C., you may be asked to submit documents verifying your eligibility.

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

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