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The Role
Lead and manage training and qualification programs for 24x7 watchstanders and system engineers supporting Navy missions. Develop training materials, tests, SOPs, and evaluations; recruit and train staff; audit systems, assess vulnerabilities, coordinate with site leads and government stakeholders, and produce program deliverables while ensuring compliance with ITIL and project requirements.
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Training Lead – Top Secret/SCI | Virginia Beach, VA
Cambridge International Systems, Inc.
Join a dynamic global team united by shared values: commitment, integrity, and perseverance. At Cambridge, you’ll work alongside top talent worldwide, tackling some of today’s most complex and critical challenges in defense and security.
We are currently seeking a Training Lead to support operations in Virginia Beach, VA. This is a full-time, CONUS position requiring an active DoD Top Secret/SCI.
The base salary range for this role is $90,000 to $100,000 annually, depending on geographic location and experience. The final offer will be based on relevant experience, skills, internal equity, and market data.
What You’ll Do
As a Job Title, you will play a critical role in Training Lead, that serve U.S. government missions. This role falls under Training Manager within our compensation framework. This position reports to Matthew Peters. You will:
Required Qualifications:
Must be proficient in using different technologies such as computers and other tools and systems pertinent to the position.
Background & Security
We believe in investing in our team—both professionally and personally:
Join Us
If you're driven by mission, technology, and teamwork—we want to hear from you. Cambridge is growing, and this position is just one of many opportunities on our global team. Know someone perfect for the role? Referrals are welcome—both employees and non-employees may qualify for a bonus.
Apply today and help shape the future of secure cloud computing for national security.
About Cambridge International Systems
At Cambridge, we recognize innovation and agility grow through teamwork. By working collaboratively, listening proactively, and engaging across functions we create solutions that build on the best ideas our employees bring to the table. We are committed to one another, to persevere in order to get the job done, and to do so with integrity every time. Learn more at www.cbridgeinc.com.
We are an equal opportunity employer. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to any protected status under applicable law or other similar factors that are not job-related. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply for employment. Selected applicants may be subject to a background investigation and/or education verification.
We provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with federal, state, and local law. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process or to perform the essential functions of the position, please contact our Recruiting Team at [email protected].
Cambridge International Systems, Inc.
Join a dynamic global team united by shared values: commitment, integrity, and perseverance. At Cambridge, you’ll work alongside top talent worldwide, tackling some of today’s most complex and critical challenges in defense and security.
We are currently seeking a Training Lead to support operations in Virginia Beach, VA. This is a full-time, CONUS position requiring an active DoD Top Secret/SCI.
The base salary range for this role is $90,000 to $100,000 annually, depending on geographic location and experience. The final offer will be based on relevant experience, skills, internal equity, and market data.
What You’ll Do
As a Job Title, you will play a critical role in Training Lead, that serve U.S. government missions. This role falls under Training Manager within our compensation framework. This position reports to Matthew Peters. You will:
- Manages the activities related to various training and educational programs for an organization.
- Studies and identifies individual or group training needs, and administers plans, procedures, and programs to meet training needs.
- Develops a variety of training aids and materials.
- Keeps informed of new training methods.
- Determines appropriateness of contracting with outside vendors to accomplish organization's training goals and objectives.
- Analyzes training program effectiveness and submits reports and recommendations to management.
- Prepares and approves budgets and travel plans.
- Recruits, hires, trains staff, evaluates employee performance, and recommends or initiates promotions, transfers, and disciplinary action.
- Monitors surveillance systems, alarms, and video equipment in the global security operations center (GSOC).
- Manages the activities related to various training and educational programs for an organization.
- Studies and identifies individual or group training needs, and administers plans, procedures, and programs to meet training needs.
- Develops a variety of training aids and materials.
Required Qualifications:
Must be proficient in using different technologies such as computers and other tools and systems pertinent to the position.
- Education & Experience:
- BS degree and 5 years of experience; years of experience may be substituted in lieu of degree
- Develops solutions to routine technical problems of limited scope following detailed instructions.
- Technical Expertise:
- Must be proficient in using different technologies such as computers and other tools and systems pertinent to the position.
- Ability to establish confidence and credibility with managers and senior level Navy leaders and the ability to foster open communications within teams.
- Ability to demonstrate strong problem solving and analytical skills.
- Proactively manages projects with no supervision, resolving action items, issues and risks.
- Manages the client’s Assessment, Qualification and Training program.
- Designs and delivers programs to train all levels of personnel.
- Develops tests and visual aids, conducts training classes, and develops criteria for evaluating effectiveness of training activities.
- Develops in-house programs and practices to identify developmental needs, including preparing personnel for more responsible positions and increasing effectiveness in present assignments.
- Coordinates with and assists the client’s site leads in the day-to-day execution of their Training and Qualification program.
- Aids in the preparation of required site assessment documentation.
- Participates as member of an assessment team to fully and accurately evaluate client system requirements.
- Utilizes various information system inspection tools to audit systems, analyze potential vulnerabilities, and identify mitigation approaches.
- Reviews program and site documentation and provides recommendations to client leadership.
- Develops, implements, and manages positional qualification standards for the client’s 24x7 watch standers and system engineers.
- Creates and submits deliverables accurately and on time.
- Conducts routine project status meetings with Government Project Managers and Cambridge's project team.
- Works with cross-functional teams to ensure project deliverables (SOPs, design documents, systems assessments) are satisfactory, clear, and concise, prior to submitting to the Government.
- Facilitates or participates in the creation of document deliverables, such as Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Analyses of Alternatives, Project Status Reports, Project and System Design Reviews, etc.
- Works closely with Navy and Cambridge Management to continually improve enterprise processes and promote compliance with industry best practices such as Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL).
- Works closely with Cambridge's Program/Project Manager to identify project challenges and risks while offering alternatives to achieve success.
- Ensures project deadlines are kept and ensure tasks remain within project scope.
- Reports on Project Performance to Government and Contractor Program Managers.
- Manages Stakeholders Expectations through routine communication and status meetings.
- Proficient in MS Office, MS Project, and Visio.
- Clearance:
- Must have a current and active DoD Top Secret/ SCI security clearance.
- Up to 30% travel; overnight stays likely.
- Periods of prolonged sitting and/or standing, including desk-based computer work.
- Travel between work locations, including company offices, customer sites, and government installations.
- Occasional extended work hours, including evenings or weekends, as needed.
- Work is performed in a secure facility where personal electronic devices (including Bluetooth- or Wi-Fi-enabled devices) may be restricted.
- Work may be performed in industrial or potentially hazardous environments, including around heavy machinery and moving equipment.
- Communication with team members, customers, and stakeholders through verbal and written methods.
- Ability to manage competing priorities, work under deadlines, and maintain attention to detail.
- Interaction with others in dynamic environments, including situations requiring problem-solving and conflict resolution.
- Compliance with applicable medical or travel requirements for certain assignments, including domestic or international travel, as required by governing authorities.
- Compliance with vaccination and medical requirements for TDY/OCONUS roles as per Vaccine Recommendations by AOR | Health.mil.
Background & Security
- Employment is contingent upon successful background investigation
- Alcohol and Drug screening may be required for federal contract compliance
We believe in investing in our team—both professionally and personally:
- Medical, dental, vision, life, accident, and critical illness insurance
- 401(k) immediate vesting and match
- Paid time off and company holidays
- Generous tuition & training support
- Relocation assistance
- Sign-on and performance-based bonuses
- Employee referral program
- Access to Tickets at Work, EAP, wellness initiatives, and more
Join Us
If you're driven by mission, technology, and teamwork—we want to hear from you. Cambridge is growing, and this position is just one of many opportunities on our global team. Know someone perfect for the role? Referrals are welcome—both employees and non-employees may qualify for a bonus.
Apply today and help shape the future of secure cloud computing for national security.
About Cambridge International Systems
At Cambridge, we recognize innovation and agility grow through teamwork. By working collaboratively, listening proactively, and engaging across functions we create solutions that build on the best ideas our employees bring to the table. We are committed to one another, to persevere in order to get the job done, and to do so with integrity every time. Learn more at www.cbridgeinc.com.
We are an equal opportunity employer. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to any protected status under applicable law or other similar factors that are not job-related. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply for employment. Selected applicants may be subject to a background investigation and/or education verification.
We provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with federal, state, and local law. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process or to perform the essential functions of the position, please contact our Recruiting Team at [email protected].
Skills Required
- Active DoD Top Secret/SCI security clearance
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience (BS degree and 5 years; experience may substitute for degree)
- Minimum 5 years relevant experience
- Proficient in MS Office, MS Project, and Visio
- Experience managing Assessment, Qualification, and Training programs and developing training materials/tests
- Experience with surveillance systems, alarms, and video equipment in a GSOC or similar environment
- Experience using information system inspection tools and identifying mitigation approaches
- Ability to recruit, hire, train staff and evaluate employee performance
- Proven project management skills; ability to produce SOPs, status reports, and coordinate with government program managers
- Ability to travel up to 30% including overnight stays
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The Company
What We Do
At Cambridge International Systems, Inc. we design and deliver innovative and adaptive solutions to address capacity-building needs and enable success. For more than 25 years, Cambridge has been fighting bad actors in both the cyber and physical worlds. We have worked in some of the most challenging domains imaginable including critical infrastructure, illicit trafficking, border security, flight mission assurance, banking and threat finance, and medical and health security. We use holistic discovery and rigorous systemic solutioning to deliver intelligent, strategically crafted aviation, operations, security, and technology solutions globally.
