Job Description

Skills for Hire Atlantic Teaching Assistant - Cybersecurity

Skills for Hire Atlantic is seeking a

bilingual (french) Teaching Assistant

to support delivery of our upcoming 16-week

Cybersecurity

program. This digital skills and career-building initiative aims to prepare entry-level talent for roles in Atlantic Canada's growing tech sector.

As a Teaching Assistant, you will support participants in an

online

,

part-time capacity

, helping them progress through cybersecurity content and build confidence in technical skills.

We are looking for a candidate who is enthusiastic, supportive, and technically strong. Someone who is passionate about helping others succeed.

Teaching Assistant Duties and Responsibilities

Host 1-2 online live sessions (1-2 hours in length) per week on content and/or activities related to the weekly content according to the course schedule. Support 50-60 participants by engaging with, and answering their questions in a timely manner. This will occur during days and times when your participants require support, outside of your regular weekly live sessions (2-3 hours a week). Schedule and share valuable tips, resources, upcoming events, and networking opportunities on the Program Learning Management System (2-4 posts/week). Provide students with additional resources and/or activities related to the weekly content according to the course schedule, if requested. Lead in the development, maintenance and scoring of 2 hands-on assignments (i.e. projects, case studies, etc.) and provide feedback on projects after completion.

Teaching Assistant Requirements and Quali?cations

Technical Qualifications:

Degree or pursuing a degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field, or demonstrated work experience and deep understanding of the cybersecurity specialization. Bilingualism (French/English) required. Knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks, best practices, and key terms. A strong foundational understanding of the following technical areas is required to effectively support learners: Familiarity with networking protocols (IP, TCP, HTTP), the OSI model, and IP addressing. Understanding of IT security principles, including threats, vulnerabilities, and exploits, as well as network monitoring, remote access risks, and physical security needs. Competence in Python fundamentals including data types, loops, functions, and file handling. Experience with using Python for tasks like log file analysis, malware detection and automation, and integration with third-party APIs for cybersecurity workflows. Understanding of cryptographic concepts and algorithms including hashing, symmetric and asymmetric encryption. Ability to apply encryption techniques programmatically using Python in real-world Knowledge of foundational cybersecurity topics including risk management, business continuity and disaster recovery, incident response, access control mechanisms, and security operations aligned with ISC2 Certified in Cybersecurity domains Awareness of security challenges in cloud environments and generative AI applications. Understanding of best practices to mitigate risks related to data privacy, offensive/defensive AI tools, and integration into security operations

Other Required Skills:

Experience facilitating meetings (screen sharing, etc.) via Zoom, LMS, and/or Google Meet. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing. Experience working with online self-directed learning is an asset. Experience using the Pluralsight platform is an asset.

Time Commitment & Availability

Live teaching sessions for the Cybersecurity participants will take place for 1-2 hours in the evenings each week. Participant support will be provided during times when they may need it most, outside of regularly scheduled live teaching sessions. This support may be offered during the day, in the evening, or on weekends. Office hours can be arranged as needed to ensure participants receive timely assistance. The estimated time commitment is approximately 6 hours per week.

Remuneration

The position will be compensated at a rate of $55/hour for 19 weeks (July 21st - November 30th, 2025). Total remuneration for this work is $6,270 CAD.

Please note that there is a possibility for this position to be renewed for a successive term should the successful candidate be the right fit.

How to Apply

To be considered for this position, please submit the following materials by

July 9th, 2025

:

A brief cover letter outlining your interest in the role and relevant experience. An up-to-date resume or CV highlighting your technical and teaching background. (Optional) A short video (1-2 minutes) introducing yourself and sharing why you're interested in supporting learners in the field of cybersecurity.

Submission Instructions:

Email your application materials as a single PDF or in a zipped folder to:

Use the subject line: Application - SFHA Cybersecurity Teaching Assistant [Your Full Name]

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for a brief virtual interview. We appreciate all applications, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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Skills for Hire Atlantic - Assistant(e) d'enseignement - Cybersecurite

Skills for Hire Atlantic est a la recherche

d'un(e) assistant(e) d'enseignement bilingue (francais-anglais)

pour soutenir la prestation de son programme en ligne de

cybersecurite

d'une duree de 16 semaines. Cette initiative vise a doter les talents debutants des competences numeriques et professionnelles necessaires pour acceder au secteur technologique en pleine croissance dans les provinces de l'Atlantique.

En tant qu'assistant(e) d'enseignement, vous accompagnerez les participants dans

un role en ligne et a temps partiel

, en les aidant a progresser dans le contenu du programme de cybersecurite et a renforcer leur confiance en leurs competences techniques.

Nous recherchons une personne enthousiaste, bienveillante, possedant une solide expertise technique, et passionnee par l'accompagnement des apprenants vers la reussite.

Responsabilites de l'assistant(e) d'enseignement

Animer 1 a 2 sessions en direct en ligne par semaine (1 a 2 heures) en lien avec le contenu hebdomadaire du cours. Accompagner 50 a 60 participants en repondant a leurs questions de maniere rapide et pertinente, en dehors des sessions en direct planifiees (2 a 3 heures par semaine). Partager regulierement des conseils, ressources, evenements et occasions de reseautage sur la plateforme d'apprentissage du programme (2 a 4 publications par semaine). Fournir, si demande, des ressources ou activites complementaires en lien avec le contenu hebdomadaire. Participer a la conception, gestion et correction de deux travaux pratiques (projets, etudes de cas, etc.) et fournir une retroaction constructive.

Exigences et qualificationsQualifications techniques

Diplome ou etudes en cours dans un domaine lie a la cybersecurite, a l'informatique, aux technologies de l'information, ou experience professionnelle equivalente demontrant une maitrise du domaine. Maitrise du francais et de l'anglais (bilinguisme requis). Connaissance des cadres de reference en cybersecurite, des bonnes pratiques et de la terminologie cle. Connaissance approfondie dans les domaines suivants : Fondamentaux des reseaux et de la cybersecurite : Protocoles reseau (IP, TCP, HTTP), modele OSI, adressage IP, concepts de securite informatique, surveillance des reseaux, acces a distance, securite physique. Programmation Python appliquee a la securite : Structures de base (types de donnees, boucles, fonctions), gestion de fichiers, analyse de journaux, detection de logiciels malveillants, automatisation, integration d'APIs tierces. Chiffrement et cryptographie : Algorithmes de hachage, chiffrement symetrique et asymetrique, mise en oeuvre via Python. Principes de cybersecurite (certification ISC2 CC) : Gestion des risques, continuite des operations, reponse aux incidents, controles d'acces, operations de securite. Securite du cloud et de l'IA : Risques lies aux environnements infonuagiques, enjeux de confidentialite des donnees, integration des outils d'IA dans les operations de securite.
Autres competences requises

Experience avec des plateformes de reunion virtuelle (Zoom, Google Meet, plateformes LMS). Excellente capacite de communication orale et ecrite. Experience avec l'apprentissage en ligne autonome (un atout). Connaissance de la plateforme Pluralsight (un atout).

Disponibilite et engagement de temps

Les sessions en direct auront lieu en soiree (1 a 2 heures par semaine). Le soutien aux participants sera offert aux moments ou ils en auront le plus besoin, y compris pendant la journee, le soir ou les fins de semaine. Des heures de bureau peuvent etre organisees au besoin pour offrir un accompagnement personnalise. Temps estime : environ 6 heures par semaine.

Remuneration

Taux horaire : 55 $/heure Duree : 19 semaines (du 21 juillet au 30 novembre 2025) Remuneration totale : 6 270 $ CAD
Possibilite de renouvellement pour un autre mandat.

Comment postuler

Veuillez soumettre les documents suivants au plus tard le

9 juillet 2025

:

Une lettre de motivation resumant votre interet pour le poste et vos experiences pertinentes. Un CV a jour mettant en valeur votre expertise technique et votre experience en enseignement ou accompagnement. (Optionnel) Une courte video (1 a 2 minutes) pour vous presenter et expliquer pourquoi vous souhaitez soutenir les apprenants en cybersecurite.

Instructions d'envoi :

Envoyez vos documents dans un seul fichier PDF ou un dossier compresse (.zip) a l'adresse suivante : Objet du courriel : Application - SFHA Cybersecurity Teaching Assistant[Votre nom complet]
Seuls les candidats selectionnes pour une entrevue virtuelle seront contactes. Merci pour votre interet!

Job Type: Fixed term contract
Contract length: 19 weeks

Pay: $55.00 per hour

Expected hours: 6 per week

Schedule:

Evening shift Monday to Friday Weekends as needed
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Halifax, NS B3J 1S9

Application deadline: 2025-07-09
Expected start date: 2025-07-21