HYBRID MODEL: Requires 6 Mandatory On-Site Weeks in Azerbaijan (Travel and Accommodation Covered)

About Ironhack

Ironhack was founded to disrupt the way tech education works! It seems odd that we’ve been learning the same way since the Industrial Revolution. We empower students to create a new path—one that leads to meaningful careers in tech in a fraction of the time and cost of traditional education.

Our higher purpose is to transform the education space to be unapologetically outcomes-driven. We work tirelessly every day to ensure this path is as quick, immersive, and accessible as possible.

About the Role

We are currently seeking a highly motivated Part-time Freelance Lead Instructor who is passionate about Cybersecurity to lead our new and intensive program: the Cybersecurity Track, launched in collaboration with the Government of Azerbaijan.

This intensive 20-week bootcamp follows a HYBRID model, designed to transform university students into industry-ready Blue Team analysts with strong Red Team literacy. If you are ready for an international challenge that combines remote instruction with three mandatory two-week on-site stays (6 weeks total) in Azerbaijan, this role is for you!

Responsibilities

As the Lead Instructor, you will be the pillar of the academic experience:

• Deliver the Curriculum: Lead the approximately 450 synchronous hours of instruction, delivered entirely in English, covering:
  • SOC & SIEM Operations (Splunk and/or Wazuh configuration and analysis).
  • Incident Response and DFIR.
  • Red Team Literacy (pen testing web/mobile, Active Directory attacks).
  • GRC & Threat Intel (NIST/ISO risk assessments, MITRE ATT&CK alignment).
  • Modern Security (Securing AWS/Azure, AI & SOAR automation).
    
• On-Site Commitment: Participate in the three mandatory 2-week on-site sessions in Azerbaijan (at the start, mid-point, and end of the course), totaling 6 weeks on-site.
  
• Class Management: Oversee the entire academic experience, ensuring the success of a small class (max. 25 students).
  

Requirements

• Technical Experience: demonstrated professional experience in Cybersecurity (Blue Team, Red Team, GRC, DFIR, Cloud Security, or related roles).
• Teaching Skills: Proven experience in teaching, mentoring, or training professionals, with a genuine passion for education.
• Language Proficiency: Must be fluent in English (spoken and written) as all instruction is delivered in English.
• Travel Availability: Willingness and ability to travel to and reside in Azerbaijan for the three mandatory 2-week blocks (6 weeks total).
• Leadership: Ability to manage classroom dynamics, motivate students, and lead an intensive learning environment.
• Proactivity: Excellent communication skills, organizational abilities, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
  

Position Details & Logistics

• Format & Duration: 20 weeks (~450 synchronous hours) + asynchronous pre-work.
• Schedule: Part-time (specific weekly schedule to be confirmed).
• Delivery: HYBRID model. Instruction is primarily remote, with 6 mandatory on-site weeks (3 blocks of 2 weeks) in Azerbaijan.
• Travel Expenses: All travel, accommodation, and subsistence expenses for the 6 weeks in Azerbaijan are fully covered.
• Start Date: Scheduled for February 2026.

Department

B2B

Locations

Europe

Remote status

Hybrid

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