Security Training Specialist

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in New Mexico.

📋 Description

• Assist in the creation, development, revision, and implementation of security training curricula, lesson plans, instructor guides, and associated materials.

• Schedule and coordinate training sessions across various locations and time zones.

• Maintain yearly training calendars while coordinating instructors, facilities, ranges, equipment, and logistics.

• Deliver both in-person and remote training sessions focusing on firearms proficiency, defensive tactics, verbal de-escalation, and report writing.

• Support the certification and recertification processes.

• Conduct practical exercises, scenario-based training, tabletop exercises, and performance evaluations.

• Keep centralized training documentation, licenses, certifications, schedules, and reports organized.

• Maintain precise records for over 110 security and weapons licenses, 26 state licenses, certifications, schedules, and reports.

• Develop and implement document templates, style guides, and version-control protocols.

• Ensure that training records are audit-ready and comply with client, regulatory, and quality-assurance standards.

• Arrange travel and monitor training expenditures and resource utilization within approved budgets.

• Evaluate training effectiveness through site audits and perform compliance audits.

• Act as a liaison between program management and site security teams.

• Identify training gaps and propose corrective actions.

• Provide on-site support during new site mobilizations, contract transitions, and regional training events.

⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of 10 years of experience in security operations, law enforcement, military, or related fields.

• Certified instructor in firearms, defensive tactics, and/or de-escalation, such as POST, NRA Law Enforcement, or PPCT.

• Experience in managing multi-site training programs and coordinating schedules across time zones.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Teams, SharePoint, Learning Management Systems (LMS), and training record management systems.

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

• Experience in preparing lesson plans, reports, SOPs, and training documentation.

• Strong organizational capabilities.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office and training management systems.

• Willingness to travel domestically up to 40% and work flexible hours as necessary.

• Possession of a valid driver’s license.

• Ability to pass background checks and drug screenings.

• Preferred: experience supporting enterprise-level corporate security programs.

• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in Homeland Security, Criminal Justice, or a related field.

• Preferred: familiarity with private security contracts, government, and military standards.

• Preferred: experience with LMS and online training platforms.

• Preferred: familiarity with state licensing requirements for armed security personnel across multiple jurisdictions.

• Ability to stand, sit, and move for extended periods.

• Capability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

🏝️ Benefits

• Health benefits.

• Dental.

• Vision.

• 401(k).

• Paid Holidays.

• Up to 7 weeks PTO.

• Personal Gym Reimbursement.