Instructional Systems Designer

Leyden Solutions, Inc.

. Support the client’s Training Division by adapting curriculum to the changing security environment .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeMaryland • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $95,000 - $110,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Instructional Systems Design, utilizing the ADDIE model to develop and maintain effective training programs. Proficient in conducting Training Needs Analysis and collaborating with security agencies to ensure compliance with DoD Security Policy.

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Instructional Systems DesignADDIE Model ApplicationTraining Needs AnalysisOnline Course DevelopmentTS/SCI Security Clearance

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Hard Skills

Curriculum AdaptationContent DevelopmentCourse Design DocumentationAssessment Strategy DevelopmentBeta TestingMedia SelectionStoryboardingInstructional Material CreationTechnical Specification DevelopmentCollaborative Learning Environment

Soft Skills

Client Partnership BuildingCommunicationAnalytical ThinkingProblem SolvingCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

Sakai

Industry Keywords

DoD Security PolicySecurity Training ProgramsCDSEDCSASecurity Competencies

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

TypeScript

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the client’s Training Division by adapting curriculum to the changing security environment
Analyze, design, develop, and maintain instructional content for web-based and instructor-led courses and related training products
Apply the ADDIE model and provide technical expertise in instructional systems design
Conduct comprehensive Training Needs Analysis with client personnel
Identify security competencies, training requirements, goals, learning objectives, topics, instructional strategies, media selection, and training recommendations
Support new development through front-end analysis, training design plans, storyboards, assessments, and beta tests
Maintain existing products by identifying and documenting changes based on policy, events, or Department of Defense Security Skill Standards
Ensure client-programmer changes are accurately applied
Develop detailed course design documents, including content outlines, media treatments, technical specifications, assessment strategies, instructional materials, and recommended design approaches
Develop and update course storyboards covering audio, text flow, and graphic design
Conduct and participate in beta tests and evaluate instructional accuracy and effectiveness
Develop and update course assessments
Evaluate products for instructional effectiveness
Nurture, build, and sustain strategic client partnerships

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master’s degree in Instructional Systems Design or Adult Education from an accredited university
Alternatively, a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university and at least five years of experience designing and developing online, instructor-led, or instructor-facilitated distance-delivered courses
Experience developing and updating online instructor-led or instructor-facilitated distance-delivered courses in a Collaborative Learning Environment, currently Sakai, relevant to security topics
Experience in Instructional Systems Design and developing online, instructor-led, or instructor-facilitated courses related to DoD Security Policy
Experience supporting CDSE, DCSA, or other security agencies in executing security-related training programs
Current TS/SCI Security clearance
U.S. Citizenship
Preferred: eight years of experience in Instructional Systems Design and developing online, instructor-led, or instructor-facilitated courses
Preferred: two years of experience supporting CDSE, DCSA, or other security agencies in executing security-related training programs

Benefits

Comp & perks

401(k) with employer match on the first 5% of salary
Pretax and Roth 401(k) available
Retirement planner
Dental insurance
Health insurance; 50% employer paid
Vision insurance
100% employer-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance
100% employer-paid life insurance
Paid time off; 15 days plus 11 federal holidays
26 days annual PTO and holidays
Education assistance
Competitive health and retirement plans
Flexible work from home options
Performance and longevity bonuses
Standard referral bonuses
Programs supporting employees, families, and communities