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Lead Instructor

TRM LabsUnited StatesGo-To-Market
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Salary
$155K - $175K USD
Job type
Full-time
Work mode
Remote
Posted
30 Sept 2026
Status
Open · checked 7d ago

About this role

Role Overview

The Lead Instructor position at TRM Labs involves owning the design and delivery of specialized training on cyber investigations, open-source intelligence, and threat intelligence for government and public-sector audiences. This remote role is ideal for an experienced technical educator who can translate intricate tradecraft into actionable, mission-ready skills for investigators.

Key Responsibilities

Program manage and conduct live and virtual training sessions on cyber, OSINT, and CTI tradecraft for a worldwide community of public and government learners.
Design and construct comprehensive curriculum, labs, practical exercises, and mixed media modules to support learner success.
Teach across both AI intelligence and blockchain intelligence platforms to help analysts connect open-source signals with on-chain tracking.
Develop train-the-trainer guides and reusable assets to help scale TRM Academy offerings.
Build and manage relationships with government and industry partners to expand the learner community.
Maintain up-to-date course materials that reflect the current threat landscape, including ransomware, nation-state actions, and exploits.
Maintain hands-on proficiency in cyber investigative methods, threat actor tracking, and intelligence reporting.
Travel frequently, between 50 to 75 percent of the time, for in-person delivery at agency and partner sites.

Requirements

Possess 3 to 5 or more years of experience leading trainings, instructing courses, or delivering technical instruction.
Demonstrate hands-on background in cyber investigations, OSINT, and/or cyber threat intelligence.
Bring experience working within or alongside the public sector or government in a cyber division or intelligence unit, or a proven history training those groups.
Show proven experience building course content, including curriculum, practical exercises, and testing assessments.
Remain comfortable training private-sector teams such as financial institutions and security teams.
Exhibit excellent oral and written communication skills alongside the ability to command a room.
Display required AI fluency by actively utilizing AI tools in day-to-day work for research, authoring, and analytical workflows.

Nice to Have

Law enforcement background, including federal, state, local, or tribal experience.
Familiarity with blockchain, digital assets, or cryptocurrency, covering on-chain investigations or money laundering typologies.
Relevant certifications such as GIAC credentials including GCTI or GOSI.

Skills and Tools

Cyber investigations and tradecraft
Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT)
Cyber Threat Intelligence (CTI)
Curriculum design and technical instruction
AI tools for workflow acceleration and content creation
Public sector and government stakeholder engagement

Salary and Benefits

Estimated base salary range of $155,000 to $175,000 in US base pay, determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
Potential eligibility to participate in the company equity plan.

About the Company

TRM Labs delivers AI-powered intelligence solutions designed to help public and private sector entities investigate and disrupt financial crime. Originating as a blockchain intelligence firm, the company now fuses on-chain data with cyber and open-source intelligence to provide comprehensive insights into threat networks. TRM Academy serves as a personalized learning platform allowing global learners to study financial crime detection and prevention at their own pace.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should apply directly through the official TRM Labs careers page to ensure the application reaches the appropriate hiring team.

Questions candidates ask

What is the primary focus of the Lead Instructor role?

The role focuses on designing and delivering training on cyber investigations, open-source intelligence, and threat intelligence primarily for government and public-sector audiences.

How much travel is required for this position?

The position requires frequent travel, estimated between 50% and 75% of the time, for in-person delivery at federal, state, local, and partner sites across the United States.

Is AI fluency required to apply?

Yes, TRM Labs is an AI-native company and expects instructors to already use AI tools in their daily workflows to accelerate research, draft content, and speed up analysis.

What is the salary range for this remote role?

The estimated US base salary range is between $155,000 and $175,000 per year, depending on individual skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

How should I submit my application?

Applications should be submitted directly through the official TRM Labs careers page to guarantee review by the talent team.

Ready to apply?

The application is on the official TRM Labs careers page.

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