Instructional Designer, Ohio Cyber Range Institute, School of Information Technology, CECH

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About the School of Information Technology

The School of Information Technology (SoIT) is a national leader in studying solutions and needs that connect people, information, and the technology of the time. The SoIT is home to Ohio's first Master of Science, and Doctor of Philosophy degrees in Information Technology. In addition, it is home to Ohio's first ABET accredited Bachelor of Science in Information Technology and a Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity. The SoIT serves more than 1,300 students with 33 full-time faculty members, 38 full-time staff, and 34 adjunct faculty. The SoIT is home to several centers including an NSA/DHS Center for Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense, the Information Technology Solutions Center, the Ohio Cyber Range Institute, Applied Machine Learning and Intelligence Center, and the Civic Technology Lab.

The SoIT is an interdisciplinary, team-oriented, mission-driven, dynamic, and entrepreneurial environment. It empowers individuals to become passionate, solution-minded Information Technology professionals by fostering continuous innovation, research, leadership development, interdisciplinary problem solving, and real-world experience. More information about the SoIT can be found at http://cech.uc.edu/it.

About the Ohio Cyber Range Institute

The Ohio Cyber Range Institute (OCRI), housed at the University of Cincinnati, is a partnership among state agencies and academic institutions led by UC, the Ohio Adjutant General and the Ohio Department of Higher Education. OCRI’s mission is to advance cybersecurity education, workforce, and economic development. OCRI administers the Ohio Cyber Range as a state-wide tool that supports programming for K-20 courses and events; full-spectrum training opportunities, including incident response teams; industry workforce and economic development; cyber security research; as well as government agency support among other programs.

This position will focus on supporting Ohio Local Government Cyber Readiness through the Ohio Persistent Cyber Improvement for Local Government project (O-PCI). This OCRI-led project, itself, is currently funded in part by the state of Ohio through a Department of Homeland Security Cyber and Infrastructure Security Agency State and Local Cyber Improvement Grant. O-PCI is a cyber training and exercise program and curriculum delivered across the state of Ohio for local government entities to improve their cyber defenses and resiliency.

Job Overview

The Ohio Cyber Range Institute is seeking a dynamic and experienced Instructional Designer to focus on the design, development, and delivery of interactive cybersecurity training experiences, with a strong emphasis on motion graphics, multimedia content, and immersive learning environments. The role integrates instructional design best practices with advanced production using Adobe Creative Cloud, Articulate (Storyline 360, Rise 360), and H5P, while supporting course deployment and maintenance across Learning Management Systems (LMS).

The position also contributes to the development and execution of OCRI educational programming, including course operations, learner engagement, and continuous improvement of training aligned with the project’s statement of work.

This is a grant-funded position; the continuation of this position will be based on the availability of funds and the continuation of the grant.

This position is 100% on-site but may offer flexibility for a hybrid work option once training is complete. Hybrid work arrangements are subject to change in accordance with the School of Information Technology telework policy and university policies.

Please note that this position is not eligible for H-1B or permanent residency sponsorship.

Essential Functions

• Assisting in the creation of animated cybersecurity scenarios (e.g., phishing or ransomware awareness).
• Developing simple animated diagrams or visual explainers for technical concepts.
• Editing video content and adding motion elements such as titles, transitions, and callouts.
• Supporting interactive animations within Articulate Storyline modules.
• Creating basic animated microlearning content and visual aids.
• Advanced motion graphics expertise is not required at hire but a willingness to learn and develop these skills is essential.

Instructional Design & Multimedia Development

• Assist in the design and development of interactive eLearning modules using Articulate Storyline 360, Rise 360, and H5P.
• Apply foundational instructional design principles to support development of learner-centered content.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts (SMEs) to translate cybersecurity concepts into accessible learning materials.
• Familiarity with generative AI for content creation

Motion Graphics & Animation Development

• Support the creation of motion graphics, animations, and video content using Adobe Creative Cloud (After Effects, Premiere Pro, Illustrator, Photoshop).
• Contribute to multimedia assets that enhance learner engagement and understanding.

Learning Management System (LMS) Support

• Assist with course deployment and updates in LMS platforms (Canvas, D2L/Brightspace, Blackboard, or similar).
• Perform basic LMS administrative tasks, including:
  • Uploading course materials and SCORM packages
  • Assisting with course setup and organization
  • Supporting enrollment and access issues
  • Troubleshooting basic content delivery problems
• Learn and apply best practices for LMS-based course delivery and accessibility.

Collaboration & Professional Development

• Work closely with project team members, faculty, and staff to support course delivery and program goals.
• Participate in training and professional development opportunities related to instructional design, multimedia tools, and cybersecurity education.
• Stay current with emerging tools and practices in eLearning and multimedia development.

Required Education

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Six (6) years of relevant work experience and/or other specialized training can be used in lieu of education requirement.

Required Experience

Two (2) years of experience in course building or course design.

Application Process

Review of the applications will start as soon as possible until the position is filled. Applicants must submit:

• Cover Letter
• CV/Resume
• At least three references

To assist the reviewers with the application review, it is recommended that applicants submit one PDF document that starts with the cover letter followed by the resume and ends with a list of references. This document can be submitted in the section reserved for resume.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.

Compensation and Benefits

UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. (UC Benefits) Eligibility may vary by position and FTE status. Highlights include:

Salary/Hourly Pay Rate Information: $57,700 - $64,900

Comprehensive Tuition Remission

UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.

Robust Retirement Plans

As a UC employee, you won’t contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you’ll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14–18% of your salary based on position.

Real Work-Life Balance

UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including:

Vacation and sick time

11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days)

6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents

Additional Benefits Include:

• Competitive salary range of $57,700 - $64,900 commensurate with experience and qualifications
• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription)
• Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs
• Professional development & mentorship opportunities

To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our Careers Page.

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