Training Specialist - Instructional Designer job at Apex Systems in US National

Role: Training Specialist / Instructional Designer Supporting: Large Financial Services Client Location: Remote (U.S.) Assignment Type: Contract Only Duration: ~6 months Role Overview: This is a high-impact opportunity to design and deliver training that directly influences employee behavior and organizational risk outcomes. You’ll bridge cybersecurity awareness, behavior change, and learning design, owning programs from audit through execution and measurement. If you’re passionate about creating meaningful learning experiences and want to see measurable results from your work, this is a great role to make an immediate impact in a fully remote environment. Apply Today! Key Responsibilities: Evaluate existing training content and align it to business priorities Audit vendor-provided materials and map to internal standards Identify gaps and enhance programs to drive targeted behavior change Design and build training modules and structured learning content Develop rollout plans across multiple phases and stakeholders Conduct baseline testing and support program launch execution Coordinate communications, assignments, and training logistics Measure training effectiveness through surveys, analysis, and reporting Track trends and continuously improve training outcomes Qualifications: 1–10 years of experience in instructional design, learning & development, or related field Experience supporting cybersecurity awareness, human risk, or behavior-based training programs Strong background in learning design and behavior change strategies Ability to align training initiatives to business goals and risk outcomes Experience evaluating content and measuring training effectiveness Strong communication, organization, and program execution skills Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future sponsorship Compensation and Benefits: The pay rate for this position is between $50.00 and $64.00 per hour. Please note that the final rate may be contingent on experience and other factors. This employer is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.