Careers at CIAT

A Rewarding Career is waiting for you at CIAT!

At CIAT, we strive to give not only our students but our employees the tools to succeed and build their careers. That’s why we offer comprehensive benefits packages, competitive salaries, and the flexibility and support for our faculty and staff to thrive.

Our employees at CIAT are passionate about making a difference in the lives of their students. CIAT cultivates passion, innovation, an eagerness to learn, and a community-oriented mindset where we encourage our employees to find and follow their purpose. We are a team, and together with respect, support and inspiration, we support you through all stages of your life and career. 

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CIAT Job Opportunities

Explore CIAT’s current job openings and apply online!

CIAT proudly announces its exceptional recognition as a leading workplace in San Diego for the second consecutive year! This recognition is featured by the San Diego Tribune in its annual workplace survey.

Our Mission & Values

California Institute of Arts & Technology is committed to personalized training through comprehensive, innovative, and high-quality vocational programs that prepare students for a rewarding profession in growing career fields.

  • We are passionate about education and student success.
  • We value integrity and excellence in our employees and students.
  • We treat ourselves and our students with dignity and respect.
  • We believe in and encourage innovation at our school to better help our students succeed.
  • We have a customer-centric focus and we want people highly committed to achieving goals, where our success equals student’s success.
  • We are accountable for our actions, and if errors occur, we focus on preventing future errors and moving forward.
  • We have a growth mindset, always looking for ways to improve, with a sincere belief that every student can do better and achieve their goals.
  • We expect every employee to be an example of conduct and professionalism, being a role model to students and colleagues.

CIAT Total Rewards

We’re in tune with the times, things have changed – and we are evolving our practices together. We’re proud to say that most of our employees enjoy of fully remote positions and flexible schedules. Also included in CIATs offerings are competitive salaries and benefits packages such as health insurance, 401(k) retirement plan with a match, paid time off and holiday pay, corporate discounts and more!

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Financial Benefits

We know our employees strive each day to make a difference, that’s why we show our appreciation by offering competitive compensation and benefits packages to eligible employees:

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Paid holidays and personal time off

401(k) Match

Long-term disability insurance

Corporate discounts on restaurants, retail, travel and more

Personal Wellness

The health of our team is a top priority at CIAT. Multiple positions offer flexible schedules that encourage a healthy work-life balance, as well as other resources for physical and mental wellness:

Work / life balance

Counseling support through Employee Assistance Program

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Personal & Professional Development

We encourage not only our students to learn, but our staff as well. Employees can take advantage of the many resources CIAT offers that enable them to continue learning and grow their careers:

Positive, team-oriented culture

Training and career growth opportunities

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Meet the Instructors

For over twelve years, CIAT has been providing innovative learning environments to help students build technical skills, study for certification exams, and advance their IT careers. Our instructors are passionate, industry-certified, skilled and practiced in their field. They not only endow their students with the necessary technical skills and knowledge to succeed in IT, but teach them how to apply those skills to their careers. CIAT instructors provide valuable industry insight, hands-on training, one-on-one mentoring and a personal touch that truly impacts the lives and careers of their students forever.

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Fully Accredited School

2022 BEST CYBERSECURITY PROGRAMS

CIAT has been awarded top ranking status two years running in Intelligent.com’s Best Cybersecurity Program review, highlighted as “Best For Industry Certifications”. Evaluated based on curriculum quality, graduation rate, reputation, and post-graduate employment.

CIRCLE OF EXCELLENCE AWARD

EC Council, the world's largest cybersecurity technical certification organization, awarded CIAT the Circle of Excellence Award two years in a row for our Certified Ethical Hacker certification training courses and career-ready curriculum.

MILITARY-FRIENDLY

We believe you deserve an education worthy of your service. CIAT welcomes military veterans, active duty service members, and spouses using the Post 9/11 GI Bill®, Veteran Readiness & Employment (VR&E), Active Duty Tuition Assistance, and MyCAA.

FULLY ACCREDITED

We have high standards and we believe you should too. CIAT has proudly earned accreditation from the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education & Training (ACCET) listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a nationally recognized accrediting agency.

2021 Best Cybersecurity Programs

2021 BEST CYBERSECURITY PROGRAMS

CIAT has been awarded top ranking status in Intelligent.com’s Best Cybersecurity Program review, highlighted as “Best For Industry Certifications”. Evaluated based on curriculum quality, graduation rate, reputation, and post-graduate employment.

2018 Academic Circle of Excellence award badge

CIRCLE OF EXCELLENCE AWARD

EC Council, the world's largest cybersecurity technical certification organization, awarded CIAT the Circle of Excellence Award two years in a row for our Certified Ethical Hacker certification training courses and career-ready curriculum.

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MILITARY-FRIENDLY

We believe you deserve an education worthy of your service. CIAT welcomes military veterans, active duty service members, and spouses using the Post 9/11 GI Bill®, Veteran Readiness & Employment (VR&E), Active Duty Tuition Assistance, and MyCAA.

Fully Accredited School

FULLY ACCREDITED

We have high standards and we believe you should too. CIAT has proudly earned accreditation from the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education & Training (ACCET) listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a nationally recognized accrediting agency.

Talk to an Advisor

Request an appointment with one of our IT expert Admissions Advisors for personalized guidance on building your education plan. You’ll be able to book an appointment instantly for a time that fits your schedule. 

Enrollment Deadline - July 24, 2023!

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