Lead Cyber Security Content Developer

Summary

Join OffSec, a leading cybersecurity training provider, as a Lead Content Developer! This leadership role requires advanced cybersecurity expertise, hands-on lab development proficiency, and strong instructional design skills. You will lead the development of world-class cybersecurity training content, mentor content developers, and collaborate with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate possesses a strong background in instructional design and deep technical cybersecurity expertise. This full-time salaried position offers flexible work hours from a home office. OffSec is an equal opportunity employer.

Requirements

• 10+ years of relevant industry experience in cybersecurity, content development, and instructional design, with a proven track record of leading content initiatives and mentoring more junior content developers
• Advanced expertise in cybersecurity topics, with a strong focus in at least two of the following areas: cloud security (Azure, AWS and GCP), incident response, threat hunting, OT security, digital forensics, and mobile security
• Deep understanding of instructional design principles, including adult learning theories, curriculum development, and content delivery strategies
• Experience creating complex virtual labs and simulations using a variety of technologies (VMs, cloud infrastructure, automation tools) to provide hands-on, technical training experiences
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts in a clear, engaging manner to diverse audiences
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize tasks effectively, and work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
• Experience working in global, cross-functional teams, collaborating across cultures, time zones, and disciplines

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and continuous improvement of cybersecurity training content, with a strong emphasis on real-world, hands-on labs and learner-centric instructional design
• Mentor and guide content developers, reviewing their work and offering constructive feedback to refine learning materials for clarity, accuracy, and pedagogical effectiveness
• Oversee the integration of content into comprehensive learning paths, ensuring materials are accessible to learners of all skill levels, from beginners to advanced professionals
• Collaborate closely with stakeholders, including subject matter experts, individual learners, corporate clients, and engineering teams, to ensure content meets both technical accuracy and learner engagement goals
• Design high-impact, scenario-based cybersecurity challenges and simulations that align with real-world threats, emphasizing practical skills and defensive strategies
• Apply instructional design best practices to create content that fosters active learning, critical thinking, and long-term knowledge retention
• Lead the creation of learning assessments, quizzes, and exercises that are aligned with learning objectives and effectively measure learner outcomes
• Implement iterative feedback loops and continuous improvement cycles for content, ensuring the training experience stays relevant as the cybersecurity landscape evolves
• Partner with content architects to design, develop, and refine technical training environments, including cloud-based labs and hybrid domains, ensuring they provide realistic and effective learning experiences
• Oversee the technical development of complex cybersecurity environments, working with engineering teams to optimize lab functionality, stability, and user experience
• Act as the technical escalation point for troubleshooting complex lab and content integration issues, collaborating with engineering and platform teams to resolve issues and enhance lab experiences
• Stay at the forefront of emerging cybersecurity threats, trends, and best practices, integrating the latest information into training content
• Lead content validation and quality assurance efforts, ensuring technical accuracy in alignment with real-world cybersecurity methodologies
• Foster a culture of innovation within the team, encouraging the exploration of new learning methodologies, technologies, and tools to enhance the learner experience

Benefits

• This role is a full-time salaried position
• Work hours for this position are flexible and will be performed from a home office