OVERVIEW
Tech Consulting is seeking an experienced and visionary Cyber Security Practice Lead & Trainer to build and scale our cyber security practice within our hire‑train‑deploy IT staffing division. As the Cyber Security Practice Lead, you will be responsible for defining the practice strategy, leading end‑to‑end cyber security training programs, overseeing delivery of client security projects, and enabling the successful deployment of trained consultants into customer environments.

This role requires a strong blend of deep cyber security expertise, hands‑on project implementation experience, leadership and coaching skills, and a clear understanding of the IT staffing and talent development lifecycle.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Practice Leadership & Growth: Define and execute the cyber security practice roadmap, including service offerings, training tracks, certification paths, and GTM alignment with sales and account management teams.
• Hands‑on Operations: Manage day‑to‑day operations of the cyber security practice, ensure effective utilization of trainers and SMEs, and drive growth of the cyber portfolio within the hire‑train‑deploy model.
• Training Delivery: Design, develop, and deliver cyber security training programs (foundational to advanced) covering areas such as network security, cloud security, endpoint security, identity and access management, SIEM/SOC operations, and vulnerability management.
• Curriculum & Lab Design: Build real‑world labs, simulations, and project‑based learning aligned to industry standards (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001) and in‑demand technologies (e.g., Azure/AWS security, Zero Trust, EDR/XDR tools).
• Recruitment Partnership: Collaborate with recruitment teams to define ideal candidate profiles, assess incoming talent for cyber aptitude, and support technical screening and selection.
• Project Oversight: Oversee and advise on client cyber security engagements delivered by deployed consultants, ensuring best practices, quality, and adherence to security policies and SLAs.
• Client & Stakeholder Engagement: Partner with clients to understand security needs, map them to training and deployment solutions, and position the practice as a trusted advisory capability.
• Technical Innovation: Evaluate and introduce emerging security tools and methodologies (e.g., SOAR, threat intelligence, security automation) to keep the practice offerings current and competitive.
• Performance Monitoring: Define, track, and report KPIs such as training completion, certification pass rates, deployment success, utilization, and client satisfaction to executive leadership.
• Compliance & Risk Management: Ensure that training content, internal environments, and delivery practices align with regulatory and industry requirements (e.g., SOC 2, HIPAA, PCI‑DSS as relevant).
• Thought Leadership: Represent the practice through internal tech talks, external webinars, and knowledge‑sharing sessions; mentor and coach consultants on cyber career paths and continuous learning.

REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS

• 12+ years of experience in IT with at least 8–10 years focused on cyber security project implementations, operations, or consulting across enterprise environments.
• Proven, hands‑on leadership experience managing security teams, SOC analysts, or cyber SMEs, preferably in a consulting or services context.
• Strong practical experience in several of the following: network security, cloud security (AWS/Azure/GCP), IAM, SIEM/SOC operations, threat detection and response, vulnerability and patch management, data protection, and endpoint security.
• Demonstrated experience designing and delivering technical training, workshops, or enablement programs for engineers or consultants.
• Solid understanding of security frameworks and standards (e.g., NIST CSF, ISO 27001, CIS Controls, Zero Trust principles).
• One or more advanced security certifications strongly preferred (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CCSP, GIAC, OSCP, AZ‑500, SC‑200/300, Security+).
• Good knowledge of IT staffing processes, hire‑train‑deploy models, and client relationship management in a services/staffing environment.
• Familiarity with project management methodologies (Agile, Scrum, or hybrid) and their application to security projects.
• Ability to communicate complex security concepts to diverse stakeholders, including non‑technical audiences, clients, and executive leadership.
• Strong analytical and strategic skills with the ability to build scalable practices, standardize processes, and drive continuous improvement.
• Experience with staffing‑related technologies (ATS, CRM, LMS) and basic understanding of AI, cloud platforms, and data analytics as they relate to modern security operations.