Exercise Facilitator (Remote)

Sans Institute • Providence, RI

380d • $160,000 - $185,000 • Remote

About The Position

The Exercise Facilitator at SANS Institute will play a crucial role in designing and delivering immersive cyber crisis simulation exercises for both tactical and executive-level audiences. This position aims to enhance the cybersecurity readiness and response capabilities of organizations across various critical sectors globally. The facilitator will leverage advanced technologies and personal expertise to create impactful training experiences that address the evolving challenges in cybersecurity.

Requirements

• Over 6 years of professional experience in the cybersecurity industry, demonstrating a deep understanding of cyber risk and mitigation strategies.
• At least 5 years of experience delivering high-impact tabletop or simulation exercises tailored for large corporate clients.
• A minimum of 5 years of expertise in crisis management, disaster recovery, and/or business continuity planning for large enterprises.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience in information technology (IT) and/or operational technology (OT), showcasing technical and operational proficiency.
• Professional and polished demeanor with the ability to engage effectively with high-level executives.
• Proven expertise in project management, including managing multiple deadlines and complex schedules.
• Exceptional verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, with strong editing and proofreading abilities.
• Capable of working collaboratively and effectively in a remote-first environment.
• Open to supporting global activities and initiatives as part of a dynamic, international team.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience required.
• Willingness and ability to travel domestically and/or internationally up to 50% of the time.

Nice To Haves

• Over 12 years of professional experience in the cybersecurity industry, demonstrating a deep understanding of cyber risk, cyber regulatory compliance and cyber threat mitigation strategies.
• 10+ years of hands-on experience in information technology (IT) and/or operational technology (OT), showcasing technical and operational proficiency.
• At least 7 years of experience delivering high-impact tabletop or simulation exercises tailored for large corporate clients.
• A minimum of 7 years of expertise in crisis management, disaster recovery, and/or business continuity planning for large enterprises.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver industry-leading, immersive cyber simulation exercises tailored for executive leadership teams of public and global enterprise organizations.
• Utilize advanced audio/visual technologies to enhance engagement and drive impactful discussions during exercises.
• Develop detailed storyboards that address key cybersecurity topics, leveraging personal industry expertise to facilitate meaningful conversations.
• Craft compelling content using multimedia elements such as videos, images, lighting effects, and sound to create an engaging experience.
• Conduct pre-event risk assessments and requirements analysis to ensure successful exercise planning and execution.
• Align exercises with customer objectives by translating their goals into actionable and measurable outcomes.
• Collaborate with clients to develop a comprehensive master event schedule for seamless execution.
• Facilitate post-exercise After Action Reviews, providing participants with valuable insights and feedback.
• Prepare and deliver a detailed Executive Summary Report, offering observations and a strategic roadmap to enhance organizational cyber maturity.
• Lead efforts to drive continuous improvement in all aspects of exercise planning, delivery, and evaluation.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Short-Term Disability
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Supplemental Life Insurance and AD&D
• Paid Time Off
• Company Paid Holidays
• Volunteer Paid Time Off

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree