Session Lead (External Contractor) - Integrated Risk and Compliance Services (India)
Udacity · United States
- Hybrid
- Full-time
- $50,000 / year
- United States
Job highlights
- Lead cybersecurity Nanodegree sessions virtually.
- Provide technical support and guidance to students.
- Manage weekly group sessions and student progress.
- Earn additional income remotely and contribute to tech education.
- Utilize cybersecurity and GRC expertise in teaching.
About the role
About Us
Udacity is now an Accenture company, and exciting things are happening! 🚀 We are on a mission of forging futures in tech through radical talent transformation in digital technologies. We offer a unique and immersive online learning platform, powering corporate technical training in fields such as Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Data Science, Autonomous Systems, Cloud Computing and more. Our rapidly growing global organization is revolutionizing how the enterprise market bridges the talent shortage and skills gaps during their digital transformation journey.
Position Overview
Session Leads are industry professionals who provide world-class technical support to our learners in their Nanodegree journey. All our session leads are handpicked through a rigorous selection process so that we can truly be #studentfirst.
As a Session Lead/Instructor, you will be meeting virtually on a weekly basis with your students for group work, activities and short lectures. During the week, students are expected to study an estimated 10 hours on their Nanodegree programs on their own, and you will be expected to respond to their technical questions and check-in with them to make sure they are making progress.
Required Skills/qualifications
- Fluency in English is a must
- Technical competence:
- Strong understanding of cybersecurity fundamentals, including core principles, critical security controls, best practices, and the ability to evaluate risks, vulnerabilities, and attack vectors.
- Strong understanding of GRC frameworks and the ability to identify concerns, implement mitigation strategies, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards.
- Excellent knowledge of security engineering concepts, including risk evaluation, cryptography, security reviews, audits, and planning/designing security architectures to mitigate risks effectively.
- Familiarity with designing secure network architectures, implementing Zero Trust Models, and building secure environments in platforms like Azure, as well as setting up SIEM systems for continuous monitoring and alerting.
- 2+ years of working experience related to the above skillsets
- Graduate from any of the Cybersecurity courses/Nanodegree programs is an added plus
- Experience teaching technical concepts and public speaking
- Strong interpersonal skills and confidence to lead a group of students
- Students-oriented mindset and focus on understanding their problems
- Innovative approach and proactivity with students that need help
- Positive character, trusted by the students, creating emotional ties in the group
- Existing tech network and experience in technical conversations & discussions
- Flexibility at their current job to take this challenge as a part-time, external contractor
- Managing weekly Checkpoint sessions with students according to Udacity guidelines
- Coordinating between the students and the Udacity Connect team
- Reporting to Udacity the weekly overall attendance status of students & observations about each session
- Explaining concepts of the Nanodegree program to your group of students when needed
- Solving questions raised by students during the Checkpoint session
- Reporting student attendance and progress to the Mentor's dashboard
- Communicating with students on community platform
- Earn additional income working from the comfort of your own home
- Contribute to a vibrant, international student community
- Stay updated with the latest in cutting-edge technologies
- Cybersecurity
- GRC Frameworks
- Risk Management
- Security Engineering
- Network Architecture
- Zero Trust Model
- SIEM Systems
- Technical Instruction
- Public Speaking
- Interpersonal Skills
Responsibilities
Why should you apply?
Key skills/competency
Skills & topics
- Session Lead
- Cybersecurity
- Risk Management
- GRC
- Security Engineering
- Udacity
- Accenture
- Instructor
- Online Education
- Remote Work
- Technical Support
- Part-time
- External Contractor
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your cybersecurity, GRC, and teaching experience. Emphasize your 2+ years of relevant work and any teaching credentials.
- Showcase your skills: Clearly list your expertise in cybersecurity fundamentals, GRC frameworks, security engineering, and network architecture, including specific platforms like Azure and SIEM.
- Demonstrate student focus: Provide examples of your student-oriented approach, interpersonal skills, and ability to build rapport within a group.
- Prepare for interviews: Be ready to discuss your technical knowledge, teaching methodologies, and how you handle student queries and challenges.
- Understand the role: Emphasize your flexibility as an external contractor and your passion for fostering technical talent.
Technical preparation
Master cybersecurity fundamentals and best practices.,Deepen knowledge of GRC frameworks.,Practice explaining complex security concepts clearly.,Familiarize yourself with Azure and SIEM tools.
Behavioral questions
Describe a time you helped a struggling student.,How do you build rapport in a virtual group?,How do you handle challenging technical questions?,Share an innovative approach to student support.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the work arrangement for the Session Lead role at Udacity?
- The Session Lead role is a part-time, external contractor position that involves virtual meetings. You will be working from the comfort of your own home, making it a remote work opportunity.
- What are the primary responsibilities of a Session Lead at Udacity?
- As a Session Lead, you will manage weekly check-in sessions with students, explain Nanodegree program concepts, answer technical questions, coordinate with the Udacity Connect team, and report student attendance and progress.
- What technical skills are most important for this Session Lead position?
- A strong understanding of cybersecurity fundamentals, GRC frameworks, security engineering concepts, secure network architectures, Zero Trust Models, and SIEM systems is crucial. You should also have at least 2 years of relevant work experience.
- Does Udacity require specific certifications for the Session Lead role?
- While not strictly required, having a graduate degree or Nanodegree in Cybersecurity is considered an added plus. The focus is on your practical experience and understanding of the subject matter.
- How does Udacity support its Session Leads?
- Udacity provides guidelines for managing sessions and a Connect team for coordination. You will also have opportunities to contribute to a vibrant international student community and stay updated with cutting-edge technologies.
- What is the expected time commitment for a Session Lead at Udacity?
- While students are expected to study around 10 hours per week independently, your role involves managing weekly virtual sessions and being available to respond to their technical questions throughout the week.
- How can I highlight my suitability for the Session Lead role in my application?
- Emphasize your technical expertise in cybersecurity and GRC, your experience in teaching technical concepts, your strong interpersonal skills, and your student-first mindset. Highlight your proactive approach and ability to build positive group dynamics.
- What does it mean to be an 'external contractor' for Udacity?
- As an external contractor, you will be engaged on a project basis, providing services for specific Nanodegree programs. This offers flexibility and the opportunity to earn additional income on a part-time basis.