Cybersecurity Industry Coach

Chegg Inc.; United States; Remote; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Chegg Inc. is seeking a passionate Cybersecurity Industry Coach to enhance students' skills in a remote role. This position involves providing personalized coaching to help students prepare for tech-focused roles, ensuring they gain confidence and competence as they transition into their careers. Ideal for someone with a robust cybersecurity background who enjoys mentoring and coaching individuals from diverse backgrounds.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years’ experience in Cybersecurity.
• Proficiency in key cybersecurity areas including Networking, Linux, and Windows.
• Strong interpersonal and mentorship skills necessary.

Responsibilities

• Conduct one-on-one online sessions with students to discuss goals.
• Coach students on professional skills and provide actionable feedback.
• Enhance student application of skills with industry insights.

Skills

Networking and Network Security

Linux and Windows Systems

Administration and Hardening

Cryptography and Encryption

Penetration Testing

Incident Response

Governance, Risk, and Compliance

Cloud Security

Education

Cybersecurity-related degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Virtual Box

VMWare

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Job Description

Industry Coach- Cybersecurity

Location: US Remote

At Chegg, we’re on a mission to deliver an unprecedented return on a student’s time and money. Our programs deliver exceptional outcomes at market-leading prices by offering seamless experiences for students from the day they enroll at Chegg Skills until the day they graduate.

We are looking for a Cybersecurity Industry Coach to join our team and support students on their educational journey. This individual will provide high-quality coaching to Chegg Skills students by acting as a coach and thought partner while fostering confidence as they approach the end of their program and prepare to apply their skills in the professional world.

In this role, you will serve as a trusted coach, helping students apply new skills with confidence to their current or future role. Through personalized coaching, you will provide industry insights, guidance on workplace dynamics, and strategies for effectively integrating their learning into real-world scenarios. By fostering a supportive and encouraging environment, you will help students build self-assurance, refine their professional presence, and adapt to evolving industry expectations.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone passionate about building relationships and helping students succeed. Your role will be instrumental in providing thoughtful feedback, facilitating discussions that deepen industry knowledge, and ensuring students feel empowered to advance in their careers with clarity and confidence.

Responsibilities

• Conduct one-on-one online video sessions with students to discuss career goals, challenges, and strategies for success in tech-focused roles.
• Act as a sounding board for students, fostering a supportive relationship that motivates students to pursue their goals with confidence.
• Coach students on professional skills, including communication, networking, problem-solving, adaptability, and professional etiquette.
• Share industry insights and real-world examples to enhance student application of skills.
• Provide actionable feedback on student readiness and areas for improvement.
• Document session content to ensure consistent support across teams.
• Leave a student-first and empathetic impression with all learners.
  
  

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years’ experience in Cybersecurity
• Proficiency with Networking and Network Security,Linux and Windows Systems, Administration and Hardening, Web Vulnerabilities, Cryptography and Encryption, Penetration Testing, SIEMs/ Incident Response Forensics Governance, Risk, and Compliance Cloud Security Security+ and CEH Certification
• Technical ability toconfigure virtual machines with Virtual Box and VMWare.
• Prior experience in mentorship, coaching, or professional development
• Strong ability to connect with students and provide clear, actionable guidance.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including a developed sense of empathy and understanding
• Demonstrated ability to motivate and support individuals from diverse backgrounds and skill levels.
• Familiarity with hiring trends, industry demands, and essential competencies in tech-heavy fields.
• Adaptable to a fast-paced work environment.
• Must have a reliable, high-speed internet connection and webcam.
  
  

Why do we exist?

Students are working harder than ever before to stabilize their future. Our recent research study called State of the Student shows that nearly 3 out of 4 students are working to support themselves through college and 1 in 3 students feel pressure to spend more than they can afford. We founded our business on provided affordable textbook rental options to address these issues. Since then, we’ve expanded our offerings to supplement many facets of higher educational learning through Chegg Study, Chegg Math, Chegg Writing, Chegg Internships, Thinkful Online Learning, and more to support students beyond their college experience. These offerings lower financial concerns for students by modernizing their learning experience. We exist so students everywhere have a smarter, faster, more affordable way to student.

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United States Remote: This is a remote position which may be performed anywhere in the United States.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Software Development, E-Learning Providers, and Education Administration Programs

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