Learning And Development Specialist

Job Description

Organizational Development & L&D Executive SecureLayer7 Technologies We’re building the next generation of world-class pentesters and cybersecurity leaders — and we’re looking for someone who can design and drive that journey from the inside. As the OD & L&D Executive, you will build high-impact learning programs, lead our SecureLayer7 University initiative, and drive organizational development efforts that support both technical excellence and strong cultural alignment. Your Mission Build and manage training programs that elevate our red team, pentesters, and security consultants to the next level. Launch and scale SecureLayer7 University, a structured internship and training initiative for college hires, focused on real-world pentesting skills. Support performance enablement and organizational development initiatives that align with business goals. Key Responsibilities Learning & Development (Technical + Functional): Identify training needs across red team, tech, and support teams via job role mapping, performance reviews, and feedback. Design and implement structured learning paths for: Red Teaming & Pentesting (Web, API, Mobile, Cloud) Cybersecurity skill-building (Exploit development, threat modeling, etc.) Developer growth (Secure coding, architecture reviews) Soft skills & leadership development Own the SecureLayer7 University rollout — including curriculum, assessments, trainer coordination, and campus hiring support. Coordinate internal and external trainings, hands-on labs, workshops, and LMS rollouts. Track training effectiveness using feedback, assessments, and performance data. Maintain a learning calendar with strong execution discipline. Organizational Development (OD): Support initiatives around culture, change management, talent planning, and career pathing. Drive performance reviews and OKR alignment through platforms like xto10x PeopleCues. Conduct engagement surveys, pulse checks, and implement data-backed improvement plans. Contribute to competency mapping, succession planning, and org diagnostics for future skill readiness. Collaborate with HR, tech leads, and business heads for seamless rollout of development programs. Requirements Bachelor’s or Master’s in HR, Organizational Psychology, or related field. 4–5 years of experience in L&D, OD, or technical capability-building roles. Experience working closely with technical teams (security or engineering). Strong understanding of adult learning principles, instructional design, and L&D tools (LMS, feedback tools). Hands-on experience with performance platform, competency mapping, and engagement programs. Excellent facilitation, communication, and program management skills. The ideal candidate is highly self-motivated and action-oriented. Bonus if You Have Certifications in L&D, OD, or Facilitation (e.g., SHRM-CP, CPTD, or similar) Exposure to cybersecurity, technical bootcamps, or red team content creation. Show more Show less