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# Lead Cybersecurity Training Consultant

- **Company:** Target Brands, Inc.
- **Location:** Brooklyn Park, MN, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $95,000.0 - $171,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Phishing, Secure Coding, Software Engineering, Front End Software Development
- **Published:** June 11, 2026
- **Apply:** https://corporate.target.com/jobs/w14/30/lead-cybersecurity-training-consultant

## About the Role

* 5-7+ years of experience in cybersecurity awareness, communications, learning & development, or a related field

 * Strong program/project management skills with experience leading initiatives end-to-end

 * Experience leading communications, campaigns, or programs that drive behavior change at scale

 * Experience working with technical or engineering audiences, with the ability to translate complex concepts into clear, actionable guidance and drive measurable impact

 * Foundational understanding of cybersecurity risks and modern technology practices (e.g., vulnerabilities, secure development, and engineering workflows), with the ability to stay current and engage effectively with technical audiences

 * Strong problem-solving skills and ability to navigate ambiguity, define direction, and set priorities

 * Proven ability to build relationships and influence across teams and leadership, including technical stakeholders

Preferred

 * Familiarity with phishing simulations, learning platforms, or awareness tools

 * Experience managing or implementing vendor solutions

 * Experience exploring or applying emerging technologies (e.g., AI) to enhance learning, engagement, or program scale

 * Experience or foundational skills in UX, web, or application development (e.g., designing user experiences, basic front-end development, or working with interactive digital tools), Please paste this url into your preferred browser to learn about benefits eligibility for this role: https://tgt.biz/BenefitsForYou_E

## Description

* Lead and execute awareness initiatives aligned to Target's top cyber risks, with a focus on technical audiences

 * Partner with Cyber SMEs to interpret risk signals (e.g., policy violations, incidents, threat intelligence) and prioritize actions

 * Identify behavior patterns and risk drivers, and define targeted interventions to influence outcomes

 * Design and deliver targeted communications, campaigns, and learning experiences that translate risk into clear, actionable guidance

 * Incorporate user feedback and audience insights to continuously refine content and ensure relevance, usability, and impact for technical audiences

 * Own program effectiveness, using data and risk-based metrics to measure impact and improve results

 * Support and evolve program operations (e.g., reporting, platforms, resources)

 * Influence across teams to drive alignment and execution, particularly with technical stakeholders


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