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Cybersecurity Technical Mentor - Independent Contractor (US Canada, Europe, MENA, India & APAC Timezones)
UdacityRemote · Remote · contract
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What this role is
Udacity seeks experienced cybersecurity professionals to mentor learners in their online programs through one-on-one sessions, technical deep-dives, and group Q&A forums. This part-time contractor role suits practitioners with 5+ years of cybersecurity experience who enjoy teaching and want flexible income alongside existing work.
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Skills this role names
- Application Security
- Cloud Security
- Data Protection
- Ethical Hacking
- Network Security
- Penetration Testing
- Risk Management
- Threat Detection
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What they ask for
Required
- 5+ years of cybersecurity experience
- Strong understanding of cybersecurity fundamentals including network, application, and system security
- Knowledge of threat detection, vulnerability assessment, and risk management
- Familiarity with security tools such as SIEM, IDS/IPS, and firewalls
- Understanding of security frameworks and standards like NIST and ISO 27001
- Experience with incident response and monitoring
- Basic knowledge of networking concepts and protocols
- Awareness of cloud security and data protection practices
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to mentor and help learners succeed
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Flexibility to work part-time as an external contractor
Nice to have
- Experience with penetration testing or ethical hacking tools
- Relevant security certifications such as Security+, CEH, or CISSP
- Deep understanding of emerging trends in AI and related fields