Lead Cybersecurity Training Consultant

The pay range is $95,000.00 - $171,000.00Pay is based on several factors which vary based on position. These include labor markets and in some instances may include education, work experience and certifications. In addition to your pay, Target cares about and invests in you as a team member, so that you can take care of yourself and your family. Target offers eligible team members and their dependents comprehensive health benefits and programs, which may include medical, vision, dental, life insurance and more, to help you and your family take care of your whole selves. Other benefits for eligible team members include 401(k), employee discount, short term disability, long term disability, paid sick leave, paid national holidays, and paid vacation. Find competitive benefits from financial and education to well-being and beyond at .As a Lead Cybersecurity Training Consultant, you will… Join a high-performing team with a mature, award-winning Cybersecurity Awareness and Training program—and help shape what comes next. In this individual contributor role, you will lead initiatives that drive behavior change at scale, with a focus on technical audiences and risk-informed decision-making, translating security insights into scalable approaches that drive measurable improvements in behavior and risk reduction. Key Responsibilities 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 About You 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) This position will operate as a Hybrid/Flex for Your Day work arrangement based on Target’s needs. A Hybrid/Flex for Your Day work arrangement means the team member’s core role will need to be performed both onsite at the Target HQ MN location the role is assigned to and virtually, depending upon what your role, team and tasks require for that day. Work duties cannot be performed outside of the country of the primary work location, unless otherwise prescribed by Target. Click here if you are curious to learn more about Minnesota. Benefits EligibilityPlease paste this url into your preferred browser to learn about benefits eligibility for this role: with Disabilities Act (ADA)In compliance with state and federal laws, Target will make reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please reach out to View email address on click.appcast.io. Non-accommodation-related requests, such as application follow-ups or technical issues, will not be addressed through this channel.  SummaryLocation: 7000 Target Pkwy N,NCD-0375 Brooklyn Park,MN 55445Type: Full time