Cyber Academy Manager

Are you looking for a new opportunity to build a safer digital future? A job where you can contribute to strengthen cyber resilience across Europe?

Join us as a Cyber Academy Manager. This position will be based at our Cybersecurity Centre of Excellence in Transinne, a village in the Belgian municipality of Libin.

You will shape the future of cyber education by developing Nexova’s training portfolio, driving commercial growth, and positioning Nexova as a market leader in cybersecurity training. This is a unique opportunity for a driven and innovative individual to build a flourishing, profitable service line and influence the future of cyber skills development.

Tasks and Activities

The scope of work will include:

• Driving the strategic development and growth of Nexova’s Cyber Academy, enhancing training offerings and commercializing services.
• Expanding and refining training programmes aligned with industry needs, client demand, and commercial viability, leveraging Nexova’s state-of-the-art training environment within our Cybersecurity Centre of Excellence.
• Ensuring smooth day-to-day operations, maintaining quality and efficiency across delivery formats.
• Positioning Nexova as a leader in cybersecurity training through unique offerings and strategic partnerships.
• Owning and managing the Academy’s P&L, driving revenue growth and optimizing resource allocation.
• Working closely with the sales teams to position, promote, and sell training solutions to both new and existing clients.
• Building and mentoring a team of (internal and external) cybersecurity trainers, fostering excellence and innovation.
• Supporting the delivery of training sessions when required.

Skills and Experience

The following skills and experience are mandatory:

• University Degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Business Management, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of demonstrated end-to-end experience in building, managing, and scaling a training programme from strategy and design to sales, delivery, and continuous improvement.
• Skilled in managing complex programs, developing go-to-market strategies, and bringing training services successfully to market.
• Strong business acumen with a deep understanding of business models, pricing strategies, and revenue generation.
• Knowledge of the cybersecurity landscape and trends affecting workforce skills.
• Desire to work both autonomously and as part of a team, in an international multicultural environment.
• Solution oriented mindset, with a customer focused communication skill.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.

Why should you apply?

• We encourage everyone to think outside the box and to push the boundaries of traditional knowledge. This role is an opportunity to join a forward-thinking company and allows for a deeper understanding of the industry.
• Benefits include: competitive remuneration packages; unique career opportunities, including working in other countries; personalized training and development programmes; flexible relocation support.
• We welcome applications from people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, all genders, LGBTQ+ individuals and ex-service personnel.