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Principal Analyst, Instructional Designer (Content Strategist) @ Sumtotal Systems

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 Principal Analyst, Instructional Designer (Content Strategist)

Job Description

As a Principal - Tech Content Strategist, you will lead the end-to-end development of engaging, instructionally sound learning experiences in the Security domain. Acting as a subject matter expert (SME), you'll translate complex frameworks into clear, outcome-focused content across digital formats. This role demands strong instructional design expertise, a deep understanding of learner needs, and the ability to creatively script and plan high-impact learning assets from video courses to assessments.
Job Responsibilities
  • Own the content development lifecycle plan, research, script, storyboard review, strategic video review and iterate for Security
  • Design creative and effective learning experiences grounded in instructional design principles, addressing diverse learner personas and real-world scenarios.
  • Author and script engaging digital content, including on-demand videos, interactive walkthroughs/lessons, assessments, and job aids.
  • Collaborate with visual designers, editors, and technical experts to bring content to life in a compelling and accessible format.
  • Align content with industry certification frameworks (eg, CEH, CISM, CISSP, CompTIA) and learner performance outcomes.
  • Apply learner-centered design by identifying learning gaps and tailoring content that improves retention, engagement, and job readiness.
  • Utilize Generative AI tools to accelerate and enhance content ideation, scripting, and personalization while maintaining content quality.
  • Ensure instructional consistency, voice, and quality across all course deliverables and formats.
  • Optionally support bootcamps (virtual training delivery) and mentor junior content developers.
Skills Required
  • Minimum 5+ years of hands-on experience in Security, including practical exposure to content planning and development.
  • Demonstrated experience in instructional design, especially in developing digital learning products from concept to delivery.
  • Excellent scripting, writing, and communication skills; able to distill complex concepts into concise, engaging narratives.
  • Strong creativity and storytelling ability with an understanding of how to structure content for different learning styles.
  • Fluency with and experience in Python, Java, C++, C#, Javascript, SQL, Bash, Powershell, or other relevant technologies
  • Experience working with Security tools such as Splunk, Wireshark, Kali Linux, or Metasploit.
  • Relevant certifications in Security (eg, CISA, CCSP, CEH, CompTIA Security+, Pentest+, CYSA+, CASP+).
Preferred/Additional Skills:
  • Familiarity with Generative AI tools like ChatGPT, Claude, or similar for content creation and enhancement.
  • Training delivery experience (live/ virtual/ hybrid formats) is an added advantage.
  • Understanding of instructional design models such as ADDIE, SAM, or Bloom s Taxonomy.
  • Experience in analyzing learner feedback and improving content based on performance and engagement data

Job Classification

Industry: E-Learning / EdTech
Functional Area / Department: UX, Design & Architecture
Role Category: Other Design
Role: UX, Design & Architecture - Other
Employement Type: Full time

Contact Details:

Company: Sumtotal Systems
Location(s): Hyderabad

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