#WeAreCrowdStrike and our mission is to stop breaches. As a global leader in cybersecurity, our team changed the game. Since our inception, our market leading cloud-native platform has offered unparalleled protection against the most sophisticated cyberattacks. We're looking for people with limitless passion, a relentless focus on innovation and a fanatical commitment to the customer to join us in shaping the future of cybersecurity. Consistently recognized as a top workplace, CrowdStrike is committed to cultivating an inclusive, remote-first culture that offers people the autonomy and flexibility to balance the needs of work and life while taking their career to the next level. Interested in working for a company that sets the standard and leads with integrity? Join us on a mission that matters - one team, one fight.
About the Role:
CrowdStrike seeks individuals with experience in the design and development of assessments, exams, and/or credentials to help us maintain and grow our portfolio of certification exams and preparation materials. In this role you will be part of the CrowdStrike Services training and education team, where you will work closely with experienced and talented security subject matter experts (SMEs) to ensure CrowdStrike exams are valid, reliable, and fair for all candidates.
We are looking for individuals who possess strong knowledge of the complete exam development process, including workshop facilitation skills and hands-on experience working with item banking and exam publication tools. The ideal candidate will work with our certification manager, curriculum developers, instructors, and SMEs across CrowdStrike and beyond to keep our exams in alignment with relevant product updates and job roles, while monitoring the quality of existing exams and contributing to the continuous growth and improvement of our program.
What You'll Do:

• Facilitate workshops with SMEs including Job Task Analysis (JTA), Minimally Qualified Candidate (MQC) definition, item writing, technical review, and standard setting.
• Conduct routine exam and item analysis to assess the performance and quality of exams, and make recommendations for exam/item updates as needed.
• Regularly review and update existing exams to ensure content relevance and alignment with industry standards and product changes.
• Collaborate with cross functional teams to create exam blueprints, test specifications, item development guidelines, and marketing materials.
• Engage with customers regarding exam preparation, exam attempts, remediation, and individual performance records.
• Communicate with vendors to maintain critical functions for exam candidates such as exam registration, exam delivery, results notification, and distribution of digital badges.
• Contribute to the overall growth of the CrowdStrike certification program by consistently seeking efficient and effective process improvements.

What You'll Need:

• Capable of leading workshops with multiple participants and business leaders.
• Strong, clear verbal and written communication skills.
• Capable of completing tasks on time with limited supervision.
• Desire to grow and expand both technical and interpersonal skills.
• Project and time management skills.
• Ability to foster a positive work environment and attitude.

Bonus Points:

• Familiarity with all steps of the exam development process including MQC definition, JTA facilitation, item writing, technical review, and standard setting.
• Ability to identify and address any potential biases or cultural sensitivities in assessment content.
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams, including subject matter experts, instructional designers, psychometrician, and technology specialists.
• Strong knowledge of assessment principles, psychometrics, and best practices in item development.
• Experience in developing high-stakes exams, certification tests, or assessments.
• Proficiency in using assessment authoring tools or item banking systems.
• Familiarity with psychometric analysis techniques and standard setting methodologies.
• Familiarity with industry standards, guidelines, and regulations related to exam development (e.g., ISO 17024, ETS Standards for Quality and Fairness).

Education:
Bachelor in Education, Psychology, Instructional Design, Instructional Technology, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Security, Cybersecurity, or related field. Relevant equivalent pedagogical, industry or military experience is equally valuable.
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This role may require the candidate to periodically undergo and pass alcohol and/or drug test(s) during the course of employment.
Benefits of Working at CrowdStrike:

• Remote-first culture
• Market leader in compensation and equity awards
• Competitive vacation and flexible working arrangements
• Comprehensive and inclusive health benefits
• Physical and mental wellness programs
• Paid parental leave, including adoption
• A variety of professional development and mentorship opportunities
• Offices with stocked kitchens when you need to fuel innovation and collaboration

We are committed to fostering a culture of belonging where everyone feels seen, heard, valued for who they are and empowered to succeed. Our approach to cultivating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture is rooted in listening, learning and collective action. By embracing the diversity of our people, we achieve our best work and fuel innovation - generating the best possible outcomes for our customers and the communities they serve.
CrowdStrike is committed to maintaining an environment of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action. If you need reasonable accommodation to access the information provided on this website, please contact [email protected] , for further assistance.
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CrowdStrike, Inc. is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The base salary range for this position in the U.S. is $80,000 - $135,000 per year + variable/incentive compensation + equity + benefits. A candidate's salary is determined by various factors including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and location.
Expected Close Date of Job Posting is:05-27-2024