Managing Editor (Internal)

About SANS

SANS Institute (SANS) launched in 1989 as a cooperative for information security thought leadership, it is SANS’ ongoing mission to empower cyber security professionals with the practical skills and knowledge they need to make our world a safer place. We fuel this effort with high quality training, certifications, scholarship academies, degree programs, cyber ranges, and resources to meet the needs of every cyber professional. Our data, research, and the top minds in cybersecurity collectively ensure that individuals and organizations have the actionable education and support they need.

Join the SANS Team

At SANS, our culture is defined by Mission, Brand, People. Our goal is to hire people who understand the importance of continuing to fight against the cyber security threats (Mission) while delivering the highest quality training (Brand) to our students.  We want employees whose personal values align well with our culture of fairness, honesty, customer focus, and pragmatic approach (People).

Summary of Position

The Managing Editor plays a pivotal role in ensuring the accuracy, consistency, and quality of SANS coursebooks. You will lead a team of book processors and copyeditors, providing training and answering questions, while maintaining quality control standards. Your role is essential in providing our authors with a positive update experience and ensuring our students receive well-crafted and error-free books.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership:

· Supervise and mentor a team of courseware specialists and copyeditors, providing clear guidance, feedback, and training to ensure their professional development and adherence to quality standards.

· Analyze and address any production issues, taking corrective action as necessary.

Quality Assurance:

· Implement and maintain rigorous quality control processes to ensure all books meet the highest standards, including grammar, spelling, formatting, and overall content accuracy.

Process Improvement:

· Evaluate and improve existing workflows to increase efficiency and productivity. Identify opportunities for automation and implementation of relevant tools or software.

· Assist the Director of Courseware Management in identifying and implementing new standards.

Project Management:

· Oversee multiple projects simultaneously, managing schedules, priorities, and resources to meet deadlines.

Communication:

· Collaborate and provide constructive feedback with authors, book processors, copyeditors, and other cross-functional teams.

Basic Qualifications

· Exceptional attention to detail and a strong understanding of grammar, punctuation, and style guides

· Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Word and PowerPoint

· Prior copyediting experience

Preferred Qualifications

· 5+ years of experience in editing, publishing, or managing content production

· Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Communications, Publishing, or a related field

Reporting Relationships

This position reports to the Director of Courseware Management.

This position has direct reports, including courseware specialists and copyeditors.

Work Environment

This is a remote position, with minimal travel. 

Equal Opportunity Employer

SANS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact SANS Human Resources.

In addition, all qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment. 

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The base salary range for this position is between $65,000, and $75,000. Base salary ranges may vary by geographic location and relevant experience, education, certifications, and years of experience. There is no guarantee an offer will be at the top of the posted range based on the salary analysis.

In addition, SANS provides the following benefits:

Medical

Dental

Vision

Short-Term Disability

401(k) with company match

Employee Assistance Program

Supplemental Life Insurance and AD&D

Paid Time Off

Company Paid Holidays

Volunteer Paid Time Off

Compensation$65,000-75,000 annually