HR Generalist

Job Description

Job Description

Salary : $70,000-80,000

About SANS

Founded in 1989, SANS Institute (SANS) began as a cooperative research and education organization. Over the next 25 years, it grew to become the most trusted and widely recognized provider of information security training and certification in the world. Today, SANS has served more than 300,000 cybersecurity professionals around the world, with more than 60,000 earning Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) security certificationsthe leading certification that provides assurance to employers that their people and prospective hires can do the job.

At the heart of SANS is a community of practitioners, from auditors and network administrators to CISOs, who share their lessons learned and collaborate on solutions to the challenges they face. These experts, working across corporations, government agencies, and universities, come together to support and strengthen the global information security community.

Why SANS?

At SANS, our culture is defined by three pillars : Mission, Brand, and People.

• Our Mission is to hire people who understand the importance fighting against cybersecurity threats.
• Our Brand reflects a commitment to delivering the highest quality training.
• Our People are grounded in a culture of fairness, honesty, customer focus, and a pragmatic approach.

What You'll Achieve at SANS

We are seeking an HR Generalist to join our Human Resourcesteam. This role plays a key part in managing and executing daily HR operational transactions with accuracy and efficiency. This role serves as the first point of contact for employees and managers seeking general HR support and will provide guidance on HR processes, policies, and systems. Working collaboratively with the broader HR team, the HR Generalist plays a key role in enhancing and streamlining HR operations to support consistent and positive employee experiences while helping to promote a culture of continuous feedback and development.

As an HR Generalist, you will :

Coordinate new hire orientation and onboarding processes

Act as a point of contact for employee questions related to policies, benefits, or procedures

Assist with benefits enrollment, changes, and troubleshooting employee benefits issues

Maintain accurate employee data in the HRIS and other HR-related systems

Assist HR team with facilitating performance assessment process and goal tracking

Assist the HR Business Partner team in scheduling interviews and coordinating hiring logistics

What We're Looking For

Every SANS employee brings something unique. For this role, were looking for candidates with :

Preferred qualifications include :

Benefits and Perks of Working at SANS

Were committed to fair and equitable compensation. The expected salary range for this position is [$70,000 - $80,000] , depending on geographic location, skills, and experience. At SANS, pay equity and transparency are priorities.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that supports your total well-being so you can be and deliver your best. This means caring for you and your loved ones' physical, financial, and mental health, as well as providing the flexibility you need to thrive personally and professionally :

Flexibility and Balance at SANS

We support our colleagues with the tools and flexibility they need to thrive, both professionally and personally. As a primarily remote work environment, we are committed to maintaining strong connections, collaboration, and a vibrant culture across virtual teams. While most roles operate remotely, some positions may require occasional in-person presence depending on role-specific or business needs.

SANS is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

SANS is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or any other federal, state, or local protected class.

If, because of a medical condition or disability, you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process, or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact SANS Human Resources.

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SANS complies with all applicable state and local laws regarding the consideration of applicants with arrest or conviction records. For positions governed by federal and / or state banking regulations, SANS will adhere to relevant requirements when evaluating candidates with criminal histories.

Employment eligibility in the United States is required. SANS does not provide visa sponsorship for this position.