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IronCircle is hiring a Student Funding Specialist to assist prospective students with navigating and securing educational financing options. The role involves partnering with Admissions to guide students through funding applications, ensure compliance with financial regulations, and maintain accurate records to support student enrollment processes.

Highlights

Support prospective students through the entire educational financing process in collaboration with the Admissions team.
Advise on financing options such as payment plans, loans, and third-party financing while ensuring regulatory compliance.
Assist students with application completion, document verification, and timely submission.
Maintain accurate funding status records in the student information system.
Collaborate with internal teams including Admissions, Finance, and Student Services to ensure smooth onboarding.
Stay updated on industry regulations and best practices related to educational financing.
Proficiency with Google Workplace and ability to quickly learn new systems required; Salesforce experience preferred.
Requires a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Business, Finance, Education, or related field and at least 1 year of relevant experience.
Competitive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, Paid Time Off, and catered lunches for office days.
Works with a global tech education provider with over 50,000 cybersecurity alumni and a proprietary AI-powered learning platform.

Student Funding Specialist Full Description

Student Funding Specialist

Finance - Columbia, Maryland (Hybrid)

We are seeking a detail-oriented and student-focused Funding Specialist to join our team. In this role, you will work closely with the Admissions team to guide prospective students through the educational financing process. You will serve as a trusted resource, ensuring students understand their funding options and successfully complete all required steps to secure financial support for their education.

About Us

With over 17+ years of experience, IronCircle is one of the leading global tech education, training, and service providers sending thousands of learners to new and exciting careers, serving and developing tech-related ecosystems.

In 2018, IronCircle entered the US market via a university partnership model and have successfully partnered with colleges and universities to train the next generation of industry professionals. Unique to our program, TDX Arena is an AI-fueled powerhouse learning platform that helps learners apply concepts learned in class to real-world situations.

With over 50,000 cybersecurity alumni worldwide, IronCircle is highly experienced at delivering the most effective accelerated cybersecurity training and educational programs.

Responsibilities:

Partner with Admissions Advisors to support prospective students through the financing process, from initial discussion to securing funding.
Provide guidance on available financing options (e.g., payment plans, third-party financing, loans) in compliance with applicable regulations and internal policies.
Assist students in completing applications and submitting required documentation accurately and on time.
Review and verify funding applications for completeness and compliance with institutional and lender requirements.
Communicate regularly with students to address questions, resolve issues, and ensure progress toward enrollment.
Maintain accurate records and documentation in the student information system to track funding status and timelines.
Collaborate with internal teams (Admissions, Finance, Student Services) to ensure a seamless onboarding experience for students.
Stay informed on industry regulations and best practices related to educational financing and compliance requirements.

Experience/ Skills Required

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Education, or related field (or equivalent experience).
1+ year of experience in student services, financial aid, banking, or a related customer-facing financial role.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to explain complex information clearly.
High attention to detail and accuracy in managing sensitive documentation.
Proficiency with Google Workplace and ability to learn new systems quickly.

Preferred:

Experience working in education or with student loan/financing programs.
Familiarity with compliance standards for educational financing.
Salesforce Platform experience

Values

Passion is our driver.

Excellence is how we deliver.

People are our focus - learners and employees.

Change creates opportunity - we embrace change.

Learning never stops and neither do we.

Our Offer

Competitive benefits package includes: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, Paid Time Off, Lunch Catered for in-office work days.

Your Success is our Success

If you're a driven, collaborative person who thrives on breaking new ground and inspiring others to do the same, you’ll feel right at home here. We’re looking for someone who's passionate, high-performer and pushes boundaries in pursuit of something bigger.

You’re a self-starter with a “ready to make an impact on day one” mindset—confident in your ability to add real value from the start and grow with us over the long term. If that sounds like you, we think you’ll be a perfect fit.

At our core, we're more than just a company—we're a close-knit team on a mission to change lives through the power of education. We work hard, we play hard, and we deeply value each person’s contributions toward our shared goals. We can’t wait to welcome the next game-changer to our team. (Yes, we mean you.)

Equal Employer Opportunity (EEO) Statement

We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, we comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.

Original Job Description

Student Funding Specialist

Finance - Columbia, Maryland (Hybrid)

About Us

With over 50,000 cybersecurity alumni worldwide, IronCircle is highly experienced at delivering the most effective accelerated cybersecurity training and educational programs.

Responsibilities:

Partner with Admissions Advisors to support prospective students through the financing process, from initial discussion to securing funding.
Provide guidance on available financing options (e.g., payment plans, third-party financing, loans) in compliance with applicable regulations and internal policies.
Assist students in completing applications and submitting required documentation accurately and on time.
Review and verify funding applications for completeness and compliance with institutional and lender requirements.
Communicate regularly with students to address questions, resolve issues, and ensure progress toward enrollment.
Maintain accurate records and documentation in the student information system to track funding status and timelines.
Collaborate with internal teams (Admissions, Finance, Student Services) to ensure a seamless onboarding experience for students.
Stay informed on industry regulations and best practices related to educational financing and compliance requirements.

Experience/ Skills Required

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Education, or related field (or equivalent experience).
1+ year of experience in student services, financial aid, banking, or a related customer-facing financial role.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to explain complex information clearly.
High attention to detail and accuracy in managing sensitive documentation.
Proficiency with Google Workplace and ability to learn new systems quickly.

Preferred:

Experience working in education or with student loan/financing programs.
Familiarity with compliance standards for educational financing.
Salesforce Platform experience

Values

Passion is our driver.

Excellence is how we deliver.

People are our focus - learners and employees.

Change creates opportunity - we embrace change.

Learning never stops and neither do we.

Our Offer

Competitive benefits package includes: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, Paid Time Off, Lunch Catered for in-office work days.

Your Success is our Success

Equal Employer Opportunity (EEO) Statement

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