Security Awareness Program Specialist

Job Summary

The Security Awareness Program Specialist is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining a comprehensive security awareness program that reduces human risk and strengthens the organization’s security culture. This role focuses on educating employees on security policies, risks, and best practices through training, phishing simulations, and targeted communication campaigns. Working cross-functionally with IT, HR, Legal, and other teams, the specialist ensures that employees are empowered to make secure decisions and that the organization meets compliance and risk management objectives.

This position is ideal for an early- to mid-career security professional seeking to grow experience in security awareness, training, and security culture.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Program Development – Design, implement, and manage a security awareness program aligned with organizational policies, compliance requirements, and strategic goals.
• Training Delivery – Develop and deliver engaging security training content through e-learning, workshops, newsletters, and campaigns.
• Phishing Simulation Management – Plan and execute phishing simulations to measure awareness, track trends, and reduce susceptibility to social engineering.
• Engagement & Communication – Create communication strategies and campaigns to promote security awareness and foster a culture of accountability.
• Metrics & Reporting – Define and track key performance indicators (e.g., click rates, training completion), and prepare reports with recommendations for improvement.
• Collaboration – Partner with IT, HR, Legal, and other departments to integrate awareness initiatives into broader organizational processes and compliance efforts.
• Continuous Improvement – Stay current on evolving threats, industry best practices, and awareness frameworks, applying them to program enhancements.