Security Behaviours & Culture Specialist

Haleon; London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consumer health company in London is seeking a Security Behaviour & Culture Specialist to enhance its human risk strategy by addressing behavioral factors affecting cyber security. You will design initiatives to foster secure behaviors and enhance the security culture within the organization. The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of relevant experience and a bachelor's degree in a related field. Join us and contribute to a safer work environment while being part of an inclusive culture.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in a behaviour change or cyber security awareness role.
• Bachelor’s degree in cyber/information security, psychology, or related fields.
• Professional certification in human risk management or cyber security is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Support targeted initiatives for secure working practices.
• Design engaging campaigns to raise cyber security awareness.
• Collaborate on training materials development.

Skills

Behaviour change

Organisational culture

Cyber security awareness

Employee engagement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field

Tools

Behavourial science techniques

Job description

Hello. We’re Haleon. A new world-leading consumer health company. Shaped by all who join us. Together, we’re improving everyday health for billions of people. By growing and innovating our global portfolio of category-leading brands – including Sensodyne, Panadol, Advil, Voltaren, Theraflu, Otrivin, and Centrum – through a unique combination of deep human understanding and trusted science. What’s more, we’re achieving it in a company that we’re in control of. In an environment that we’re co-creating. And a culture that’s uniquely ours. Care to join us. It isn’t a question.

With category leading brands such as Sensodyne, Voltaren and Centrum, built on trusted science and human understanding, and combined with our passion, knowledge and expertise, we’re uniquely placed to do this and to grow a strong, successful business.

This is an exciting time to join us and help shape the future. It’s an opportunity to be part of something special.

Role Description:

The Security Behaviour & Culture Specialist plays a pivotal role in advancing Haleon’s human risk strategy by proactively addressing the behavioural factors that influence our cyber security posture. This role is key to designing and delivering forward-thinking initiatives that encourage secure behaviours, strengthen our security culture, and reduce human-related cyber risks across the organisation. Working collaboratively across business functions, the Specialist applies behavioural insights and data to shape practical, engaging interventions that align with Haleon’s broader strategic objectives and anticipate emerging risks.

Key Responsibilities:

Human Risk Strategy and Culture Change:

• Support the delivery of targeted initiatives that address behavioural risks and promote secure working practices.
• Help embed secure behaviours into day-to-day operations across all levels of the organisation.

Engagement and awareness:

• Design and deliver engaging campaigns, events, and communications that raise cyber security awareness.
• Apply behavioural science techniques (e.g., nudging, gamification, storytelling) to influence positive security behaviours.
• Tailor messaging and interventions to suit different roles, functions, and risk profiles

Training and enablement

• Collaborate on the development of training materials including e-learning, videos, and workshops.
• Support and grow the security ambassador network by providing informal guidance and resources to build local capability.

Measurement and Improvement

• Maintain a register of key human risks, including behavioural patterns and knowledge gaps.
• Analyse behavioural data and cultural maturity metrics to assess impact and identify areas for improvement
• Provide regular insights and recommendations to enhance programme effectiveness.

Cross funtional collaboration

• Work closely with HR, Communications, Digital & Tech, and other stakeholders to align and integrate security culture initiatives.
• Stay up to date with Emerging trends in Cyber security, behavioural Science and Organisational change. Applying new insights to strengthen program delivery

Qualifications and Skills

Essential:

• 3 years of experience in a role focused on behaviour change, organisational culture, cyber security awareness, or employee engagement.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant field, such as cyber/information security, psychology/behavioural science, engineering or communications.
• Professional certification in human risk management, cyber security, or related fields, such as SANS Security Awareness Professional (SSAP), Infosec Certified Security Awareness Practitioner (CSAP), NICCS Certified Cybersecurity Awareness Professional (CCAP), CISSP, CISM
• While certifications are not mandatory, a demonstrable commitment to professional development in cyber security human risk management or behavioural change is expected.

Preferred:

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in one of the following disciplines
• Behavioural Science or Psychology
• Cyber Security or Information Security
• Communications, Learning & Development, or Organisational Change
• A master’s degree in a related field is desirable but not essential.
• 3–5 years of experience in a similar role within a mid-to-large organisation.
• Experience applying behavioural science or change management frameworks (e.g., COM-B, ADKAR, Nudge Theory).

Care to join us. Find out what life at Haleon is really like www.haleon.com/careers/

At Haleon we embrace our diverse workforce by creating an inclusive environment that celebrates our unique perspectives, generates curiosity to create unmatched understanding of each other, and promotes fair and equitable outcomes for everyone. We're striving to create a climate where we celebrate our diversity in all forms by treating each other with respect, listening to different viewpoints, supporting our communities, and creating a workplace where your authentic self belongs and thrives. We believe in an agile working culture for all our roles. If flexibility is important to you, we encourage you to explore with our hiring team what the opportunities are.

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