Security Awareness and Training Specialist

Placements24; Queenstown; On-site; NZD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

Generous paid time off

Health, dental, and retirement family

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dynamic Security Awareness and Training Specialist to join our information security team in Queenstown, Eastern Cape. You will design, develop, and deliver engaging training content and manage the awareness program across the organization.

You will measure effectiveness, update content with the latest cybersecurity threats, and collaborate with IT and other departments to promote a culture of security awareness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Education, IT, cybersecurity, or related field.
• 2–4 years of security awareness or corporate training experience in cybersecurity.
• Proven experience in developing and delivering engaging training content.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, and best practices.
• Familiarity with learning management systems (LMS) and phishing simulation platforms.
• Excellent presentation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Creative thinking to translate complex technical concepts for learners.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Experience in graphic design or video production is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage a comprehensive security awareness and training program for all employees.
• Create engaging training content including presentations, videos, phishing simulations, and interactive modules.
• Deliver training sessions to various audiences across the organization, adapting content to different levels of technical understanding.
• Manage the organization's security awareness training platform and track employee completion and engagement metrics.
• Design and execute regular phishing simulation campaigns to test and improve employee vigilance.
• Develop and disseminate regular security awareness communications (e.g., newsletters, posters, intranet articles).
• Stay up-to-date on the latest cybersecurity threats, trends, and best practices to ensure training content is relevant and effective.
• Measure and report on the effectiveness of the security awareness program, identifying areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with IT security and other departments to align training initiatives with overall security strategy.
• Act as a security champion, promoting a culture of security awareness throughout the organization.

Skills

Security awareness

Training content

Communication

Project management

Cross-functional teamwork

Creative thinking

Graphic design

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications, Education, IT, Cybersecurity, or related field

Tools

LMS platforms

Phishing simulations

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a dynamic and engaging Security Awareness and Training Specialist to join their growing information security team in Queenstown, Eastern Cape . This role is crucial in fostering a security-conscious culture across the organization by developing and delivering effective security awareness programs and training materials. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills, a creative approach to education, and a strong understanding of cybersecurity threats and best practices. You will be responsible for designing training content, managing training platforms, and measuring the effectiveness of awareness initiatives. This is an exciting opportunity to make a tangible impact on employee behavior and reduce organizational risk. We are seeking an individual passionate about educating others and building a resilient security workforce.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage a comprehensive security awareness and training program for all employees.
• Create engaging and informative training content, including presentations, videos, phishing simulations, and interactive modules.
• Deliver training sessions to various audiences across the organization, adapting content to different levels of technical understanding.
• Manage the organization's security awareness training platform and track employee completion and engagement metrics.
• Design and execute regular phishing simulation campaigns to test and improve employee vigilance.
• Develop and disseminate regular security awareness communications (e.g., newsletters, posters, intranet articles).
• Stay up-to-date on the latest cybersecurity threats, trends, and best practices to ensure training content is relevant and effective.
• Measure and report on the effectiveness of the security awareness program, identifying areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with IT security and other departments to align training initiatives with overall security strategy.
• Act as a security champion, promoting a culture of security awareness throughout the organization.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Education, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2-4 years of experience in security awareness, corporate training, or a related field within cybersecurity.
• Proven experience in developing and delivering engaging training content.
• Strong understanding of common cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, and best practices.
• Familiarity with learning management systems (LMS) and phishing simulation platforms.
• Excellent presentation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Creative thinking and the ability to translate complex technical concepts into easily understandable information.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Experience in graphic design or video production is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and training in cybersecurity education.
• Generous paid time off and holiday schedule.
• A positive and collaborative work environment in Queenstown, Eastern Cape .
• Make a significant impact on the organization's security culture and risk reduction.
• Work with a dedicated team focused on employee empowerment and security.