Cyber Security Awareness Specialist

Talent Leaders Inc.; Doha; On-site; QAR 200,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Security Awareness Specialist to enhance their cybersecurity initiatives. In this pivotal role, you will develop and implement a comprehensive security awareness program that empowers employees to be the first line of defense against cyber threats. You will communicate essential security policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations while fostering a culture of security awareness. This role requires strong communication skills in both English and Arabic, along with a solid understanding of information security principles. Join a forward-thinking company committed to creating a secure environment for its workforce.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field required.
• Strong communication skills in English and Arabic are essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a security awareness program for employees.
• Lead phishing assessments and manage campaign activities.
• Measure effectiveness of training and report on attendance.

Skills

Written Communication

Verbal Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Presentation Skills

Cross-Cultural Communication

Information Security Principles

Education

Bachelor’s in Computer Science

Cybersecurity Training

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure the security awareness program meets all healthcare regulations, standards, and compliance requirements.
• Communicate security policies, procedures, guidelines, and other requirements so that employees understand and comply with them.
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive security awareness program that transforms employees into the first line of cybersecurity defense.
• Create, manage, and implement engaging security awareness content aimed at positively changing behaviors both at work and at home.
• Integrate security awareness into classroom and virtual learning initiatives, including new hire orientation, new manager training, and other events.
• Lead phishing assessments and manage phishing campaign activities.
• Oversee the cybersecurity learning management system.
• Measure and report on campaign effectiveness and training attendance.
• Understand key concepts of information risk and maintain a basic understanding of information security principles.
• Stay updated on local and regional regulatory information security requirements.
• Balance security awareness initiatives with business impact and benefit.
• Deliver effective presentations and briefings.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications, Experience & Certifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field, with substantial continued education and training in cybersecurity.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in both English and Arabic.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively with a diverse, cross-cultural audience.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Preferred certification: CISSP or an equivalent cybersecurity certification.
• Mandatory knowledge of national policies and standards, including (but not limited to) NIA, cloud_security_policy-2017, cybersecurity and privacy laws, data security and privacy regulations, and the Qatar cybersecurity framework.