Cybersecurity Training & Awareness Specialist /Cybersecurity Awareness

Experience; Doha; On-site; QAR 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Experience in Doha, Qatar is seeking a Cybersecurity Training & Awareness Specialist to design and deliver comprehensive cybersecurity training programs. You will create and update awareness content, assess organizational needs, and tailor programs for various roles and departments.

You will develop simulation scenarios, perform research on emerging threats, and monitor training metrics to drive continuous improvement and stronger security culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or CS.
• Master’s degree in Cybersecurity preferred.
• Strong presentation and communication skills.
• Ability to simplify complex concepts for non-technical audiences.
• In-depth knowledge of latest cybersecurity threats and defence strategies.
• 5–10 years of cyber security experience; English & Arabic required.

Responsibilities

• Designing and delivering cybersecurity training programs.
• Creating and updating cybersecurity awareness content.
• Assessing training needs and evaluating security awareness levels.
• Developing customized training for different employee roles.
• Reviewing programs based on feedback and threats.
• Developing simulation scenarios and practical exercises.
• Conducting research on emerging threats and technologies.
• Monitoring and reporting training metrics.

Skills

Presentation skills

Communication

Analytical thinking

Threat knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity/IT/CS

Master’s degree in Cybersecurity (Preferred)

Job description

Cybersecurity Training & Awareness Specialist /Cybersecurity Awareness

Education Master of Technology/Engineering(Computers), MBA/PG Diploma in Business Mgmt(Information Technology)

Category Information Technology

Industry Information Technology and Services

Key Responsibilities:

• Designing and delivering cybersecurity training programs.
• Creating and updating cyber security awareness/educational content.
• Assess the training needs and evaluate the current security awareness level of organizations.
• Develop customized training programs tailored to different employee roles and departments.
• Review and update programs based on feedback, emerging threats, or organizational needs.
• Develop Simulation Scenarios and Practical Exercises
• Conducting research on emerging threats and technologies.
• Monitoring and reporting training and development metrics.

Desired Candidate Profile

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Master’s degree in Cybersecurity (Preferred)

Certifications:

• CompTIA Security+
• GIAC Security Essentials (GSEC)
• CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+)
• Computer Hacking Forensic Investigator (CHFI)
• Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
• GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH)
• Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP)
• Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
• Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)

Experience:

• 5-10 years of experience in the Cyber Security field
• Proficiency in English & Arabic is required.

Additional Required Skills and Knowledge:

• Strong presentation and communication skills.
• Ability to simplify complex technical concepts for non-technical audiences.
• In-depth knowledge of the latest cybersecurity threats and defence strategies.
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Capability to assess and improve security awareness programs.