Security Outreach Lead

Huntington National Bank; Kentucky; Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution is seeking a Security Outreach Lead to provide strategic direction in security communications. The role involves leading communications, training, and awareness projects, aimed at reducing human risks. Candidates should possess strong written communication skills and have extensive experience in training development. This position allows for flexible work arrangements, balancing in-office and remote work options while promoting a culture of security awareness.

Qualifications

• 5 years experience in written communications and/or training development.
• Expert in training development and facilitation.
• 3 years of related experience in supporting Cybersecurity or Fraud.

Responsibilities

• Lead targeted and enterprise-wide communications and training projects.
• Monitor and identify human risks to mitigate them effectively.
• Drive a security awareness culture to engage colleagues.

Skills

Written communications

Training development

Excellent communication skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft suite of applications

Job description

Summary

The Security Outreach Lead will provide strategic direction and be responsible for clearly and effectively explaining complex security concepts and promoting the security behaviors necessary to protect Huntington’s colleagues, customers, and communities. This position serves as a strategic leader on the Huntington Security Communications and Outreach team and supports the Cybersecurity, Enterprise Fraud, Physical Security, and Segment Risk organizations.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead targeted and enterprise-wide communications, training, and awareness projects in collaboration with Security Leaders.
• Monitor and identify top human risks to ensure proper communication and training of the best practices needed to mitigate those risks.
• Ensure the program is effectively changing behaviors to reduce human risk to the organization.
• Identify roles that require additional or more specialized training to combat more complex organizational risk inherent to the work they complete.
• Drive a security awareness culture that engages colleagues, focusing on changing behaviors both at home and at work, using interactive and innovative audio and video learning experiences.
• Expand colleague knowledge through training, campaigns, education fairs, and events.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 5 years experience in written communications and/or training development and facilitation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• Prior experience in Marketing, Communications, or similar field of study.
• Expert in training development and facilitation.
• 3 years of related experience in, or supporting, Cybersecurity, Fraud, Physical Security or Segment Risk.
• Previous business segment experience within financial services.
• Excellent communication skills, including written, verbal, and design skills with demonstrable competence and experience in clearly explaining complex information security concepts and technologies for both technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Advanced knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and methods, including alternative ways to inform via written, oral, and visual media.
• Advanced understanding of organizational training and education policies, processes, and procedures, including knowledge of computer-based training and e‑learning services.
• Expert competency in the Microsoft suite of applications.
• Highly motivated self‑starter with strong organizational, analytical, and problem‑solving skills and the ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks against aggressive deadlines in a fast‑paced, agile environment.
• Proven track record of working effectively in a matrix environment and as a team player while establishing and managing multiple stakeholders.
• Ability to thrive in an agile environment where a continuous improvement mindset.

Exempt Status

Yes (not eligible for overtime pay).

Workplace Type

Office. Certain positions outside our branch network may be eligible for a flexible work arrangement. We’re combining the best of both worlds: in‑office and work from home. Our approach enables our teams to deepen connections, maintain a strong community, and do their best work. Remote roles will also have the opportunity to come together in our offices for moments that matter. Specific work arrangements will be provided by the hiring team.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Huntington is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Tobacco‑Free Hiring Practice: Visit Huntington’s Career Web Site for more details.