Cybersecurity Awareness Trainer — Hybrid & Growth Focus

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Medical and retirement benefits

Professional development in training &

Job summary

Placements24 in Soweto is seeking a dynamic Security Awareness Trainer to educate employees on cybersecurity best practices and organizational security policies. You will develop training materials, deliver engaging presentations, and measure the effectiveness of awareness programs.

This role offers the chance to foster a security-conscious culture and reduce human error risks within the organization. The ideal candidate has a background in cybersecurity training, excellent communication and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience is required.
• Proven experience in developing and delivering training programs, preferably in cybersecurity.
• Excellent presentation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of common cybersecurity threats, social engineering tactics, and data protection principles.
• Ability to simplify complex security concepts for a diverse audience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver comprehensive security awareness training programs for all employees.
• Create engaging training content, including presentations, e-learning modules, and phishing simulations.
• Conduct regular training sessions, ensuring accessibility and understanding across all departments.
• Assess and report on the effectiveness of training programs, identifying areas for improvement.
• Stay up-to-date with current cybersecurity threats and trends to inform training content.
• Promote a culture of security awareness and best practices throughout the organization.
• Collaborate with IT and HR departments to integrate security awareness into onboarding and ongoing employee development in Soweto.

Skills

Presentation skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Cybersecurity knowledge

Training development

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

E-learning tools

Job description

Placements24 in Soweto is seeking a dynamic Security Awareness Trainer to educate employees on cybersecurity best practices and organizational security policies. You will develop training materials, deliver engaging presentations, and measure the effectiveness of awareness programs.

This role offers the chance to foster a security-conscious culture and reduce human error risks within the organization. The ideal candidate has a background in cybersecurity training, excellent communication and