Position Details
Job Title: Cyber Security Awareness Specialist
Duration: 12 months (Possible Extension)
Location: San Diego, CA - 92101
Pay Range: $50/hr - $55/hr
Job Description:
-
The Cybersecurity Awareness Specialist is responsible for delivering and continuously improving the organization’s security awareness and training program.
-
This role focuses on educating employees at all levels on cybersecurity best practices, reducing human risk, and driving measurable improvements through effective training, communication, and metrics.
-
The ideal candidate is a strong communicator, a critical thinker, and a cybersecurity professional who can translate technical concepts into clear, practical guidance for non-technical audiences.
Responsibilities:
-
Develop and deliver engaging cybersecurity awareness and training programs for employees across the organization
-
Create and deliver engaging presentations to communicate cybersecurity concepts, initiatives, and awareness content (virtual and in-person)
-
Translate technical cybersecurity concepts (e.g., phishing, ransomware, MFA, data protection) into clear, easy-to-understand language
-
Understand and manage security awareness platforms and learning tools
-
Analyze training results and user behavior data to produce meaningful metrics and reports
-
Continuously improve training content based on metrics, emerging threats, and organizational needs
-
Collaborate with IT, Security, HR, and Compliance teams to align training with policies, standards, and risk initiatives
-
Support security campaigns, communications, and awareness events (e.g., phishing simulations, Security Awareness Month)
Qualifications:
-
2-5 years of experience in cybersecurity awareness, information security, training, or a related role
-
Demonstrated experience training employees at various technical skill levels
-
Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to present confidently to diverse audiences
-
Ability to explain technical and cybersecurity concepts in layman’s terms
-
Experience developing and reporting on training metrics and effectiveness
-
Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
-
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while collaborating effectively with a team
-
Strong organizational and time management skills
The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, short-term disability insurance, paid parking/public transportation, paid time off, paid sick and safe time, hours of paid vacation time, weeks of paid parental leave, and paid holidays annually - as applicable.