A Security Awareness and Training Specialist is responsible for supporting the development and implementation of security training programs and initiatives within the organization. This role involves assisting in the creation of training materials, coordinating training sessions, and helping to evaluate the success of the training programs. The Security Awareness and Training Specialist also plays a key role in promoting a strong security culture within the organization.

Roles and Responsibilities:

1. Assist in the development of security training programs and initiatives, collaborating with the Security Trainer to identify topics and content that will effectively educate employees about security best practices, policies, and procedures.
2. Support the creation of engaging and effective training materials, such as presentations, videos, and interactive activities, to facilitate learning and retention.
3. Coordinate training sessions, workshops, and seminars, managing schedules, invitations, and logistical arrangements as needed.
4. Help evaluate the success of the training programs, gathering feedback from participants and analyzing data to measure improvements in security awareness and behavior.
5. Maintain and update training materials, ensuring that they reflect current and emerging security threats, vulnerabilities, and best practices.
6. Participate in security awareness campaigns and initiatives, helping to promote a strong security culture within the organization.
7. Collaborate with other security team members and relevant stakeholders to stay informed about the organization’s security needs and priorities.

Overall Goals:

1. Support the development and implementation of effective security training programs and initiatives.
2. Contribute to improving the organization’s overall security awareness and behavior.
3. Promote a strong security culture within the organization, supporting the organization’s overall cybersecurity posture and risk management efforts.