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The Security Data Specialist will lead the design, implementation, and ongoing management of a comprehensive cybersecurity awareness program. This position requires a skilled professional with a strong foundation in cybersecurity and a passion for educating employees on secure practices and protocols.
Job Title: Security Data Specialist
Location: Corporate Headquarters, Arlington, VA
Work Model: Hybrid (On-site Monday Thursday, Remote on Friday)
Work Hours: 8:00 AM 5:00 PM
Job Summary:
The ideal candidate will create compelling training content, conduct interactive sessions, and assess training effectiveness, all while working collaboratively with IT and security teams to address organizational risks.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and implement an enterprise-wide cybersecurity awareness and training program.
- Develop educational content, including presentations, videos, and e-learning modules.
- Deliver regular training sessions, webinars, and hands-on workshops across all employee levels.
- Collaborate with IT and security teams to identify gaps and tailor training solutions accordingly.
- Evaluate training effectiveness through assessments, feedback, and performance metrics.
- Stay current on cybersecurity trends, threat landscapes, and industry best practices.
- Ensure training programs are aligned with regulatory requirements and compliance standards.
- Promote a proactive security culture throughout the organization.
- Provide reports and insights to senior leadership on training progress and outcomes.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Education, or a related discipline.
- 8+ years of experience in the analysis and definition of security requirements.
- 5+ years of direct cybersecurity experience, specifically in training and awareness programs.
- 5+ years of specialized experience with:
- Defining security requirements for high-level applications.
- Evaluating security product capabilities.
- Developing solutions to Multi-Level Security (MLS) challenges.
- Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles, threat mitigation, and secure practices.
- Exceptional communication, public speaking, and presentation skills.
- Proficiency with e-learning development tools and Learning Management Systems (LMS).