Cybersecurity Awareness Specialist

Cybersecurity Awareness Specialist Location: San Diego, CA (Hybrid; Downtown office, 2-3 days/week) Duration: 2-Year Contract (potencial to extend) Pay Range: $52-57/hr Standard hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM 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 reporting. The ideal candidate is a strong communicator, critical thinker, and cybersecurity professional who can translate technical concepts into clear, easy-to-understand guidance for non-technical audiences. ResponsibilitiesDevelop and deliver engaging cybersecurity awareness and training programs for employees across the organizationCreate and present cybersecurity awareness content through virtual and in-person sessionsTranslate technical cybersecurity concepts (e.g., phishing, ransomware, MFA, data protection) into accessible, practical guidance for non-technical audiencesCommunicate complex security topics clearly and effectively to employees at all levels of the organizationManage and support security awareness platforms and learning toolsAnalyze training results and user behavior data to develop metrics and reportingContinuously improve training content based on metrics, emerging threats, and organizational needsPartner with IT, Security, HR, and Compliance teams to align awareness initiatives with organizational policies and risk management effortsSupport phishing simulations, awareness campaigns, and cybersecurity eventsMentor, train, and guide employees to strengthen cybersecurity knowledge and promote a security-first cultureCollaborate within a small cybersecurity awareness team that supports a broader IT organizationQualifications2-5 years of experience in cybersecurity awareness, information security, training, or a related field (mid-level experience)Experience mentoring, training, or presenting to employees with varying levels of technical knowledgeStrong verbal and written communication skills with confidence presenting to diverse audiencesAbility to explain technical and cybersecurity concepts in layman's terms and translate them into actionable guidanceExperience developing training metrics and measuring program effectivenessStrong critical thinking and problem-solving skillsAbility to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teamsExcellent organizational and time management skills...