Cybersecurity Awareness Specialist

Cybersecurity Awareness Specialist

My International client is seeking a Cybersecurity Specialist to help develop a mature cybersecurity culture and awareness among various categories of users within the organisation. This is a short term contract assignment ( 30 days but possibly extendable ) The work should be carried out in Brussels with the possibility of some travel to Luxembourg

Tasks and Responsibilities

• Draft notes and communications to various categories of end-users related to the secure usage of ICT systems;
• Coordinate the preparation and execution of phishing simulations throughout the organisation;
• Elaborate reports and presentations of the awareness program activities;
• Do risk assessment and provide recommendations in relation with the human factor of cybersecurity.
• Elaborate demos and visuals to raise cybersecurity awareness;
• Work with the Communication and Training Departments for building various communication and promotion materials;
• Prepare and lead cybersecurity awareness lectures, demos, webinars, workshops;
• Moderate online communities and collaborative spaces;
• Contribute in building capabilities to better measure the reach and effectiveness of the awareness program.
• Oversee the execution of the annual cybersecurity awareness plan.
• Ensure stakeholders’ coordination.
• Write publications and guidance for various categories of ICT systems users.

Required skills and experience

• Master’s level degree + At least one ICT Security professional certification is also required
• At least 6 years of professional relevant experience.
• Previous experience in running cybersecurity awareness activities and defining strategic plans for cybersecurity awareness
• Knowledge and experience in preparing and running phishing simulations using commercial or open-source tools;
• Experience with Risk assessments
• Knowledge and experience in identifying and evaluating cybersecurity risks associated with the human factor.
• Proven communication skills and ability to coordinate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience with preparing lectures, demos, webinars, workshops
• Fluency in English, good command of French is an asset.