Security Awareness Manager
Leads organizational cybersecurity awareness programs, educating employees on risks, safe practices, and behavior to reduce human-related security vulnerabilities.
Career Overview
Growth Outlook: Very HighSecurity Awareness Managers design and implement programs to educate employees about cybersecurity risks, policies, and best practices. They develop training content, conduct simulations such as phishing tests, and measure behavioral change across the organization. Their role is critical in addressing human factors, which remain a leading cause of security incidents globally. They collaborate with security, HR, and compliance teams to embed a culture of security awareness. As cyber threats evolve, organizations increasingly invest in structured awareness programs, making this role essential for reducing risk, improving resilience, and ensuring compliance with regulatory expectations.
Top Skills
- Training & Development
- Communication
- Behavioral Analysis
- Program Management
- Cybersecurity Knowledge
- Content Development
- Risk Awareness
- Stakeholder Engagement
Education Pathway
- Secondary Education
- Bachelor’s
- Cybersecurity/IT
- Awareness & Training Specialization
Suggested UG Degrees
- B.Sc Cybersecurity
- B.Sc Information Technology
- BBA
- B.A Communication
PG / Advancement Options
- M.Sc Cybersecurity
- MBA (HR/IT)
- Security Awareness Certifications
Also Known As
- Cybersecurity Awareness Manager
- Information Security Training Manager
- Security Education Lead
- Cyber Awareness Program Manager