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Cybersecurity Awareness Specialist

Thermo Fisher Scientific

Thermo Fisher Scientific

Waltham, MA, USA
Posted on Jul 1, 2025

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Office

Job Description

Discover Impactful Work The Cybersecurity Awareness Specialist collaborates with the Security Awareness Program team to implement high-impact initiatives that promote secure behaviors, reduce risk and foster a strong cybersecurity culture across the organization. This role plays a key part in developing targeted training materials, behavior-based learning assets, and role-specific enablement tools that support cybersecurity and technology-focused awareness efforts.

This is an exciting opportunity for a diligent, creative professional who is passionate about cybersecurity and continuous learning. The ideal candidate is comfortable translating risk-based concepts into clear, practical resources and is eager to contribute to a people-centered, mission-driven program.

A Day in the Life

  • Create engaging cybersecurity training materials, guides and toolkits aligned to role-specific risks including concise high-impact resources tailored for busy executives.
  • Design and deliver dynamic cybersecurity training for Executives, Executive Assistants (EAs) and their families covering real-world topics such as phishing, mobile security, secure communications while traveling and digital hygiene to strengthen protection across our leadership team.
  • Collaborate closely with the Executive IT Support team to ensure training aligns with day-to-day executive enablement efforts.
  • Maintain and coordinate internal content libraries and shared documentation, ensuring materials remain current and accurate.
  • Build and contribute to presentations, learning materials, and leadership updates—ensuring all content aligns with established style and formatting guidelines.
  • Assist in the planning and coordination of targeted campaigns and awareness activities, including scheduling, logistics and feedback tracking.
  • Translate technical and risk-based topics into clear, actionable messages for tailored audiences.
  • Monitor program metrics (e.g., participation, behavior trends) and help summarize insights to inform improvements.
  • Stay ahead of evolving threats, industry regulations, and security trends to ensure awareness efforts remain timely and relevant.

Education

  • BA/BS in Cybersecurity, Education, Communications, Business, Computer Science or related field. Equivalent work experience is accepted.
  • 1-3 years of experience in security awareness, training development, program coordination, or a related role.

Experience, Skills & Abilities

  • Highly organized, detail oriented and proactive in managing multiple deliverables.
  • Able to translate technical or risk-based topics into clear, practical content tailored to specific audiences.
  • Familiarity with core cybersecurity principles, or a demonstrated interest in developing expertise in the field.
  • Comfortable working independently while collaborating effectively across teams and with cross-functional stakeholders.