Cybersecurity Awareness & Training Specialist to support client in the public sector

Title: Cybersecurity Awareness & Training Specialist

Duration: 3 months (possible extension to 6 months)

Start: Within 1 week

Location: Onsite in Hamilton, ON - Tues/Weds (MANDATORY)

Key Responsibilities

• Design and run multiple cybersecurity awareness campaigns.
• Lead initiatives for Cybersecurity Awareness Month (October), including a full plan with estimated costs.
• Develop engaging training content (phishing simulations, workshops, e-learning).
• Partner with IT Security, HR, and Communications for consistent messaging.
• Measure and report on campaign effectiveness, recommending improvements.
• Act as the subject matter expert for security awareness and compliance.

delivering several key outcomes, in priority order:

1. Planning and executing Cybersecurity Awareness Month (October 2025), including cost estimates.
2. Assessing the current program (gaps, risks, recommendations, and estimates).
3. Developing governance, strategy, and metrics/reporting.
4. Defining a 2026 roadmap and detailed plan.

Responsibilities will cover the full scope of our CA&T program, including:

• Overall program governance, strategy, execution, and metrics.
• Recommendations to elevate our program to an industry-leading level.
• Estimates and budget planning.
• Awareness and training across all levels: Council, Mayor’s Office, SLT, departments, temporary staff, contractors, suppliers, and vendors.
• Tailored training approaches for diverse groups: union vs. non-union, staff without laptops, privileged users, OT/IoT users, etc.
• Communication and training material development.
• Phishing campaigns.
• Metrics, dashboards, and reporting.
• Collaboration within IT and with non-IT departments.
• Exploring automation opportunities to scale the program effectively.