Security Specialist

Focus Financial Partners

. Execute the firm-wide cybersecurity awareness and training program across all Focus firms .

Posted 11/10/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $120,000 - $160,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in executing cybersecurity awareness and training programs, with a strong focus on compliance with regulatory requirements and the ability to tailor content for diverse audiences. Proven ability to analyze training effectiveness and partner with cross-functional teams to enhance security awareness.

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Cybersecurity Awareness TrainingPhishing Simulation ProgramsRegulatory ComplianceContent DevelopmentCybersecurity Frameworks

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Hard Skills

Cybersecurity Training ProgramsRisk AnalysisTraining Metrics TrackingIncident ResponseUser Behavior Analysis

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationHighly OrganizedSelf-Directed

Tools & Technologies

Phishing Simulation PlatformsTraining Delivery Platforms

Certifications & Qualifications

CISSPCISMSecurity+

Industry Keywords

Financial ServicesRegulated IndustriesNIST CSFNYDFSGLBA

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Execute the firm-wide cybersecurity awareness and training program across all Focus firms
Deliver mandatory annual security training, role-based training, and targeted campaigns addressing key cyber risks
Manage and execute phishing simulation programs, including campaign design, delivery, analysis, and follow-up education
Coordinate training rollouts, schedules, and communications across diverse business units
Develop, maintain, and refresh cybersecurity training content
Tailor training materials for employees, advisors, leadership, and specialized roles
Incorporate lessons learned from incidents, phishing results, regulatory feedback, and emerging threat trends into training content
Ensure training content aligns with applicable laws, regulations, contractual obligations, internal policies, and evolving cyber threats
Support regulatory examinations, audits, and client due diligence efforts with training materials, metrics, and evidence
Maintain documentation demonstrating compliance with cybersecurity training and awareness requirements
Define and track training and awareness metrics
Analyze trends and results to identify risk areas and inform targeted training initiatives
Provide regular reporting and insights to the Head of Cybersecurity Governance and other stakeholders
Demonstrate training effectiveness in reducing human-driven cyber risk
Partner with Cybersecurity Risk, Engineering, Operations, HR, Communications, Legal, Privacy, Compliance, and Security teams
Serve as a trusted advisor to business teams on security awareness best practices

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of experience in cybersecurity awareness, training, GRC, or related security roles
Hands-on experience delivering cybersecurity training programs in a regulated or complex environment
Strong understanding of common cybersecurity risks, user behavior factors, and awareness best practices
Experience partnering with Legal, Privacy, and Compliance teams on regulatory or audit-driven initiatives
Excellent communication and content-development skills, with the ability to explain security concepts to non-technical audiences
Highly organized and self-directed, with the ability to manage multiple initiatives across a distributed organization
Experience in financial services or similarly regulated industries
Familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks and regulatory requirements (e.g., NIST CSF, NYDFS, GLBA)
Experience with phishing simulation and training platforms
Bachelor's Degree preferred
Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, Security+, or relevant security awareness credentials

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual cash bonus
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
401(k)