Security Training & Culture Specialist

About the Role

This role supports the development and delivery of initiatives that strengthen NPL’s security culture and reduce human-related risk across cyber, physical, and people domains. With focus on creating engaging awareness content, delivering training, and providing expertise on human-related security risks to help colleagues understand and manage security threats effectively.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver security awareness and culture activities that align with NPL’s values, security policies, and risk priorities
• Create engaging content for campaigns, e-learning, workshops, and communications to make security relatable and actionable
• Support the design and delivery of targeted interventions to address gaps in security knowledge and behaviours
• Maintain and update “just-in-time” learning resources to complement mandatory training and reduce risk of human error
• Tailor awareness materials for different roles, risk profiles, and business areas
• Assist in tracking and reporting metrics to measure the effectiveness of awareness initiatives and behavioural change
• Provide subject matter expertise on human risk management, social engineering, and behavioural science principles
• Collaborate with corporate functions (People, Communications, IT, Assurance) to ensure consistent messaging and alignment
• Stay informed on best practices in security awareness, learning methodologies, behavioural change, and human risk reduction
• Responsible for taking reasonable duty of care for Health & Safety of themselves and of other persons who may be affected by their acts or omissions at work and always follow direct instructions given with regards to Health & Safety.

About You

This role is open to candidates at different stages of their career who bring curiosity, transferable skills, and a genuine interest in security.

Core Skills (Essential)

• Interest in cyber security and how human behaviour influences risk
• Understanding of, or strong interest in, human behaviour, psychology, behavioural science, learning, communications, or a related field
• An approachable and engaging style, with the ability to build rapport and positively influence others
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain security topics clearly and accessibly
• Creativity in developing engaging awareness content, training materials, or campaigns
• Ability to analyse information and contribute to targeted interventions and improvement activities
• High attention to detail and ability to maintain learning materials and supporting documentation
• Ability to work collaboratively across teams and functions
• A proactive mindset, curiosity, and willingness to learn

Desirable Experience

• Experience delivering training, awareness, or behaviour‑change initiatives
• Awareness of human‑related security risks - e.g. phishing, social engineering and the use of AI
• Background in psychology, behavioural science, learning and development, communications, or change management
• Experience supporting reporting, metrics, or evaluation of awareness activities

We actively recruit citizens of all backgrounds, but the nature of our work in specific departments means that nationality, residency and security requirements can be more tightly defined than others. You will be asked about this throughout the recruitment process. To work at NPL, you will need to obtain BPSS security clearance.

You will need to have an SC clearance with no restrictions, or you must have the ability to obtain an SC clearance.

Please note: Applications will be reviewed, and interviews conducted throughout the duration of this advert therefore we may at any time bring the closing date forward. We encourage all interested applicants to apply as soon as practical.

About Us

• The National Physical Laboratory (NPL) is a world-leading centre of excellence that provides cutting-edge measurement science, engineering and technology to underpin prosperity and quality of life in the UK. Find out more about what it is like working here - The measure of us - Overview

  NPL and DSIT have strong commitments to diversity and equality of opportunity, and welcome applications from candidates irrespective of their background, gender, race, sexual orientation, religion, or age, providing they meet the required criteria. Applications from women, disabled and black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates in particular are encouraged. All disabled candidates (as defined by the Equality Act 2010) who satisfy the minimum criteria for the role will be guaranteed an interview under the Disability Confident Scheme.

  At NPL, we believe our success is a result of the diversity and talent of our people. We strive to nurture and respect individuals to ensure everyone feels valued by treating everyone on the basis of their own individual merits and abilities regardless of their own or perceived identity, as part of our commitment to diversity & inclusion, we ensure we’re creating an environment where all our colleagues feel supported and welcome. More about this on our Diversity & Inclusion page.

  We are committed to the health and well-being of our employees. Flexible working and social activities are embedded in our culture to create a positive work-life balance, along with a broad range of rewards, benefits and recognition . Our values are at the heart of what we do, and they shape the way we interact, develop our people and celebrate success. To ensure everyone has an equal chance, we’re always willing to make reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process. If you would like to discuss, please contact us.