Hire a Security Culture & Behaviour Specialist
True cybersecurity starts with your organisation's culture. MVPeople Group delivers security culture specialists, behavioural scientists and culture programme managers who embed security in your organisation's DNA, making safe behaviour the norm rather than the exception.
Security culture as a foundation
Technology and policy form the basis of cybersecurity, but it is the culture that determines whether employees act security-consciously in their daily work. A strong security culture means safe behaviour is second nature: employees report suspicious emails on their own initiative, lock their screens without thinking and respect the clean desk policy because they understand its value.
Building a security culture requires a scientific approach. Frameworks such as the CLTRe Security Culture Framework measure culture across seven dimensions, while behavioural models such as the B.J. Fogg Behavior Model help design effective interventions. Nudging, positive reinforcement and choice architecture are proven techniques that stimulate behavioural change without coercion or resistance.
Measuring security culture is essential to make progress visible and adjust interventions. Culture scans, behavioural analyses and security metrics provide an objective picture of the current state and development over time. The NIST Cybersecurity Framework provides an overarching structure to link culture initiatives to organisation-wide security objectives.
MVPeople Group delivers professionals who bridge the gap between behavioural science and cybersecurity. From culture specialists who conduct culture scans and set up ambassador networks, to behavioral science consultants who design scientifically grounded nudges: we find the scarce profile that takes your security culture to the next level.
Security culture profiles we deliver
From behavioural science expertise to culture measurements and ambassador programmes: we deliver the right profile for lasting culture change.
Security Culture Specialist
Analyses the current security culture of the organisation and develops a strategy to embed security in values, norms and daily behaviour. Works with frameworks such as CLTRe and NIST to achieve measurable culture change.
Behavioral Science Consultant
Applies insights from behavioural science to cybersecurity challenges. Designs nudges, choice architectures and interventions based on models such as the B.J. Fogg Behavior Model to encourage desired security behaviour without coercion.
Culture Program Manager
Leads the overarching security culture programme and coordinates all initiatives: from ambassador networks to communication campaigns and culture measurements. Reports to the CISO and management on progress and impact.
Security Ambassador Lead
Builds and manages a network of security ambassadors within the organisation. Trains ambassadors, develops materials, organises meetings and ensures security awareness flows throughout the entire organisation.
Measurement & Analytics Specialist
Designs and implements measurement instruments for security culture and behaviour. Conducts culture scans, analyses behavioural data, develops dashboards and translates measurement results into concrete improvement actions and management reports.
Certifications in our network
Frequently asked questions about Security Culture & Behaviour
What is security culture and why is it important?
Security culture is the set of values, beliefs, norms and behaviours within an organisation regarding information security. A strong security culture means employees don't see security as a hindrance but as a shared responsibility. Organisations with a strong security culture demonstrably have fewer incidents and respond more quickly when something does go wrong.
What does a Security Culture Specialist do?
A Security Culture Specialist analyses the current security culture through culture scans and behavioural measurements, identifies gaps between desired and actual behaviour and develops a programme to strengthen the culture. This includes setting up ambassador networks, designing nudges and interventions, developing communication campaigns and measuring progress over time.
How do you measure security culture?
Security culture is measured through validated culture scans such as the CLTRe Security Culture Framework, which measures seven dimensions: attitudes, behaviour, cognition, communication, compliance, norms and responsibilities. Additionally, behavioural indicators are measured such as phishing click rates, reporting rates and policy compliance. The combination of quantitative and qualitative measurements provides a complete picture.
What is nudging in the context of cybersecurity?
Nudging is subtly guiding behaviour without restricting options or punishing. In cybersecurity, this means for example automatically locking screens, showing security tips at the right moment, simplifying safe choices and giving positive feedback for desired behaviour. The B.J. Fogg Behavior Model helps design effective nudges by combining motivation, ability and triggers.
What is the difference between security awareness and security culture?
Security awareness focuses on knowledge and consciousness: do employees know what the risks are and how they should behave? Security culture goes deeper: it concerns the underlying values, norms and beliefs that determine whether employees act security-consciously, even when nobody is watching. Awareness is a prerequisite for culture, but culture encompasses much more than just knowledge.
How quickly can a security culture specialist start?
We typically present suitable profiles within 5 to 10 working days. Security culture specialists who combine behavioural science expertise with cybersecurity knowledge are scarce, so lead times may vary. Get in touch for a realistic estimate based on your specific needs and desired profile.
Can MVPeople also set up a security ambassador programme?
Yes, we deliver specialists who design and implement complete security ambassador programmes. This includes selecting and training ambassadors, developing materials and toolkits, organising community meetings and measuring impact. An ambassador programme is one of the most effective ways to strengthen security culture.
Need a security culture specialist?
We deliver behavioural scientists and culture specialists who embed security in your organisation's DNA.