Overview: This training is designed to equip employees with essential knowledge and skills to protect themselves and the organization from cyber threats. By understanding potential risks and adopting best practices, participants will play a key role in safeguarding company assets and data.
Course Goals:
- Increase awareness of common cybersecurity threats, including phishing, malware, and social engineering.
- Foster a proactive approach to identifying and mitigating security risks.
- Promote a culture of accountability and vigilance in daily operations.
Who Should Attend? This course is ideal for all employees, regardless of their technical background. It provides foundational knowledge applicable to both personal and professional digital environments.
Key Features:
- Interactive learning with real-world examples.
- Hands-on exercises to identify threats and practice safe computing.
- Clear guidance on company policies and reporting procedures.
Topics Covered:
- Introduction to Cybersecurity
- The importance of cybersecurity in today’s workplace.
- How breaches occur and their impact on the organization.
- Recognizing Cyber Threats
- Phishing scams and how to spot them.
- Understanding malware, ransomware, and insider risks.
- Social engineering tactics and prevention.
- Best Practices for Cyber Hygiene
- Creating and managing secure passwords.
- Protecting devices and data from unauthorized access.
- Safe browsing and email practices.
- Responding to Security Incidents
- Recognizing signs of a compromised account or system.
- Steps for reporting suspicious activity.
- Immediate actions to mitigate damage.
- Company Policies and Compliance
- Key organizational security policies.
- Employee roles in maintaining a secure workplace.
Delivery Format:
- Duration: 1-2 hours
- Mode: Available as in-person workshops, online modules, or a blended approach.
- Resources Provided: Handouts, infographics, and post-training assessments.
Outcomes: By the end of the training, participants will:
- Be able to identify and avoid common cyber threats.
- Understand how to report security concerns effectively.
- Contribute to a stronger security posture for the organization.
Why It Matters: Security is everyone’s responsibility. Empowering employees with the right knowledge and tools reduces risks, prevents costly breaches, and ensures compliance with industry regulations.