Cybersecurity Awareness Training

This customized half-day training covers the essential aspects of cybersecurity awareness at work and includes real-life examples and a demonstration to emphasize the importance of having a security-first mindset. Everyone has a role to play when it comes to cybersecurity in this day and age.

Instilling cybersecurity awareness and best practices in all staff members through cybersecurity awareness training is crucial because every employee plays a pivotal role in implementing security policies and procedures within their teams. They are often the first line of defense against cyber threats and are responsible for ensuring that they adhere to security protocols and policies.

By taking this first step of equipping all staff members with the essential knowledge and skills to recognize and respond to cybersecurity threats, organizations can significantly reduce the risk of data breaches, protect sensitive information, and maintain business continuity. Additionally, well-informed employees can foster a culture of security awareness throughout the organization, leading to more vigilant and proactive security posture.

*Note: This training serves as an introduction to the critical world of cybersecurity, acting as both a wake-up call and a means to provide essential information to help your team members make informed decisions when confronted with a cyber-attack or threat.

Learning Objectives:

1. Understand the Importance of Cybersecurity: Recognize the significance of cybersecurity in protecting organizational assets and data.

2. Identify Cybersecurity Threats: Learn about various types of cybersecurity threats such as malware, phishing, social engineering, insider threats, and AI deep fakes.

3. Implement Secure Communication Practices: Understand best practices for securely using email, instant messaging, and video conferencing.

4. Protect Digital Assets: Learn about data classification, encryption, access controls, and backup and recovery practices.

5. Enhance Mobile and Device Security: Understanding device security, secure use of mobile devices, and endpoint protection.

6. Comply with Corporate Policies and Regulations: Learn about corporate security policies, compliance requirements, and their importance.

7. Adopt Individual Security Hygiene Practices: Understand password management, social engineering attacks, and safe internet browsing practices.

8. Safe Social Media Use: Learn about the risks of social media and best practices for secure usage.

   
   
   
   

   Methodology:

   1. Interactive Presentations: Engaging presentations to introduce key concepts and real-life examples.

   2. Case Studies: Walkthrough case studies to illustrate the impact of cybersecurity threats and best practices.

   3. Group Discussion & Activity: Facilitate group discussions to encourage participants to share their experiences and insights.

   4. Hands-On Activities: Includes hands-on activities, such as using secure QR code scanning, creating strong passwords and identifying phishing emails.

   5. Reinforcement Exercises: Conduct mini quizzes in between and a gamified quiz at the end of each session to reinforce the key takeaways for the participants.

   6. Q&A Sessions: Allocate time for interactive Q&A sessions to address participants’ questions and concerns.

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      Pre-requisite: none

      Duration: 4 hours (half day)

      Language: English/ BM (partial)

      Certification: Certificate of attendance

      HRDCorp Claimable Title: Cybersecurity Awareness Training (No. siri: 10001475966)