Cybersecurity Awareness Training
Today, cyberattacks are more common than ever before. From phishing and ransomware attacks to insider threats and cyber espionage, your organization can become the target of a wide range of cyber threats. To protect your company’s sensitive information, it’s essential to educate your employees about cybersecurity best practices.
This cybersecurity awareness training offers an overview of key concepts that every employee should understand to help them identify and mitigate cyber threats. Participants will learn about different types of cyberattacks, how to recognize suspicious emails and websites, how to create strong passwords, and how to use multi-factor authentication. They will also learn about the importance of safe browsing habits, data privacy, and security hygiene.
Course Objectives
Upon completing this cybersecurity awareness training, participants will be able to:
– Recognize common types of cyber threats and attacks
– Understand the risks associated with social engineering and phishing attacks
– Identify suspicious emails and websites
– Create strong passwords and use multi-factor authentication
– Follow safe browsing habits and understand the importance of data privacy and security hygiene
Curriculum
- 6 Sections
- 12 Lessons
- 4 Hours
- Introduction to CybersecurityIntroduction to cybersecurity should provide participants with a broad understanding of the cybersecurity landscape, including common threats and vulnerabilities, best practices for cybersecurity, and incident response. This foundational knowledge can then be built upon with more advanced cybersecurity training.2
- Types of Cyber ThreatsThis section provides an overview of what cyber threats are, why they are a concern, and the impact they can have on organizations.2
- Identifying Suspicious Emails and WebsitesThis section should provide participants with an understanding of the importance of email and website security, how to identify and report suspicious content, and best practices for email and website security. This foundational knowledge can then be used to build more advanced cybersecurity training.2
- Passwords and Multi-Factor AuthenticationThis section should provide participants with an understanding of password security best practices, the benefits of multi-factor authentication, and how to select and implement multi-factor authentication to improve account security. This foundational knowledge can then be used to build more advanced cybersecurity training.2
- Safe Browsing HabitsThis section should provide participants with an understanding of the risks associated with unsafe browsing habits, best practices for safe browsing, and tips for securing network connections while browsing. This foundational knowledge can then be used to build more advanced cybersecurity training.2
- Data Privacy and Security HygieneThis section should provide participants with an understanding of best practices for data privacy and security hygiene, how to comply with privacy regulations, and how to protect against common cyber threats. This foundational knowledge can then be used to build more advanced cybersecurity training.2
Requirements
- Valid email address or login credentials - You may need to provide a valid email address or login credentials to access online training.
- Reliable and fast internet connection - A reliable and fast internet connection is a must to attend the online training session without any disruption.
- Basic computer skills - You should have basic computer skills such as knowing how to use a web browser, access and download files, and navigate your operating system.
- Compatible device - Ensure that your device is compatible with the online training software or platform. It may require certain hardware or software specifications.
- Time availability - Dedicate enough time to attend the online training session and complete any necessary course materials or assessments.
- English language proficiency - If the training is conducted in English, you should have sufficient knowledge of the language to understand the content.
Target audiences
- Employees of a medium-sized company
- Students
- Home workers