Security Awareness turns the workforce into a human firewall
Inadequate security solutions, advancing digitalization and ever smarter attack methods are without a doubt leading to companies becoming victims of cyber attacks – and the risk is constantly increasing. However, it is also evident that the most common cause of IT security incidents in companies is human error and a lack of awareness.
What is Security Awareness?
Dedicated security awareness training raises staff awareness of security risks and enables them to identify threats and react appropriately. (Find out more about security awareness, the best tools, methods and benefits here).
According to a study, the ability of employees to identify phishing emails increases by more than 60 percent after special security training. It is important to ensure that knowledge is constantly reinforced through ongoing employee training on new security threats, technologies and best practices.
Securities awareness training courses include the following content in particular:
- Security fundamentals: providing basic knowledge of IT security and corresponding measures as well as the importance of security for the company and individual responsibilities
- Threats and risks: Information on various security threats such as ransomware, phishing, malware, social engineering and their potential impact on company IT
- Best practices: Teaching security best practices for handling passwords, access controls and data sharing, secure email communications and more
- Identifying attacks: training on how to identify suspicious activity and possible security breaches, such as suspicious emails and unusual network activity
- Simulated attacks: simulations of security incidents such as phishing attacks to test employees’ reactions and give them practical experience
- Incident response rules: Provide and communicate clear policies and procedures for reporting security incidents and channels for sharing security information
- Awareness: empowering employees to proactively think about security risks and proactively take security-oriented decisions
Implementing a security awareness program includes developing a comprehensive learning plan. This should be tailored to the needs of the company - from setting up interactive online courses to regular on-site security training and phishing simulation tests.
The SITS approach is based on concise, engaging and targeted learning sessions, as this is the only way to keep participants involved. Our managed service covers all security-related aspects – from the initial set-up to the ongoing management of training measures, from the further development of relevant training plans to comprehensive reporting.
SITS security awareness training courses teach your employees everything they need to know about IT security. Afterwards, your company can count on a plus of experienced security experts.
Core topics include email security, social engineering, cloud security, physical security and insider threats. Your employees will receive comprehensive learning units that are tailored to your requirements and always relevant to practice, as well as advanced input on protecting important company resources.
Training features SITS training platform provides:
- Diverse formats: Videos, interactive modules and tests to provide information and encourage participation
- Mobile-friendly approach: participation also possible on smartphones to take account of your employees’ mobility
- Regular reporting: information on participants’ progress and development steps
- Customizable learning solution: Implementation based on Proofpoint
- Customized training plans: Tailored to the needs of your company in terms of time and content
- One-time setup or available as a managed service
Security Awareness: Our solutions
Security just one click away! - Knowledge for employees: Transform your team into a proactive line of defense.
- Comprehensive training: Cover a wide range of security topics and ensure greater security awareness.
- Customized plans: SITS training is tailored to the needs of your company and the functions of your employees.
- Managed service: SITS takes care of everything – from set-up to ongoing management.
The regulations differ depending on the company's activity and branch. For example, the GDPR requires "appropriate data protection training for staff with permanent or regular access to personal data" (Article 47). Companies in the 18 sectors covered by the NIS2 Directive must provide cyber security training for their management teams - and are required to "regularly provide such training to all employees" (Article 20). The healthcare and financial services industries must also meet specific compliance requirements with HIPAA and PCI DSS.
In times of increasing security threats, it is crucial to raise employees' awareness of cyber threats, phishing or social engineering and to provide them with sufficient knowledge and skills to identify and assess cyber risks. In this way, companies minimize security risks, protect themselves from cyber attacks - and from the legal consequences of non-compliance with relevant regulations.
Employees can be motivated to deal with security issues through clear communication of the risks, relevant and practical examples, training with practical tips and offers such as incentives or recognition.
Interactive elements such as simulations of security incidents, quizzes and games can be used to make security awareness training more engaging. Short, engaging videos, case studies and real-life examples help to keep participants interested and gain knowledge.
The knowledge gained in training courses can be increased through active participation, practical exercises and repetition. Interactive elements, regular refreshers, feedback mechanisms and relevant case studies help to consolidate what has been learned and anchor it in the memory for the long term.
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