What is Security Awareness Training?
Security Awareness Training — Security awareness training is an educational programme designed to teach employees how to recognise and respond to cybersecurity threats — including phishing, social engineering, and safe data handling practices.
Security Awareness Training Explained in Detail
Humans are consistently the weakest link in cybersecurity. Security awareness training transforms employees from a vulnerability into the first line of defence.
Effective Programme Components
- Simulated phishing — Regular, realistic phishing tests that measure click rates and reporting behaviour.
- Interactive modules — Short, engaging training on topics like password hygiene, social engineering, and data classification.
- Role-based training — Specialised content for developers (secure coding), executives (whaling), and finance (BEC).
- Continuous reinforcement — Micro-learning, security tips, and gamification rather than annual one-off sessions.
Measuring Effectiveness
Track phishing simulation click rates over time, reporting rates, and time-to-report. A mature programme sees click rates below 5 % and reporting rates above 70 %.
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