Information Security Awareness Course Overview

To ensure that learners are adequately prepared and can benefit the most from our Information Security Awareness course, the following prerequisites are recommended:

• Basic understanding of how to operate a computer and navigate the internet.
• Familiarity with common computer terminology.
• Awareness of fundamental concepts of information technology such as software, hardware, and networks.
• An interest in learning about the principles of information security and a willingness to apply them in personal and professional contexts.

No specific technical skills or prior security training is required, making this course suitable for individuals of all professional backgrounds who are interested in improving their security awareness.

Target Audience for Information Security Awareness

The Information Security Awareness course is designed to enhance the digital safety knowledge of employees in various roles.

• IT professionals
• HR personnel
• Administrative staff
• Remote workers
• Customer support agents
• Sales and marketing teams
• Executives and managers
• Small business owners
• Consultants and freelancers
• Non-IT staff who use computing devices
• Employees who handle sensitive data

Learning Objectives - What you will Learn in this Information Security Awareness?

Introduction to the Course's Learning Outcomes

The Information Security Awareness course aims to equip learners with the knowledge to protect corporate data, understand cybersecurity threats, and implement best security practices.

Learning Objectives and Outcomes

• Welcome & Introduction:

  • Understand the importance of information security and the role of employee awareness in safeguarding organizational assets.

• Good and Bad Passwords:

  • Learn the principles of creating strong passwords and the risks associated with weak password practices.

• Storing Company Data:

  • Gain knowledge on secure data storage practices and how to prevent unauthorized access to sensitive information.

• Backups:

  • Comprehend the significance of regular backups and how to execute them effectively to ensure data recovery and continuity.

• Social Engineering:

  • Identify various social engineering tactics and learn how to protect oneself and the organization from such attacks.

• Ransomware:

  • Understand what ransomware is, how it operates, and the steps to take to prevent and respond to ransomware incidents.

• At the Office:

  • Recognize the security measures that should be taken within the office environment to protect organizational resources.

• Specifics of Remote Work:

  • Learn the unique cybersecurity challenges of remote work and how to secure data and systems outside the traditional office setting.

• Use of Social Networks:

  • Become aware of the potential security risks associated with the use of social networks and how to mitigate them.

• Software on Computers and Smartphones:

  • Understand the importance of keeping software up to date and the dangers of unauthorized applications to organizational security.

The course culminates in a Security Awareness Exam to assess the understanding and application of the information security principles covered throughout the course.