InfoSec Awareness: Phishing, Ransomware & Passwords
The Open Source Information Security Awareness course is a 4-hour modular program that equips employees, IT staff, and managers with essential skills to recognize phishing, malware, and social engineering attacks, directly addressing the human factor behind 85% of breaches. Designed for all organizational levels, it builds a security-first culture by teaching secure browsing, password hygiene, and breach response, empowering non-technical roles to actively protect sensitive data. This training aligns with NIST and ISO 27001 awareness standards to help learners reduce organizational risk, support compliance, and contribute to a resilient security posture in evolving threat landscapes.
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Course Overview
The Open Source Information Security Awareness course equips professionals with foundational knowledge to combat cyber threats through proactive security practices. Designed for roles such as Security Awareness Officers, IT Managers, and Compliance Analysts, this training addresses critical areas including phishing prevention, secure coding principles (OWASP Top 10), data privacy regulations (GDPR/CCPA), and ransomware defense. With human error contributing to over 90% of breaches, organizations increasingly prioritize awareness programs—74% of enterprises now mandate annual security training for employees, according to SANS Institute’s 2025 Security Awareness Report. This demand underscores the need for skilled personnel who can implement effective, behavior-driven security cultures across departments.
Participants engage with hands-on learning through interactive modules using tools like OWASP Security Shepherd, a real-vulnerability simulation platform, and OpenSSF Scorecard for open-source project risk assessment. The lab environment includes gamified scenarios such as phishing simulations, CEO fraud exercises, and password strength challenges, all accessible via SCORM-compliant LMS platforms. Students configure secure development workflows by integrating Software Bill of Materials (SBOMs) and dependency scanners into CI/CD pipelines, mirroring real-world DevSecOps practices. One key project involves conducting a full privacy self-assessment for an open-source application, identifying PII exposure risks and implementing mitigation controls aligned with NIST privacy frameworks.
This course prepares learners for industry-recognized credentials such as the GIAC Information Security Fundamentals (GISF) certification, which validates core competencies in threat awareness, identity management, and network security. Certified professionals report career advancement opportunities, with information security analysts earning a median salary of $124,910 per year (BLS, May 2024). Koenig Solutions enhances preparation with Guaranteed-to-Run scheduling and access to official OpenSSF and OWASP courseware, ensuring up-to-date, vendor-aligned content. Graduates gain practical expertise that supports progression into roles focused on governance, risk management, and secure software development within high-demand sectors like finance, healthcare, and cloud services.
What You'll Learn
Prerequisites
- Basic knowledge of IT concepts, essential for understanding cybersecurity fundamentals in Open Source's Information Security Awareness course
- Familiarity with computer networks such as TCP/IP and DNS, crucial for grasping network security principles
- Experience with common operating systems like Windows and Linux, which helps in recognizing security vulnerabilities
- Awareness of internet security threats including phishing, malware, and social engineering, vital for protecting digital assets
- Understanding authentication methods like passwords, multi-factor authentication (MFA), and biometrics, key to strengthening access controls
- Experience in adhering to organizational security policies and procedures, ensuring compliance and reducing security risks
Certification Exam
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What's Included in Your Training
Every enrollment comes packed with resources to maximise your learning and exam success
Exam Preparation Materials
Practice Test Questions (200+)
Certificate of Completion
Post-Training Support (30 days)
Session Recording Access
Free Rescheduling (7+ days notice)
Career Outcomes
of InfoSec Awareness: Phishing, Ransomware & Passwords certified professionals report career advancement within 6 months
Salary Impact
Average salary increase reported after obtaining the InfoSec Awareness: Phishing, Ransomware & Passwords certification
*Source: Glassdoor / LinkedIn 2025
Job Roles
- Security Awareness Officer
- Information Security Trainer
- Human Risk Specialist
- Security Culture Manager
- Awareness Program Coordinator
- InfoSec Communications Specialist
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