Cyber security training - CapNet can help!
Cyber security training might seem like an unnecessary cost…
But do your staff know the difference between the many types of security threats? or how to report them?
Cyber security training is vital for any business. Many people assume that it’s the responsibility of the IT department to keep everyone safe online, but they can only work with the tools that they have, from a proactive management point of view, and then work with the company’s policies if a threat occurs.
The team at CapNet will do everything in their power to inform business owners of the ever-changing environment with the many tools at hand to reduce the risks to businesses. However, like everything, there are associated costs so the risk must be balanced along with the expectations of all parties.
Nothing is 100% secure. With the ever-changing environment and a minimum 30% increase in year-on and year-off cyber threats, a mixture of proactive, reactive, and agreed expectations should be set out and reviewed at least every year.
While your IT department (CapNet), will oversee your business network and the software you use, they can’t oversee what you or your team are doing online. They also can't see when you open spam emails or click compromising links, especially now that so many people are working outside the office environment.
There are steps we can all take to keep our businesses safe. Everyone in your team can benefit from additional training, especially during a time when hackers are finding new and unheard-of ways to obtain your company data and access systems.
For remote workers it’s even more important they know the signs of a potential data breach and receive extra support because home workers have been the most vulnerable to cyber-attacks.
The independent suggests, ‘organisations are finding it harder to monitor employees as they work from home during the pandemic, meaning companies may be less aware of the breaches and attacks their staff are facing.’
Cybercrime is rising at a dramatic pace. The best approach would be to implement a managed cybersecurity program for your business. This would consist of training, periodic testing along with penetration testing to ensure that you have adequate protection and reduced risk to the business.
We can also train the trainer. So, if you have a designated internal trainer, we can provide you with a bespoke cyber security package that enables you to deliver induction training, advanced training, and review guidance.
Here is a brief outline as to why security training will be useful for you and all your employees.
1. It’s a business obligation:
You have an obligation to your employees to ensure they have a minimum level of cyber security training, just as you do with health and safety. Managing the risk level for each member of your team depending on access control and job role is paramount.
2. It teaches staff the importance of being vigilant:
Additionally, to your internet usage policies, your team should understand the risks to your business and themselves, as well as the correct procedure for reporting a potential cyber threat.
You team should understand the risk of misusing company equipment, the controls that you have in place, and the process of investigations. This will dramatically reduce computer misuse and help to protect the business.
3. Everyone will understand the consequences of a security breach:
If you don’t know the risks and believe you have cover, or you believe your IT company is responsible for looking after security, it’s not enough for any business. Every business is different and can operate differently with many people. There is also a huge difference between companies that have implemented higher-level safeguards and those that don’t believe the additional costs are required.
It only takes one team member to cause a security breach that could stop the company from operating. (We recommend conducting a risk assessment). This will show you where you currently are and what risks are currently present. (With options and solutions to reduce the risks).
4. It’s a compliance obligation:
Many government-backed associations such as Cyber Essentials, IASMI, GDPR, ISO and ICO, state that among other conditions, all employees should have received adequate cyber security training. Your insurance company will also state the above. This can mitigate the risk of fines from the ICO and create negativity with your customers and suppliers.
5. It’s part of your customer’s expectations:
As detailed above, Cyber Essentials, IASMI and ISO standards enforce companies to check their supply chain before engaging in contractible work. This has increased over the past two years and will continue to become one of the largest reasons why contract tenders are refused.
6. Insurance providers won’t cover you without it:
Many companies have taken out cyber security insurance believing that they are covered in the event of a cyber breach. However, if you read the terms and conditions all companies enforce a level of standards and compliance which includes security training. This is documented and reviewed annually.
Don’t let your team fall victim to cyberattacks. We can educate them on dangerous threats so they can learn to recognise and report them!
If you have any more questions regarding our security training, then please give our experts a call today on 03454 705 704.