Cyber security training is probably not the most exciting thing that your staff want to hear about, but it is critical for the security of your business. You cannot have escaped the media coverage regarding the cyber attack which affected the NHS and other organisations, and there is no doubt that “brute force” attacks will continue to affect smaller businesses. New data protection laws which come into force in 2018 will also raise the stakes for all businesses, requiring that certain data breaches be notified to the authorities.
So it’s really important to get your staff used to being more aware of the risks and how to reduce them. Don’t forget to remind them that good practice will protect them as individuals as well as your business – for example, getting used to complicated secure passwords will protect their personal finances and personal identity.
We would always advocate bringing in IT security specialists to make sure your systems are robust but since human error is often the route that hackers use to gain access to systems, then improving the habits of your staff can only be a good thing.
We can provide you with training guides that you can adapt to suit your own circumstances – request copies HERE. These guides cover a range of cyber security good practice including:
- Updating software
- Safe internet browsing
- Secure passwords
- Installing software
- Social Media
- Record-keeping
- Portable device security
- Travel precautions
- Social engineering
- Email security
- Phishing
- Social media
The threat from cyber attack is not going away and it is not just big firms that are affected. Start today by planning your staff training – request your FREE training guides HERE.