With the recent rise in cyberattacks all over the world, cybersecurity should be the top priority of businesses of all sizes. Cyber criminals aren’t picky, they want to get rich at your expense and you should ensure that your first line of defence, your team, is regularly trained on cyber security.
In our previous blog we discussed that no matter the nature and size of your business, your organisation may be the next target of cyberattacks. Hackers aren’t particularly selective when it comes to choosing their next victim. Their aim is to gain access, do damage, stole or compromise data in the hope of financial gain.
As you read this blog there are thousands of people trying to steal your money, data or identity. We are here to help you avoid being a cyber victim!
In 2023, cybercrime cost the UK over £30.5 billion, a significant financial impact on organisations not to mention reputational damage.
Cybercrime entails a wide range of activities that are carried out using digital devices. These crimes include the use of technology to commit fraud, identity theft, data breaches, plant computer viruses and scams.
Cybersecurity refers to the practice of protecting networks, devices and data in your organisation from unauthorised access.
Let’s look at employee training in more detail!
Ongoing and frequent cybersecurity threats mean the need for frequent training.
According to a 2024 survey, 65% of respondents among Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) in the UK agreed that human error was their organisation’s biggest cyber vulnerability.
Based on other statistics, human error account for 95% of cybersecurity breaches, whether it is due to opening links in malicious emails or using weak passwords. Your employees are often the first line of defence to combat cyberattacks.
As cybercriminals come up with new ways of trying to access your network, your team needs to be aware of the latest tactics. Additionally, many industries such as healthcare and finance have strict regulatory guidelines that make regular training imperative.
Finally, successful cyberattacks can lead to reputational damage of your business and potentially the loss of customers. If you keep up with cybersecurity training, you can be sure that you have taken a step towards protecting your business and customers.
Now that we understand why cybersecurity training is essential let’s talk about how often you should conduct them.
A well-informed, vigilant team can be more efficient in combatting cyber threats than you think. So, we recommend the following:
6. New employees should receive cybersecurity training as part of their on-boarding process. It is crucial that new hires are familiar with company policies and practices with regards to data protection and cybersecurity.
You may think that such frequent training will seem dull, and your team won’t be paying attention because they will find it repetitive. It might be a good idea to gamify these training sessions to make them more engaging.
So, there you have it, your continuous efforts to combat cyber threats will most definitely pay off.
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Agnes is Syn-Star’s expert content writer, she has Master’s degree in English Literature that provides a strong foundation in writing and critical thinking of everything she does.
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Qualifications: Masters in English Literature
In-house training: HubSpot SEO, WordPress Training.
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