Cyber Sentinel Academy

Cybersecurity and Awareness Training for Employees

1. Introduction to Cybersecurity

• Objective: Understanding the basics of cybersecurity.

• Topics:

  • Definition of cybersecurity.

  • Importance of cybersecurity in the modern workplace.

  • Common cybersecurity threats (e.g., malware, phishing, ransomware).

2. Understanding Cyber Threats

• Objective: Recognize and understand various cyber threats.

• Topics:

  • Types of malware: viruses, worms, trojan horses.

  • Phishing and social engineering attacks.

  • Ransomware and its impact on businesses.

3. Safe Online Practices

• Objective: Learn best practices for staying safe online.

• Topics:

  • Creating and managing strong passwords.

  • Safe browsing practices.

  • Secure use of social media.

4. Email Security

• Objective: Understand the risks associated with email and how to mitigate them.

• Topics:

  • Identifying phishing emails.

  • Safe handling of email attachments and links.

  • Importance of email encryption.

5. Data Protection and Privacy

• Objective: Learn how to protect sensitive data.

• Topics:

  • Understanding data classification (public, internal, confidential).

  • Best practices for handling sensitive data.

  • Privacy laws and regulations (e.g., GDPR).

6. Network Security

• Objective: Basics of securing corporate networks.

• Topics:

  • Introduction to network security.

  • Secure use of Wi-Fi and remote networks.

  • VPNs and their importance.

7. Incident Response and Reporting

• Objective: Understand how to respond to and report cybersecurity incidents.

• Topics:

  • Steps to take when a security breach occurs.

  • Reporting procedures and protocols.

  • Role of employees in incident response.

8. Hands-On Activities and Simulations

• Objective: Apply knowledge through practical exercises.

• Activities:

  • Simulated phishing email identification.

  • Password strength testing workshop.

  • Data protection role-play scenarios.

9. Conclusion and Evaluation

• Summary of key points.

• Q&A session.

• Feedback and evaluation forms for continuous improvement of the training program.

Additional Resources

• Access to online cybersecurity courses.

• Regular cybersecurity newsletters.

• Contact information for the IT security team.

support@cybersentinel.online