SAMSON TRAINING
Where Experience Meets Excellence
Cybersecurity is not only an IT responsibility. Employees play an important role in protecting organisational information, systems, devices and accounts.
Our Cybersecurity Awareness Training provides employees with practical knowledge to recognise common cyber threats and adopt safer digital working practices.
The course focuses on phishing, passwords, social engineering, suspicious communications, data protection, devices, remote working and incident reporting.
Course Outline
Module 1 – Introduction to Cybersecurity
• What is cybersecurity?
• Why employees matter
• Common cyber threats
• Business impact of cyber incidents
Module 2 – Phishing & Email Security
• Phishing emails
• Malicious links
• Attachments
• Spoofing
• Business email compromise
• Identifying suspicious messages
Module 3 – Password & Account Security
• Strong passwords
• Password managers
• Multi-factor authentication
• Account protection
• Password reuse
Module 4 – Social Engineering
• What is social engineering?
• Manipulation techniques
• Impersonation
• Urgency and pressure tactics
• Suspicious requests
Module 5 – Safe Internet & Device Use
• Secure browsing
• Downloads
• Software updates
• Device security
• Public Wi-Fi
• USB devices
Module 6 – Data Protection
• Protecting company information
• Personal data awareness
• Secure sharing
• Data loss risks
• Confidential information
Module 7 – Remote & Hybrid Working
• Home working security
• Secure devices
• Wi-Fi
• Video meetings
• Cloud services
• Physical security
Module 8 – Incident Reporting
• What to do if something goes wrong
• Reporting phishing
• Lost devices
• Suspected data breaches
• Reporting quickly
Module 9 – Practical Cybersecurity Scenarios
• Phishing simulation
• Social engineering scenario
• Password exercise
• Data protection scenario
• Incident response activity
Module 10 – Review & Assessment
• Knowledge assessment
• Practical review
• Key actions
• Certificate
Who the Course Is For
All employees, managers, supervisors, HR, administrative staff, remote workers and anyone using organisational IT systems.
Why This Training Is Important
Human behaviour is an important part of an organisation's cybersecurity environment. Awareness helps employees recognise threats and respond appropriately.
Course Objectives
Participants will:
• Recognise common cyber threats
• Identify phishing attempts
• Improve password security
• Understand social engineering
• Protect organisational information
• Use devices more securely
• Understand remote-working risks
• Report suspected incidents appropriately
Course Format & Delivery
1-day In-House or Live Online Webinar with demonstrations, scenarios, discussions and practical exercises.
Irish Legislation Supported
This course supports awareness of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018, alongside relevant Irish cybersecurity and data security requirements.
Why Choose Samson Training
• Practical cyber awareness
• Realistic phishing and social engineering scenarios
• Non-technical employee focus
• In-House and Online delivery
• Organisation-specific examples
• Certificate of Completion
FAQ's
Is this an IT course?
No. It is designed for all employees and focuses on practical cybersecurity awareness.
Does it cover phishing?
Yes.
Does it cover GDPR?
Yes, at an awareness level.
Is it suitable for remote workers?
Yes.
Can the course be delivered online?
Yes.
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