For Professionals in any IT-enabled Industry
Cyber Security Awareness Essentials for Employees
A concise cyber security foundation course for employees across all industries. It covers 10 core cyber security skills, essential security principles, data protection, privacy, and secure remote work practices to strengthen the human firewall.
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Key Take-aways and Skills For Learners (Employees)
Cyber Threat Awareness
Understand how today’s most common attacks — from credential stuffing to social engineering — actually work. Learn to recognize early warning signs of malware, business email compromise (BEC), and targeted intrusions.
AI-Powered Phishing & Scam Prevention
Spot sophisticated phishing emails and deepfake scams powered by AI. Learn step-by-step how to verify suspicious messages, prevent ransomware infections, and protect your organization’s critical data.
Strong Authentication Practices
Master best practices in access control — from creating passphrases to enabling and managing multi-factor authentication (MFA). Learn how attackers bypass weak credentials and how to stop them.
Data Protection & Privacy
Gain practical know-how in classifying, storing, and transmitting sensitive data. Understand your legal responsibilities under data protection laws like GDPR, PDPA, and ISO 27001.
Incident Reporting & Response
Know exactly what to do when something feels “off.” Learn how to report potential threats internally, what information to provide, and how early reporting can contain damage and reduce downtime.
Who in Your Workforce Should Take This Course?
If your team accesses confidential data, client systems, or financial tools — this course is for them.
Recommended for:
Remote or Hybrid Employees
Anyone working outside the corporate perimeter, often relying on unsecured networks or personal devices.
Finance Teams
Accounts payable, payroll, and procurement staff who process transactions and handle financial data
HR & People Operations
Teams managing employee records, benefits, and personally identifiable information (PII).
Sales & Client Services
Staff communicating externally, often handling client data or documents.
Legal & Compliance Teams
Professionals who work with contracts, policies, and regulated data.
Executives & Managers
Decision-makers targeted by spear-phishing and business email compromise (BEC) attacks.
IT & Admin Support
Individuals with elevated access privileges or system control.
What’s Included in the Course?
This is a 45-minute interactive e-Learning module designed to deliver practical, high-impact learning in a short amount of time. Perfect for busy professionals.
The course includes:
10 Real-World Cyber Security Case Studies
10 Assessments with 22 Quiz Questions
Click-and-Learn Interactions
Certificate of Completion
Course Content
From understanding the latest cyber threats to mastering essential security best practices, each module equips your workforce with actionable skills to safeguard digital assets and maintain secure behaviors. The content is concise, practical, and tailored for professionals across industries, ensuring immediate applicability in their daily roles.
Section 1. The Current Cyber Threat Landscape
The digital world is evolving, and so are cyber threats. This section provides an overview of the current cyber threat landscape, highlighting emerging trends, common attack methods, and their impact on businesses. Participants will gain insights into the tactics used by cybercriminals and understand the importance of staying vigilant against evolving threats in today’s interconnected environment.
Research-Driven Insights
To create this section, we have used insights from the World Economic Forum Global Cyber Security Outlook – 2025, which highlights the most pressing cyber threats and emerging trends affecting businesses worldwide. This research-driven approach ensures that participants are equipped with the latest knowledge to address real-world cyber security challenges.
Section 2. Modern Cyber Attacks: Threats and Prevention
Cyber attacks are becoming more sophisticated, targeting organizations through advanced techniques and vulnerabilities. In this section, participants will explore common modern cyber threats—such as phishing, ransomware, and AI-driven scams—and learn effective prevention strategies. The focus is on recognizing attack patterns, understanding how they work, and applying best practices to defend against them.
Section 3. Cyber Security Best Practices for every Professional (10 Core Practices)
In today’s business environment, every employee plays a vital role in protecting company data and systems. This section presents 10 core cyber security practices, tailored for employees handling business data and using company systems. Each practice includes real-world examples and guidance to help employees apply secure behaviors in their daily work.
3.1. Secure Authentication
When accessing company systems, emails, or cloud services, employees must use strong, unique passwords and enable multi-factor authentication (MFA). This prevents unauthorized access to sensitive business data.
3.2. Identifying and Avoiding Phishing & AI-Driven Scams
Employees must stay alert to phishing emails, especially those impersonating vendors, clients, or executives. Be cautious of links or attachments and verify unusual requests through a known contact method.
3.3. Preventing and Responding to Ransomware Attacks
Employees should avoid downloading files from unknown sources and regularly back up their work. If a ransomware warning appears, disconnect from the network and contact the IT team immediately.
3.4. Identifying and Reporting Cyber Security Incidents
Report any unusual activity, such as unexpected system behavior or unauthorized access attempts, immediately to the security team. Quick reporting can prevent data breaches.
3.5. Safe Internet and Email Practices
Avoid accessing sensitive work systems on public Wi-Fi without a VPN. Always verify email attachments and links before clicking to prevent malware infections.
3.6. Preventing Data Mishandling & Unauthorized Access
Handle confidential business data according to company policies. Store files on secure platforms and limit access to authorized personnel only.
3.7. Securing Your Mobile Devices
Protect mobile devices that access company systems by enabling biometric authentication and encrypting data. Keep business apps updated and report lost devices immediately.
3.8. Securing Remote Work Environments
Ensure secure remote access to company systems by using the official VPN, keeping software updated, and locking your screen when away from your desk.
3.9. Safe Social Media Use
Be cautious about sharing company-related information on social platforms. Cybercriminals often gather intelligence from social media to target businesses.
3.10. Safe AI Usage Practices
Use AI tools in compliance with company policies. Do not input confidential business information into public AI models and verify outputs for accuracy.
Section 4. Data Protection and Privacy
This section covers key principles of data protection, privacy laws, and best practices for handling personal and organizational data securely. Participants will learn how to manage data responsibly and reduce the risk of privacy breaches.
Section 5. Summary and Results
In this final section, we recap key concepts covered throughout the course and highlight essential cyber security practices. Participants will review their progress and view the cumulative results of the assessments they undertook throughout the course.
Certification for Successful Learners
Recognize and celebrate your employees’ commitment to cybersecurity with an official certificate — personalized and company-branded.
Earn the Credential
Employees who complete the course and score 80% or higher on the assessments receive the Cyber Security Awareness Essentials for Employees.
Digital & Shareable
Certificates are delivered digitally and can be proudly shared on internal platforms or LinkedIn.
Company-Branded Certificate*
Each certificate features your organization’s name, reinforcing your internal security culture.
Drive Engagement
Certification encourages accountability and motivates learners to adopt and retain secure behavior at work.
License This Course for Your Organization
All our courses are available as part of our subscription plans.
- Full Access to All Courses – Get unlimited access to our entire training library containing courses and micro-learning.
- Progress Tracking & Analytics – Monitor employee progress with detailed insights.
- Company-Branded Certification – Recognize and certify successful learners. *
- Advanced behavior Analytics – Delve deep into learning data to identify poor cyber security behaviors and its impact. *
- Expert Support – Dedicated assistance to help you implement training effectively.
*Available in premium and custom plans.
Contact SalesFrequently Asked Questions
What key cyber security skills will our workforce acquire from this course?
This course equips employees with 10 core cyber security practices that will help them safeguard business data and systems. Key skills include secure authentication, identifying and preventing phishing and ransomware attacks, maintaining secure remote work environments, and applying data protection and privacy best practices. It focuses on real-world applications to ensure immediate relevance in daily roles.
How does this course ensure its content is relevant and up-to-date with current cyber threats?
The course is built on research-driven insights, carefully curated and validated by our in-house cyber security research team. It ensures that the content is up-to-date with the latest cyber threats, emerging trends, and attack methods, empowering your workforce to stay ahead of evolving risks in today’s interconnected digital landscape.
How will this course help employees respond to modern cyber attacks?
The course provides a deep dive into the most common modern cyber threats such as phishing, ransomware, and AI-driven scams. Employees will learn how to recognize attack patterns, understand how these attacks work, and implement effective prevention strategies to defend against them, minimizing the risk to your organization.
Can this course support the cyber security needs of teams working remotely or in hybrid environments?
Yes, the course includes a dedicated section on securing remote work environments, focusing on secure access through VPNs, updating software regularly, and ensuring mobile devices and online practices are secure. This is crucial for supporting teams that work remotely or in hybrid setups, making them more secure and vigilant in handling company systems.
How is employee progress evaluated in this course, and how can we track their development?
Employee progress is evaluated through integrated, step-by-step assessments at the end of each key section, which allows for continuous evaluation of understanding and skill application. There is no single final test; rather, assessments are strategically placed to ensure employees are consistently applying their learnings. Employees will also receive a certificate upon completion, which validates their achievement and reinforces the knowledge gained.
