Information Security and Cyber Risk Awareness

For Clinical Researchers

An adaptable course tailored to equip your employees with the required knowledge to safeguard sensitive business data and foster a security-conscious culture throughout the organization.

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Learning Time

Clinical Researchers

25-30 minutes

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About this course

This course enables organizations to fortify their primary line of defense against cyber threats via comprehensive training in information security and cyber risk awareness. Participants will gain the expertise needed to recognize potential threats, protect sensitive data, and swiftly respond to security incidents within their roles.

Section 1: Cyber Threat Landscape for Clinical Researchers

In this module, we adopt a pragmatic approach, diving into real-world cyber security incidents rather than solely focusing on theory. This empowers participants to apply practical knowledge in their professional capacities, allowing them to implement measures to prevent similar incidents proactively. Furthermore, the course addresses incidents that have affected different stakeholders, deepening participants’ grasp of information security risks.

Section 2: Elements of Information Security for Clinical Researchers

This section delves into the foundational concepts of information security and highlights the importance of effective data management.

CIA Triad

Data Classification

Section 3: Common Cyberattacks and Prevention

This section examines the most common types of cyber threats and offers effective strategies for their prevention.

Phishing and Its Variations

Ransomware

Disinformation

Section 4: Practicing Information Security at Work

This section presents nine real-world challenges derived from practical scenarios and provides actionable strategies for employees in their day-to-day responsibilities.

Secure Access to Facilities

Safe Remote Working

Securing Access Credentials

Safe Internet Browsing

Safe usage of email and collaboration platforms

Safe Social Media Usage

Safe Usage of AI Applications

Safe Usage of Information Storage and Transfer

Section 5: Reporting Security Incidents

This section delves into instances of security incidents and offer guidance on how to report them effectively.

Overview of Information Security Incidents

Examples of Information Security Incidents

Reporting Security Incidents

Section 6: Summary and Assessment

In this section, we provide a condensed overview of the crucial takeaways from the course. Additionally, we administer a post-course assessment to evaluate participants’ understanding of the course content and their capacity to retain knowledge.

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