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How to Build a Cybersecurity Awareness and Training Program

Cybersecurity professionals possess many tools to reduce risk. However, it is no accident in a field so concerned with technology that technological tools are often prioritized over others: as the Law of Instrument says, “if the only tool you have is a hammer, it is tempting to treat everything as if it were a nail.” Therefore, cybersecurity professionals should not neglect the other tools, such as awareness and training.

Planning with Purpose: 10 Tips to Develop Your Year-Long Security and Compliance Training Program

Our team at KnowBe4 recently got together to talk about planning for annual security and compliance training. You might be thinking, “Aren’t you a little late in planning for the year? It’s March already...” We are actually talking about 2025. Not everyone trains millions of learners all around the world like we do, so your planning for compliance and security training might be on a different timescale.

JumpCloud is Now On Credly

JumpCloud certifications are now available on Credly’s digital credentialing platform. Note: Credly is an end-to-end solution for creating, issuing, and managing digital credentials used by thousands of organizations to showcase knowledge and achievements. IT professionals and JumpCloud partners can now share and monitor their JumpCloud achievements through Credly, along with any other credentials they may have.

11 Ways to Raise Cybersecurity Awareness in Your Employees

Employees are the backbone of any business and can sometimes also be its biggest security risk. Cybercriminals today often view employees as easy gateways to hacking organizations, and rightfully so. A recent study has found that 56% of leaders believe their employees lack cybersecurity knowledge. Such gaps in cybersecurity awareness can sometimes cost organizations huge losses in a data breach. As a business owner, are you taking any steps to raise your staff's awareness? This piece breaks down several useful ways to help you raise their awareness.

Prioritizing Cybersecurity Training in 2024: From Corporations to Individuals | Razorthorn Security

In 2024, let's make cybersecurity training a top priority! Join me in exploring the crucial need for training initiatives, from corporate security teams down to individual laptop users. In this video, we discuss the importance of fostering a culture of security awareness, ensuring everyone can recognize the signs of potential threats. From corporate environments to personal devices, cybersecurity is a shared responsibility. I address the significance of providing training that goes beyond making everyone a hacker but equips them with the knowledge to identify and respond to potential risks.

GenAI's Role in Upskilling to Close the Cybersecurity Skills Gap

The cybersecurity industry has a major people problem: it doesn’t have enough of them. The global shortage of more than 4 million cybersecurity workers isn’t a new phenomenon, but as digital and cloud initiatives accelerate, the effects are even more profound. This is especially true in the identity security domain.

Top 15 Best Free Online Courses to Learn About Cybersecurity

In an age where technology wraps around every corner of our lives, one must ponder the internet's darker, more dangerous side. One wrong click or download can cause problems for your accounts and personal data. Every week, headlines seem filled with news on the latest data breach, leak, or cyberattack on businesses or someone who has become a victim of the latest scam that has threatened their online data.

Outstanding ROI of Security Awareness Training

As an InfoSec professional, one of your important responsibilities is to minimize expensive downtime and prevent data breaches. Skyrocketing ransomware infections can shut down your network and exfiltrate data. Phishing is responsible for two‑thirds of ransomware infections. You know this and need help articulating the value of KnowBe4 to your CFO and leadership. This guide showcases real ROI experienced by KnowBe4 customers to help you present a strong business case for the investment.