Course Outline
Foundations, Social Engineering, and the Work Environment
Module 1: Cybersecurity Basics for Employees
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Introduction to threats: Defining cybersecurity and explaining why every employee plays a critical role.
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Digital hygiene and password management: Creating strong passwords, utilizing password managers, and adhering to the "one password per service" principle.
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Clear desk and clear screen policies: Implementing physical information security within office spaces.
Module 2: Phishing and Social Engineering – Recognizing Threats
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The psychology of attacks: Understanding social engineering and why cybercriminals exploit urgency, fear, or authority (e.g., CEO Fraud, BEC).
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Anatomy of phishing: Analyzing message headers, concealed links, and malicious attachments using exercises based on real-world examples.
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Alternative attack vectors: Exploring vishing (voice phishing) and smishing (SMS phishing).
Module 3: Secure Remote and Mobile Work
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Network security: Understanding the risks of public Wi-Fi networks (in cafes, on trains) and the correct use of VPNs.
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Device protection: Implementing disk encryption, screen locks, and avoiding unknown USB drives.
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Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) policy: Guidelines for using personal smartphones for business purposes and ensuring data separation.
Tools, Law, and Incident Response
Module 4: Cybersecurity in the Microsoft 365 Environment
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Login and verification: Practical application of Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA/2FA) for account access.
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Secure data sharing: Managing file and folder permissions in OneDrive and SharePoint to avoid "anyone with the link" access issues.
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Communication and collaboration: Securely using Microsoft Teams, including inviting external guests and controlling shared files.
Module 5: Personal Data Protection and GDPR in Practice
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Information classification: Distinguishing between public, confidential, sensitive, and personal data.
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GDPR in daily work: Identifying common mistakes that lead to personal data breaches (e.g., sending emails to incorrect recipients, neglecting to use BCC).
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Data sharing and disposal: Rules for securely transferring information to third parties and permanently deleting documents.
Module 6: Responding to Security Incidents
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Incident identification: Defining what constitutes a breach (e.g., lost phones, ransomware infections, clicking phishing links).
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Reporting procedures: Determining whom to inform and the required timeframes (roles of IT Helpdesk, Security Plenipotentiary, and Data Protection Officer).
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Golden rules for reaction: Disconnecting devices from the network, maintaining composure, and strictly avoiding DIY "fixes" or evidence deletion.
Requirements
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Proficiency with basic computer operations and web browsers.
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Routine use of standard office tools, including email, messaging applications, and document processing software.
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Specialized IT expertise is not required; all technical concepts are presented through the perspective of business value and everyday workflows.
Target Audience
- Office and administrative staff, as well as mid-level managers, across all departments.
- Especially recommended for hybrid or fully remote employees.
- Regular users of the Microsoft 365 ecosystem.
Testimonials (3)
Experience sharing, it's teacher's know-how and valuable.
Carey Fan - Logitech
Course - C/C++ Secure Coding
get to understand more about the product and some key differences between RHDS and open source OpenLDAP.
Jackie Xie - Westpac Banking Corporation
Course - 389 Directory Server for Administrators
the knowledge of the trainer was very high - he knew what he was talking about, and knew the answers to our questions
