Course Outline
Foundations, Social Engineering, and the Work Environment
Employee Cybersecurity Essentials
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Understanding threats: The definition of cybersecurity and the critical role of every employee.
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Digital hygiene and password management: Crafting strong passwords, utilizing password managers, and adhering to the "unique password per service" principle.
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Clear desk and clear screen policies: Ensuring physical information security in office spaces.
Phishing and Social Engineering – Identifying Threats
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The psychology behind attacks: Understanding social engineering and why cybercriminals exploit urgency, fear, or authority (e.g., CEO Fraud, BEC).
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Phishing mechanics: Analyzing message headers, hidden links, and malicious attachments (using authentic examples for practice).
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Additional attack vectors: Vishing (voice-based phishing) and Smishing (SMS-based phishing).
Secure Remote and Mobile Work
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Network security: The risks of public Wi-Fi (in cafes, trains) and proper VPN usage.
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Device protection: Implementing disk encryption, screen locks, and avoiding unverified USB drives.
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Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) policies: Guidelines for using personal smartphones for business and maintaining data separation.
Tools, Regulations, and Incident Response
Cybersecurity within Microsoft 365
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Authentication: Practical application of Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA/2FA) for account security.
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Secure data sharing: Managing file and folder permissions in OneDrive and SharePoint (avoiding open "anyone with the link" access).
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Communication and collaboration: Using Microsoft Teams securely, including managing external guests and shared files.
Personal Data Protection and Practical GDPR
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Data classification: Distinguishing between public, confidential, sensitive, and personal data.
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GDPR in daily operations: Common errors causing data breaches (e.g., emailing the wrong recipient, neglecting BCC).
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Data sharing and disposal: Protocols for secure third-party transfers and permanent document deletion.
Security Incident Response
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Identifying incidents: Recognizing breaches such as lost devices, ransomware infections, or clicked phishing links.
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Reporting protocols: Identifying who to notify and the required timeframe (involving the IT Helpdesk, Security Officer, and Data Protection Officer).
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Key response rules: Isolating the device from the network, maintaining composure, and strictly avoiding DIY repairs or evidence deletion.
Requirements
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Fundamental skills in using computers and web browsers.
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Routine engagement with standard office tools (email, messaging platforms, and document processing).
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No specialized IT expertise is necessary – all technical concepts are framed through business value and daily workflows.
Target Audience
- All office and administrative staff, as well as middle management, across all departments.
- Strongly 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
