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Security Awareness Training Services
Security awareness training is essential to protecting your organization from cyber threats. Employees are the first line of defense, and equipping them with the skills to recognize phishing, social engineering, and other attacks helps prevent costly security incidents. Regular training reduces human error and strengthens overall cybersecurity.
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Building a Cyber-Resilient Workforce
Effective security awareness training empowers employees to recognize and respond to cyber threats before they become costly incidents. Attackers constantly refine their tactics, using phishing, social engineering, and other deceptive methods to exploit human vulnerabilities. Organizations must take a proactive approach by providing continuous education, reinforcement, and hands-on simulations to ensure employees stay alert to evolving risks.
Regular training helps employees identify threats such as phishing scams, pretexting, baiting, tailgating, and business email compromise (BEC) schemes. Our programs can be customized to fit an organization’s unique needs, offered in-person or virtually, and tailored to align with specific regulatory requirements such as HIPAA, PCI DSS, or other compliance frameworks. By reinforcing security best practices and providing targeted education, organizations can reduce human error and foster a strong culture of cybersecurity awareness.
Enhancing Security Awareness Across All Industries
Compass provides tailored IT awareness training to help organizations build a strong defense against cyber threats. Our training is essential for industries such as utilities and legal services, where data protection and regulatory compliance are top priorities. We also support the construction sector, where secure collaboration is crucial, and local government entities, which must defend against social engineering attacks. By equipping employees with the knowledge to recognize and respond to cyber threats, we help businesses across all industries create a more resilient security culture. Additional industries we serve include:
Key Elements of Security Awareness Training
Engaging Content – Use real-world scenarios and interactive elements to improve retention.
Ongoing Training – Regular sessions and refreshers keep employees aware of evolving threats.
Simulated Attacks – Phishing tests and social engineering exercises reinforce awareness.
Policy Reinforcement – Educate on security policies, safe practices, and incident reporting.
Measurable Progress – Track engagement and adjust content based on employee performance.
Leadership Support – Encourage a strong security culture with executive buy-in.
Security Awareness Training Frequently Asked Questions
Security awareness training is an educational program designed to help employees recognize and respond to cybersecurity threats, such as phishing, social engineering, and malware attacks. It covers best practices for identifying suspicious emails, safeguarding sensitive data, using strong passwords, and following company security policies. Regular training helps reduce human error, strengthen an organization’s overall security posture, and ensure compliance with industry regulations.
The main objective of security awareness training is to educate employees on cybersecurity risks and best practices to reduce human error and prevent security breaches. By increasing awareness of threats like phishing, social engineering, and malware, training helps employees recognize and respond to potential attacks, protecting sensitive data and maintaining compliance with industry regulations. A well-trained workforce strengthens an organization’s overall security posture and reduces the risk of cyber incidents.
The cost of cybersecurity awareness training can vary widely based on factors such as the size of your organization, the depth and duration of the training program, and whether you opt for off-the-shelf or customized solutions. Prices may start at a few dollars per employee for basic online modules and increase for comprehensive programs that include interactive in-person sessions, simulated phishing exercises, custom content, and ongoing support. It's best to request tailored quotes from providers to match your specific cybersecurity awareness training needs and budget.
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