Cybersecurity For Supervisors - Employee Practices And Policies: Employee Policies

Course Description

The course emphasizes the critical role of employees in maintaining cyber security within an organization. Participants will learn about the potential risks posed by cyber criminals targeting employees and third-party contractors through various methods like phishing, malware, and adware. The course covers essential security practices, including the development of a robust hiring process, data access controls for employees, security training, and the proper handling of sensitive data. Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of data protection measures to mitigate risks and maintain a strong security culture.

Learning Objectives:

1. Identify the potential cyber security risks that employees and third-party contractors may face, such as phishing attacks and malware infections.
2. Develop effective data access controls based on employee roles and responsibilities to protect sensitive data from unauthorized access.
3. Implement a comprehensive security awareness training program that covers system vulnerabilities, proper password usage, reporting incidents, and handling sensitive data.