Establishing a baseline for cybersecurity

by Chamber Patron Timeless IMS

The weakest link in any organisation’s cybersecurity structure is often its employees.

To address this vulnerability, it is crucial to have a baseline understanding of where employees stand in terms of their cybersecurity knowledge. This insight will form the foundation upon which effective training and comprehensive cybersecurity protection for your business can be built.

A baseline in cybersecurity knowledge refers to the level of understanding that employees possess in regards to various aspects of cybersecurity. This includes awareness of potential threats, cybersecurity best practices, data protection, secure communication, safe internet usage, and identifying phishing attempts, amongst other critical areas.

By establishing this baseline, your company can gain an insight into its employees’ current awareness level and skills related to your cybersecurity. This knowledge is essential in devising targeted security training to address the specific gaps and shortcomings in your employee’s understanding and behaviour. By implementing these focused training programmes, you can help to defend your business against specific threats that you may encounter, while ensuring that your team receives the right training and skills they need to remain vigilant. For instance, if your employees lack knowledge about phishing attacks, your training can focus on identifying phishing attempts. You can then implement the best strategies to reduce the risk of falling victim to such attacks. This enhances the efficiency and effectiveness of training and ultimately strengthens your company’s cybersecurity posture by preparing your employees for potential threats.

Once the baseline is established and initial training initiatives are rolled out, it is important to monitor employees’ progress. By continually reassessing their cybersecurity knowledge, you can help track improvements, identify persistent weaknesses, and adapt training programmes accordingly. The need for ongoing education and reinforcement of cybersecurity knowledge will never disappear. Your business can stay ahead of emerging threats by regularly reassessing your employee’s cybersecurity knowledge.

The value of this insight cannot be overstated. Understanding how knowledgeable your employees are of cybersecurity threats and best practises serves as the foundation for tailored training and ultimately, your cybersecurity structure. Investing in employee cybersecurity education not only protects your business but also instils the importance of cybersecurity across your organisation, which is essential in your long-term success and resilience to cyberattacks. At Timeless IMS, we can offer your staff comprehensive cybersecurity training on a weekly basis. Gain insight into your team’s cybersecurity knowledge, contact us today!

By establishing this baseline, your company can gain an insight into its employees’ current awareness level and skills related to your cybersecurity. This knowledge is essential in devising targeted security training to address the specific gaps and shortcomings in your employee’s understanding and behaviour.