Why Your Team Might Be Your Biggest Security Risk

16 Jun

(And How to Turn Them Into Your Strongest Defence!)

Picture this: it's a typical Tuesday afternoon. But then you get an urgent email from the boss about updating a supplier's bank details. Seems legit, right? BUT … not necessarily!

That "urgent payment" might have just landed straight in a cyber criminal's pocket. Ouch!

Here's the thing - cyber baddies aren't just after your cash. Your business data is like gold dust to them … and they know exactly how to get it. Via your team! Not because your team is careless but because they're human. And humans? Well, we make mistakes. So, let's fix that!

Your roadmap to turning your team from a security weakness into your cyber security superheroes

1. Know where you stand

Check your team's current security know-how
Watch how they handle sensitive info
Spot those risky habits (we all have them!)

2. Find your weak spots

Which security threats matter most to your business?
Who has access to what?
Where are the knowledge gaps?

3. Train like you mean it

Make it:

Interactive (no snoozing allowed!)
Relevant to each role
Actually fun (yes, security training can be entertaining!)

4. Test it out

Run surprise phishing tests
Use interactive training tools
Make it like a game (but with serious lessons)

5. Set ground rules

Create clear policies about:

What's expected of them
Who's responsible for what
What happens if things go wrong

6. Keep It Fresh

Arrange regular refresher sessions
Share the latest scam news
Keep everyone in the loop

The Bottom Line 💡

Think of cyber security training like teaching someone to drive - you wouldn't just hand over the keys and hope for the best! Your team needs the right skills, knowledge, and confidence to keep your business safe.

When was the last time your team had any cyber security training? Getting expert help with security training is a really smart move, and we'd love to help.

Samuel Veillet