Programmes and activities educating staff about security risks and their responsibilities.
Security awareness encompasses training, communications, and activities that educate staff about security risks and their role in protection. Effective awareness programmes go beyond annual training to include regular communications, simulated phishing, posters, and security culture initiatives. People are often the weakest link—and potentially the strongest defence. Awareness programmes should be engaging, relevant, and measurable, covering topics like phishing recognition, password security, and incident reporting.
Why It Matters
The DSC Perspective:
Most breaches involve human factors—phishing, credential theft, social engineering. Awareness training is essential but must be engaging and ongoing to be effective. Measure results through phishing simulations and incident reports.