How information security awareness training creates a culture of security

When it comes to cyber security, staying safe isn’t just about ticking compliance boxes; it’s about fostering a security-first culture that prevents breaches, protects sensitive data, and keeps your organisation resilient.  Efficient information security awareness training is one of the best ways to manage your human risk.

Information security awareness training that delivers impact

Cyber threats are evolving faster thanks to GenAI tools and “Phishing as a Service” kits. Organisations that don’t manage their human risk by investing in information security awareness training are leaving themselves exposed. The IBM Cost of a Data Breach Report found that the global average cost of a data breach hit AUD 7.76 million in 2024 - a 10% increase over 2023. That’s a hefty price to pay for neglecting security awareness.

The good news is that investing in information security training now can significantly reduce the risk of breaches and costly incidents. A workforce with a healthy culture of security helps organisations detect and prevent cyber threats, ensuring security becomes part of daily operations rather than a last-minute checkbox exercise.

Building a security-first culture 

1. Manage human risk

Data breaches are often the result of human error. Your staff are human, and when things are busy or stressful or the email looks like ‘business as usual’, mistakes can happen.  By training employees to spot phishing attempts by questioning anything even slightly out of the ordinary, organisations can drastically lower their chances of falling victim to cyber attacks. 

2. Minimise incident response costs

A well-informed team is also less likely to take the bait from social engineering scams. Security awareness training, along with interactive quizzes and gamification, reduces the likelihood of successful cyber attacks linked to social engineering, cutting down on investigation, mitigation, and remediation costs. Fewer incidents mean less money spent on damage control.

3. Meet regulatory requirements 

While Australian regulations don’t penalise companies just for experiencing a breach, there are fines for failing to report ransomware incidents or data breaches under the Australian Cyber Security Strategy. Training helps organisations stay aware of their obligations and ensures teams understand what to do if an incident occurs.

4. Improve organisational resilience

Security isn’t just about following rules made to restrict you, it’s about building a workplace where employees take security seriously. When cyber security training is engaging, phun and ongoing, employees become active participants in defending against threats, making the entire organisation more resilient.

Effective information security training doesn’t just prevent cyber threats—it creates a culture of security that strengthens every aspect of your business. If you’re looking for a phish-free way to empower your employees and reduce risk, investing in the right training program is a no-brainer.

Embrace security awareness training to create a safety-minded workplace

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