Insider Threat Foundation
About
The Insider Threat Foundation training course is designed to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of individuals’ potential risks within an organisation.
Insider threats, often overlooked, can result in significant harm to an organisation’s data, intellectual property, and overall security. This course aims to equip participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to identify, mitigate, and respond to insider threats effectively.
The course is classroom-led by an experienced instructor and includes interactive discussions, practical exercises and real world case studies to assist participants in gaining foundation understanding of insider threats.
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Optional: Organisations can seek in-house training.
Minimum of 10 attendees
Objectives
By the end of the course, participants will have a solid foundation in recognising, assessing, and responding to insider threats. Armed with this knowledge, organisations can enhance their security measures and better protect sensitive information from internal risks, ultimately strengthening their overall security resilience.
Topics Covered
- Understanding Insider Threats
- The Dynamics of Insider Sabotage
- The Dynamics of Insider Theft
- The Dynamics of Insider Fraud
- The Dynamics of Accidental Insider Threats
- Pathways to Critical Harm and Potential Motivations
- Case Studies of Insider Incidents
- Behavioural Indicators and Red Flags
- Best Practices for Mitigation Strategies
Benefits
- Understand the concept and importance of insider threat.
- Identify different types of insider threats, including malicious, negligent, and accidental threats.
- Recognise early warning signs and behaviours associated with insider threats.
- Develop strategies to mitigate insider threats through policies, procedures, and technologies.
- Learn to respond effectively to incidents involving insider threats
Who Should Attend
This course is suitable for cybersecurity professionals, IT administrators, human resources personnel, and anyone involved in managing and securing organisational assets. It is also beneficial for individuals interested in enhancing their understanding of insider threats and strengthening their organisation’s overall security posture.
Prerequisite
None.
Course Length
Three-Quarter Day Course.