Strengthening Cybersecurity Awareness: Behavioral Based Training

How targeted phishing simulations enhanced employee vigilance and organizational security

Outcomes

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Heightened Awareness

Employees showcased improved understanding, reducing click rates on malicious links.

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Robust Reporting

Suspicious emails were reported more frequently, boosting confidence and diligence.

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Targeted Improvements

Clear vulnerabilities were identified, resulting in stronger cybersecurity protocols.

Makwa Global, a Tribal Enterprise, offers security, IT and cyber security, professional services, logistics, and construction to government agencies. It consists of small businesses certified under the SBA’s 8(a) and HUBZone programs.

Situation

Makwa Global faced an escalating threat of phishing attacks that jeopardized employee security and sensitive data. Previous awareness efforts failed to adequately prepare the workforce to recognize and respond effectively to these sophisticated threats, prompting a need for a comprehensive and impactful solution.

Impact

The lack of significant phishing awareness resulted in frequent breaches and data loss, undermining business operations and trust. Employee click rates on harmful links exposed critical vulnerabilities, costing the organization valuable time and resources while increasing its risk profile.

Ed ... we wanted to schedule you to do an all-hands review of this ... I find the consultant's behavior a bit alarming. I'd like to discuss whether there are additional measures/precautions we could take. I am open to your suggestions on how we may improve that communication/training ... Thank you, Ed. I would appreciate the walk-through and the brainstorming session to address ... behavior further.

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