Foundations of Cybersecurity for Small Business Teams: Building a Culture of Digital Safety

Course Overview

This foundational course is tailored for employees with little to no background in cybersecurity, working in small business environments. It introduces essential cybersecurity principles, common threats like phishing and malware, and practical, actionable steps to protect personal and company data.

With small businesses increasingly targeted by cybercriminals, fostering a culture of awareness is critical. This course empowers every employee to play an active role in safeguarding the organization by developing good digital habits and understanding the real-world risks of insecure behavior. Whether working remotely or in the office, the lessons here form the first line of defense in your business’s security posture.

Course Objectives: Upon successful completion of this course, employees will be able to:

• Understand the importance of cybersecurity for the business and their role in it.
• Identify common types of cyber threats and their potential impact on the business and individuals.
• Implement basic protection strategies for their workstations, data, and personal information.
• Recognize the fundamentals of network security and practice safe online browsing habits.
• Create and manage strong, unique passwords and understand the critical importance of multi-factor authentication (MFA).
• Detect the characteristics of phishing attempts and other common online scams, and know how to respond appropriately.
• Apply essential security best practices for using mobile devices securely.
• Adopt good practices for maintaining security and privacy while using the internet and social media platforms.
• Understand the initial steps to take when a cybersecurity incident is suspected or identified, and the importance of reporting.