Improving employees' cyber security awareness
Grayson Kemper · Computer Fraud & Security · 2019
In 2019, employees still aren't convinced about their company's vulnerability to cybercrimes. While immensely frustrating for employers, employees’ disposition on this matter aligns with the general public's unawareness or failure to address data security. Employees still aren't convinced about their company's vulnerability to cybercrime, and this aligns with the general public's unawareness or failure to address data security. Employees are the primary vulnerability at a company, regardless of the size or scale. To reduce the risk they pose to your company's security, consider creative ways to engage and encourage employees to proactively contribute to your cyber security. Starting from the top of your organisation, design a cyber security policy and compliance plan that educates and incentivises employees to learn and follow security best practices, says Grayson Kemper of Clutch.