Cyber Security Training for Managers
Accredited by the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), cyber security training for managers ensures those who hold significant responsibility in an organisation understand the risks when working with suppliers, how to mitigate these risks and what to do if an incident occurs.
Cybercrime is growing by 15% a year and 50% of UK businesses were attacked in 2023. In the same year, data breaches cost businesses approximately £3.49 million.
Under GDPR, organisations can face substantial fines for data breaches resulting from cybercrime, so it is important that managers and stakeholders have a comprehensive understanding of cyber security.
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Cyber Security Training for Managers
Cyber security training for managers ensures those who hold significant responsibility in an organisation have the knowledge and skills to mitigate risks.
£25
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What are the benefits of our cyber security training for managers course?
- Raises awareness of the security risks when working with supply chains and the risk mitigation strategies that can be implemented.
- Highlights the benefits of well-documented and tested incident response procedures and what these should include.
- Ensures managers know what action to take in the event of a cyber security incident.
- NCSC accreditation provides assurance of high-quality, government-recognised cyber security training.
- SCORM Compliant.
- Online training can be completed at the employee’s own pace.
- Interactive training to keep participants engaged throughout.
- Multiple choice quizzes so participants can check their understanding as they go.
- Summaries at the end of each section to enhance understanding.
Course duration
Cyber security training for managers takes approximately 25- 30 minutes to complete.
Who should take this course?
This course provides managers, senior executives and board members with the fundamental knowledge and skills to proactively manage cyber security in their organisation.
If you are looking for a cyber security course for employees across your organisation, please note we also offer cyber security awareness training for employees which is suitable for everyone who has access to IT systems.
NCSC Accredited Training
The course holds accreditation from the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), ensuring it meets high standards and is regularly updated with the latest cybersecurity best practices.
Our accreditations mean you can be confident that we deliver high-quality, effective eLearning that forms part of a professional development programme.
We pride ourselves on our extensive certification and accreditation. We’re CPD Certified and this course is SCORM compliant which means it can be integrated as part of your existing LMS or used as part of our SHINE learning management system.
Learn more about our health and safety accreditations.
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Assessment
At the end of cyber security management training there are 10 multiple choice questions to answer, and the pass mark is 80%.
Certificate
If you complete cyber security training for managers on SHINE, you will receive a certificate on successful completion of the course which is downloadable as a PDF file.
Course aims
By the end of cyber security training for managers, participants will understand:
- The cyber security risks of managing a supply chain.
- How to identify potential security gaps
- How to improve and maintain supply chain security.
- Ways to prepare for a cyber-attack.
- What an incident response plan should contain.
- Best practices for responding to a cyber-attack.
Course Overview
1. Understanding the risks
Covering the cyber security risks associated with supply chains.
How to identify where the risks lie in a supply chain and how to mitigate risks through assurance activities such as cyber security reporting, right to audit and key performance indicators.
2. Preparing for a cyber attack
The advantages of having a well-documented and tested incident response plan.
Establishing a cyber incident response team (CIRT) and what to include in an incident response plan.
3. Mock incident and exercises
Why it is important to regularly test an incident response plan.
The resources the CIRT team should have access to, so they understand the organisation’s network, logs and assets to enable them to triage and analyse incidents.
The importance of ensuring only people with appropriate skills carry out containment and remediation activities during an incident and what to do if the organisation does not have appropriate in-house resources.
4. Managing incidents
How to respond if there is a cyber security incident, following the organisation’s incident response plan.
What action to take once an incident has been contained and eradicated to ensure a similar incident does not happen in future.
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Cyber Security FAQs
Do you offer cyber security training for employees?
Yes, we offer a separate Cyber Security Awareness Training for Employees course that is suitable for all employees with access to IT systems. This course helps employees understand the basics of cyber security and how to protect the organisation from potential threats.
How does this course help prevent cyber-attacks?
This course equips managers with the knowledge to identify potential vulnerabilities, improve supply chain security, and implement robust incident
response plans. By knowing how to manage and mitigate risks, managers can play
a key role in preventing cyber-attacks and reducing the impact of potential
breaches.
How will this course help with compliance and legal obligations?
This training covers best practices for handling sensitive data and complying with regulations such as GDPR. Managers will learn how to safeguard personal and business information, reducing the risk of fines for non-compliance and ensuring robust security practices throughout the organisation.
How can this course improve our organisation’s incident response?
This course teaches managers how to develop and test incident response plans, ensuring your organisation can respond effectively in the event of a cyber-attack. With the right preparation, you can reduce the downtime and financial impact caused by breaches.
What kind of support can I expect if I encounter issues with the course?
We offer full technical support to ensure a smooth experience, whether you’re using our SHINE platform or integrating the course into your LMS. Additionally, our customer support team is available to answer any questions related to course content or compliance.
What happens if someone fails the course
assessment?
Participants who don’t pass the assessment on their first attempt can review the course material and retake the assessment. The course is designed to support learning, with interactive elements and quizzes to reinforce understanding throughout.
Why do managers need specific cyber security training?
Managers have a crucial role in overseeing cyber security strategies, managing supply chains, and ensuring the organisation’s preparedness in the event of an attack. While employee training is essential, managers need deeper insights to mitigate risks, make strategic decisions, and lead incident response efforts.
We’ve never experienced a cyber-attack—why is this training necessary?
Even if your organisation has not yet been targeted, cyber threats are increasing. Training managers in cyber security ensures your organisation is proactive in preventing attacks, rather than reactive when they occur. This is a critical part of protecting your business’s finances, reputation, and legal standing.
Can this training be tailored to the needs of my organisation?
Yes, the course can be tailored to suit your organisation’s specific needs, especially in the virtual or face-to-face learning formats. This ensures that the training directly addresses the unique cyber risks your business may face.
How often should managers undergo cyber security training?
Cyber threats evolve rapidly, so it’s recommended that managers take part in cyber security training annually or whenever there are significant changes in your organisation’s cyber security infrastructure or strategy.
Is there a discount if I need to train a large team?
Yes, we offer volume discounts for businesses that need to train multiple employees. Please contact us to discuss your requirements, and we can provide pricing based on your team size.
How quickly can this training be rolled out to my team?
Once purchased, the course can be accessed immediately through our SHINE platform or integrated into your existing LMS, allowing employees to begin training right away.
Can I monitor employee progress throughout the training?
Yes, if using the SHINE platform, you can track employees’ progress, view completion rates, and download certificates for compliance records.
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How is it delivered?
Cyber security training for managers is delivered online or through a computer network to each trainee at their desktop, laptop or mobile device.
We can also provide the course to be integrated into a SCORM compliant LMS.
Training can be completed at the employee’s own pace by “bookmarking” and recording progress and returning to the training later.
SHINE – compliance record keeping
The Praxis42 Digital Platform SHINE is our advanced eLearning management system and helps organisations deliver effective online learning for their employees.
A cost-effective tool for compliance record-keeping, SHINE allows you to view and manage employee training records easily. Individual training certificates can be printed as proof of compliance for audits or visits from enforcing agencies.
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