Information security e-learning in line with ISO 27001 requirements
/EINPresswire.com/IT Governance Ltd, the ISO 27001 and information security experts reported that e-learning is seen as a favourite method by employers to introduce staff to information security - a topic of critical importance for businesses worldwide. The company has seen a growing interest in their Information Security and ISO 27001 Staff Awareness e-learning course from both UK and international organisations (www.itgovernance.co.uk/products/3338).
Many cyber attacks are targeted at members of staff. Cybercriminals are likely to exploit the vulnerability of the system and lure employees into clicking on a link to a malicious website or downloading a file loaded with malware. The human error factor is a huge problem for many companies where staff are unaware of their responsibilities when downloading web content and tend to be negligent when dealing with sensible information.
It should be noted that clause 8.2.2 of ISO 27002, the Code of Information Security best practice, sets out, that security issues are addressed at the employee level . The code implies that a firm foundation is built for an employee to understand the implications of his/her actions and be mindful of these in his/her daily activities.
E-learning is a proven technique in educating staff in fundamental information security principles, and it has the capacity to enhance any organisation's cyber security to protect it from falling prey to cyber attacks directed at stealing privileged business information.
Obvious benefits such as flexible and customisable features, lack of travelling or other course attendance costs, and the convenience for employees to study from the desk top and in their spare time, make it an ideal option for small and large firms.
The Information Security and ISO 27001 Staff Awareness e-learning course 9www.itgovernance.co.uk/products/3338) aims to help employees understand the organisation's information and compliance risks in-line with ISO 27001, thereby reducing the organisation's liability due to security failures. The course not only familiarises the learners with the basics of information security, including security threats via emails, the Internet and at the workplace, but also introduces the learners to the policies on incident reporting and responses.
"Information security is critical in the current business environment," says Alan Calder, CEO of IT Governance. "Our non-technical course is easily digestible whilst it helps employees to understand the implications of their actions and be mindful of these in their daily activities. We believe it will add value to every organisation and is a significant step forward in terms of quality and traceability of staff awareness training."
The 40-minute their Information Security and ISO 27001 Staff Awareness e-learning course (www.itgovernance.co.uk/products/3338)is a comprehensive course which has been developed drawing on ITG's track record of delivering staff awareness courses to client organisations. Employers can track training across all members of staff, whilst employees can evidence their understanding of the subject by passing the integral online test which is accompanied by a certificate. Employees who are involved in processing information, use information technology in their daily job or who use the Internet as a means of conducting business will benefit highly form this course.
One-year user licences can be purchased individually for just £45 each or in bulk at discounted prices, here www.itgovernance.co.uk/products/3338. For larger numbers of users, a customisable version of the course is available which enables clients to closely tie the e-learning content to their own procedures and culture. Organisations can make purchases with a purchase order either by telephone +44 (0) 845 070 1750 or by e-mail to servicecentre@itgovernance.co.uk.
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FOR FURTHER INFORMATION
Desi Aleksandrova Marketing Executive
+44 (0) 845 070 1750
daleksandrova@itgovernance.co.uk
NOTES TO EDITORS
IT Governance Ltd is the one-stop shop for books, tools, training and consultancy for Governance, Risk Management and Compliance. It is a leading authority on data security and IT governance for business and the public sector. IT Governance is 'non-geek', approaching IT issues from a non-technology background and talking to management in its own language. Its customer base spans Europe, the Americas, the Middle East and Asia. More information is available at www.itgovernance.co.uk.
Many cyber attacks are targeted at members of staff. Cybercriminals are likely to exploit the vulnerability of the system and lure employees into clicking on a link to a malicious website or downloading a file loaded with malware. The human error factor is a huge problem for many companies where staff are unaware of their responsibilities when downloading web content and tend to be negligent when dealing with sensible information.
It should be noted that clause 8.2.2 of ISO 27002, the Code of Information Security best practice, sets out, that security issues are addressed at the employee level . The code implies that a firm foundation is built for an employee to understand the implications of his/her actions and be mindful of these in his/her daily activities.
E-learning is a proven technique in educating staff in fundamental information security principles, and it has the capacity to enhance any organisation's cyber security to protect it from falling prey to cyber attacks directed at stealing privileged business information.
Obvious benefits such as flexible and customisable features, lack of travelling or other course attendance costs, and the convenience for employees to study from the desk top and in their spare time, make it an ideal option for small and large firms.
The Information Security and ISO 27001 Staff Awareness e-learning course 9www.itgovernance.co.uk/products/3338) aims to help employees understand the organisation's information and compliance risks in-line with ISO 27001, thereby reducing the organisation's liability due to security failures. The course not only familiarises the learners with the basics of information security, including security threats via emails, the Internet and at the workplace, but also introduces the learners to the policies on incident reporting and responses.
"Information security is critical in the current business environment," says Alan Calder, CEO of IT Governance. "Our non-technical course is easily digestible whilst it helps employees to understand the implications of their actions and be mindful of these in their daily activities. We believe it will add value to every organisation and is a significant step forward in terms of quality and traceability of staff awareness training."
The 40-minute their Information Security and ISO 27001 Staff Awareness e-learning course (www.itgovernance.co.uk/products/3338)is a comprehensive course which has been developed drawing on ITG's track record of delivering staff awareness courses to client organisations. Employers can track training across all members of staff, whilst employees can evidence their understanding of the subject by passing the integral online test which is accompanied by a certificate. Employees who are involved in processing information, use information technology in their daily job or who use the Internet as a means of conducting business will benefit highly form this course.
One-year user licences can be purchased individually for just £45 each or in bulk at discounted prices, here www.itgovernance.co.uk/products/3338. For larger numbers of users, a customisable version of the course is available which enables clients to closely tie the e-learning content to their own procedures and culture. Organisations can make purchases with a purchase order either by telephone +44 (0) 845 070 1750 or by e-mail to servicecentre@itgovernance.co.uk.
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FOR FURTHER INFORMATION
Desi Aleksandrova Marketing Executive
+44 (0) 845 070 1750
daleksandrova@itgovernance.co.uk
NOTES TO EDITORS
IT Governance Ltd is the one-stop shop for books, tools, training and consultancy for Governance, Risk Management and Compliance. It is a leading authority on data security and IT governance for business and the public sector. IT Governance is 'non-geek', approaching IT issues from a non-technology background and talking to management in its own language. Its customer base spans Europe, the Americas, the Middle East and Asia. More information is available at www.itgovernance.co.uk.
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