Cybersecurity Fundamentals

Equip your team with the knowledge and practical tools to identify, prevent, and respond to cyber threats, creating a security-first culture across your organisation.

Workshop Overview

In today’s digital world, cybersecurity is a business-critical issue. Every organisation, regardless of size or industry, faces risks from cyber threats that can disrupt operations, damage reputations, and lead to costly breaches.

The Cybersecurity Fundamentals workshop demystifies cybersecurity, translating complex technical concepts into accessible and actionable strategies for non-technical professionals. Participants will learn how to recognise common threats, develop preventative strategies, and respond effectively to incidents.

This practical, interactive workshop enables individuals and teams to protect themselves and their organisations in an increasingly digital landscape.

What You’ll Learn

Understand core cybersecurity principles: availability, integrity, confidentiality
Define key cybersecurity terminology relevant to business operations
Recognise common cyber threats and how they occur (e.g., phishing, social engineering)
Identify early signs of a cybersecurity breach and appropriate responses
Apply best-practice security techniques, such as strong passwords and multi-factor authentication
Understand relevant legal frameworks, including data protection and breach notification laws
Build a cybersecurity-aware culture within their organisation

Workshop Topics

What is Cybersecurity? – Learn the fundamentals, including data protection across devices, networks, and cloud services
Understanding Cyber Threats – Explore threat types, indicators, attack vectors, and motivations of threat actors
Practical Measures (Access Management) – Implement secure passwords, MFA, and privilege management
Practical Measures (Phishing & Social Engineering) – Identify and prevent deceptive attacks; review the Australian Cyber Security Centre’s Essential 8
Incident Response – Explore incident phases and how to develop an effective response plan
Regulations & Compliance – Understand laws like the Privacy Act, breach obligations, and handling Personal Identifiable Information (PII)
Cybersecurity Culture – Promote awareness, communication, and shared responsibility across teams

Why Choose This Workshop?

EXPERT-LED TRAINING

Facilitated by industry professionals with deep Cybersecurity experience

PRACTICAL & ACTIONABLE

Focus on real-world scenarios, tools, and techniques you can use immediately

SECURITY-FIRST CULTURE

Empower your team to play an active role in protecting your organisation

Workshop Delivery & Materials

Assets: Downloadable course notes, tools, and resources
Certification: Certificate of Completion & Digital Badge