By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• Identify the subtle and overt signals of a potential data breach within common workplace tools and environments
• Categorize the sensitive data you handle and evaluate the potential consequences of its compromise
• Apply the golden rule immediately upon suspecting a security incident
• Plan your first 5-minute response by recalling immediate reporting channels and the crucial information
• Explain your pivotal role in the incident response process and what to expect from the IT team after you report
• Select strong, unique passphrases and create a plan for implementing multi-factor authentication (MFA) effectively
• Evaluate the incident response process to provide constructive feedback for improving company-wide security protocols
• Recognize evolving cyber threats, such as AI-powered phishing and QR code scams, to maintain continuous vigilance
• Solve a hypothetical breach scenario by applying the complete end-to-end response protocol, from recognition to recovery
• Summarize the long-term benefits of cyber vigilance—protecting data integrity, customer trust, and reputation

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• Analyze common cybersecurity risks faced by non-IT professionals and interpret how they impact operational resilience
• Identify the psychological triggers and red flags associated with social engineering attacks
• Apply robust authentication strategies, including the use of unique passphrases and MFA, to secure user accounts
• Assess the physical and digital security risks present in remote work environments, public spaces, and home networks
• Distinguish between legitimate communications and malicious attempts to compromise data integrity or confidentiality
• Plan secure workflows for handling, storing, and sharing sensitive data in cloud environments to reduce vulnerability
• Recognize the common symptoms of malware infections, including ransomware, and the vectors attackers use to deploy them
• Select appropriate tools and approved software to avoid the risks associated with "Shadow IT" and unpatched systems
• State the immediate incident response protocols to mitigate damage during a security event
• Summarize the role of the "Human" in maintaining a culture of vigilance and shared responsibility for cybersecurity