How are cybersecurity pros engaging employees today—and preparing for 2025?

In partnership with the Security Awareness Professionals Community (SAPC), Aware Force hosted a webinar that brought together thought leaders to share actionable strategies for engaging employees in cybersecurity practices.

From relatable phishing examples to a heartfelt story of a parent helping their son navigate a social engineering attack on Snapchat, the webinar offered real-world insights into how cybersecurity touches every aspect of our lives.

Fast-paced and packed with practical advice, expert insights, and actionable ideas, this session will inspire your approach to cybersecurity awareness and help you turn employees into your organization’s strongest line of defense.

Key Themes Discussed:

• Creating a Culture of Empathy and Engagement: Emphasizing understanding over fear, the panel highlighted the importance of meeting employees where they are, addressing varying levels of technical knowledge, and fostering a collaborative environment.
• Rethinking Phishing Awareness: Instead of focusing solely on “don’t click,” the discussion shifted towards encouraging employees to report suspicious activities. Interactive training and simulations, such as quarterly phishing competitions, were shared as impactful tools to drive engagement.
• Empowering Employees Through Personal Connection: By teaching employees how cybersecurity impacts their personal lives—like protecting social media accounts and bank logins—companies can inspire stronger. workplace practices.
• The Role of AI and Emerging Threats: Speakers explored how - AI advancements enable attackers to craft more convincing phishing attempts, underscoring the need for governance and vigilance in adopting new technologies.
• Building Trust in Cybersecurity: Avoiding shame and punishment for mistakes, the panel encouraged normalizing errors while focusing on how to respond effectively after incidents.

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