Cybersecurity training often conjures images of tedious lectures and monotonous slideshows. However, innovative approaches are transforming this essential education into engaging and enjoyable experiences. By incorporating storytelling, gamification, and relatable characters, training becomes not only informative but also memorable.
“While chatting with one of our clients recently, they shared a surprising insight: ‘I never thought cybersecurity training could be so entertaining. I’m actually looking forward to the next one!‘ Their staff has been using our online cybersecurity training, and the response has been overwhelmingly positive.”
– Mark Williams, Senior Client Relations Manager at b2b
(Personic is part of the b2b IT Services group).
Here’s a bit more on how our cybersecurity training provider really does make the training engaging:
- Story-Driven Lessons: Using episodes created by award-winning animators, story-based training keeps learners hooked and helps lessons stick.
- Meet DeeDee: A mischievous “real-world hacker” character introduces realistic cyber threats like phishing and social engineering, making the risks relatable.
- Gamification: Features like leaderboards and quizzes add friendly competition, encouraging employees to stay sharp and vigilant.
- Interactive Simulations: Safe, hands-on experiences allow employees to practice spotting phishing attempts and responding to threats.
- Customisable Content: Tailored training materials make the lessons more relevant and impactful for specific teams or industries.
- Phishing Defence Coaching: Employees who fall for simulated phishing attacks receive targeted coaching to improve their awareness and skills.
Traditional training methods that rely on fear, uncertainty, and doubt (FUD) are being replaced with positive, motivating strategies. For instance, using interactive learning techniques such as gamified phishing simulations, quizzes, and rewards can significantly enhance engagement. This approach shifts the focus from punitive measures to encouraging and celebrating success, fostering a more receptive learning environment.
Consider the challenge of teaching employees about social engineering tactics like phishing, smishing, and vishing. By employing animated stories with relatable characters, learners can witness these scenarios in action, understanding the tactics used by attackers and how to respond effectively. This method not only conveys critical information but does so in a way that resonates with individuals, making the lessons stick.
Mark Williams, concludes:
“Fun and engaging training fosters a positive security culture within an organisation. When employees enjoy the learning process, they are more likely to retain information and apply it in their daily routines. This proactive approach to cybersecurity helps in mitigating risks associated with human error, which is often a significant factor in security breaches.”
Cybersecurity training is just one component of a full suite of cybersecurity services offered by Personic including: Endpoint Detection & Response, Device Management and much more.
If you’d like a complementary trial of our cybersecurity training, just reach out to our team.