20 Years of Cybersecurity Awareness: Make It Friendly, Make It Focused, Make It Fun

2023-09-27

The 20th Annual National Cybersecurity Month is upon us in October. Today’s guest is the esteemed Executive Director of the National Cybersecurity Alliance, Lisa Plaggemier. This episode focuses on what to expect with this year’s campaign, including a more evergreen approach so that more people can benefit. The NCA tries to lean into preparedness in the light of confidence and peace of mind vs. a gloomy, fearful outlook. Having everyone on board within the organization is critical, and it all starts with an understanding and emp...

The 20th Annual National Cybersecurity Month is upon us in October. Today’s guest is the esteemed Executive Director of the National Cybersecurity Alliance, Lisa Plaggemier.

This episode focuses on what to expect with this year’s campaign, including a more evergreen approach so that more people can benefit. The NCA tries to lean into preparedness in the light of confidence and peace of mind vs. a gloomy, fearful outlook. Having everyone on board within the organization is critical, and it all starts with an understanding and empathetic CISO.

They also discuss:

The value of security training and motivation
Incorporating behavioral science models that include motivation, capability and opportunity
The nuances of generational differences of cybersecurity awareness and the types of risks

Resources mentioned:
StaySafeOnline.org
Cybersecurity Awareness Hub from Proofpoint
Cybersecurity Awareness Kit

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