Cybersecurity Training Course "iProtect"

Name: Cybersecurity Training Course "iProtect"
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Cybersecurity Awareness for Employees: Phishing, Passwords, Remote Work, and Insider Threats

Created byMahmoud Aboelhassan

Last updated 8/2025

Arabic

What you'll learn

Recognize and respond to phishing, malware, and social engineering attacks across email, web, and mobile platforms.
Apply secure practices for remote work, mobile device use, and public Wi-Fi to minimize cybersecurity risks.
Understand and implement best practices for password security, multi-factor authentication, and access control policies.
Demonstrate compliance awareness by identifying data protection regulations (e.g., GDPR, NCA) and using secure file sharing and encryption techniques.

Course content

8 sections • 30 lectures • 6h 39m total length

What is Cybersecurity?16:43
Introduces the concept of cybersecurity, its importance, and its role in protecting digital assets.
Understanding Cyber Threats!8:57
Covers various cyber threats including malware, phishing, ransomware, and social engineering.
The Role of Employees in Cybersecurity10:08
Emphasizes employees' role in cybersecurity through responsible digital behavior and awareness.
Knowledge Assessment12:01
Revision with quick quiz to reinforce learning on cyber threats, phishing, and password safety.

Password Management & Access Control18:02
Outlines effective password creation and management strategies to reduce the risk of compromise.
Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)!9:55
Explains MFA, its types, and how it enhances security using multiple verification methods.
Access Control Policies and Privileges!12:37
Discusses access control models and the principle of least privilege for securing system access.
Knowledge Assessment9:30
Quick revision quiz on passwords, MFA, access control, and phishing scenarios.

Phishing!19:03
Teaches how to detect phishing emails using real-world examples and interactive analysis.
Safe Browsing Practices!17:22
Guides on identifying malicious websites and applying safe browsing habits and tools.
Suspicious Links and Attachments7:41
Shows how to identify potentially dangerous links and email attachments that may contain malware.
Phishing Attack Exercise9:54
Walks through a phishing simulation to test employee awareness and reinforce training with real examples.
Knowledge Assessment10:18
Quick revision Quiz covering phishing, browsing safety, malicious files, and spear phishing tactics.

Social Engineering21:26
Introduces social engineering tactics and insider threats, with detection strategies and case studies.
Social Engineering Types10:57
Covers phishing, smishing, vishing, baiting, impersonation, and other social engineering techniques.
Psychology in Social Engineering8:53
Explains psychological triggers like authority, fear, and urgency that attackers use to manipulate users.
Insider Threats16:57
Explores motivations, warning signs, and mitigation strategies for insider threats.
Knowledge Assessment9:10
Quick revision quiz focused on social engineering and insider threats to test knowledge and reinforce awareness.

Remote Work23:08
Provides best practices for secure remote work, including safe Wi-Fi and collaboration tool use.
Mobile Device Security16:07
Highlights mobile device risks and provides security practices for smartphones and tablets.
Public Wi-Fi11:39
Explains the risks of using public Wi-Fi and how VPNs can protect data while browsing or working remotely.
Bring Your Own Device15:04
Covers security policies, technical safeguards, and risks associated with using personal devices for work.
Knowledge Assessment9:34
Quick revision Quiz, covering remote work security, mobile device safety, public Wi-Fi threats, and BYOD practices.

Secure File Sharing Practices10:23
Outlines safe methods and tools for sharing files while maintaining compliance with data protection laws.
Data Encryption13:12
Introduces the importance, types, and use cases of data encryption for protecting sensitive data.
Knowledge Assessment9:13
Quick revision quiz of data encryption, GDPR, secure file sharing, and compliance awareness.

Recognizing Security Incidents19:58
Teaches how to identify different types of cybersecurity incidents and signs of system compromise.
Cybersecurity Incident Response Phases14:46
Provides an action plan for containment, reporting, recovery, and documentation of incidents.
Cybersecurity Incident Response Plan16:12
Quick revision Quiz evaluating the understanding of incident response, documentation, insider threats, and recovery steps.
Knowledge Assessment10:11
Quick revision covering key cybersecurity principles, user behavior, and compliance topics.

Requirements

No prior cybersecurity knowledge or technical background is required. A basic understanding of how to use email, browse the internet, and operate a mobile or desktop device is helpful but not mandatory. The course is designed to be beginner-friendly and fully self-contained.

Description

In today’s digital age, cybersecurity is no longer just the responsibility of the IT department—every employee plays a vital role in protecting company data and systems. This comprehensive Cybersecurity Awareness Training course is designed for non-technical users to help them recognize threats, avoid common security pitfalls, and become the first line of defense against cyberattacks.

Throughout this course, learners will explore real-world threats such as phishing emails, ransomware, and social engineering. You'll gain practical skills in creating strong passwords, identifying suspicious links and attachments, safely using mobile devices and public Wi-Fi, and applying secure practices in remote work environments. You'll also learn how to comply with data protection regulations such as GDPR and the Saudi Cybersecurity Guidelines, while using encryption and secure file-sharing methods to protect sensitive information.

The course includes interactive exercises, quizzes, simulated phishing attacks, and case studies that help reinforce best practices and keep security top of mind. By the end of the course, participants will be able to recognize, respond to, and report cybersecurity risks confidently, contributing to a stronger security culture across the organization.

Whether you're an employee, manager, or team leader, this course equips you with the tools and knowledge to defend against modern cyber threats. No prior cybersecurity experience is needed—just a commitment to staying informed, alert, and secure.

Who this course is for:

This course is ideal for employees, managers, remote workers, and general users who want to protect themselves and their organizations from cyber threats. It’s especially valuable for non-technical professionals seeking to build cybersecurity awareness in day-to-day activities, such as email use, safe browsing, mobile device usage, and remote work practices.

Cybersecurity Training Course "iProtect"

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Course content

Introduction to Cybersecurity4 lectures • 48min

Password Management & Access Control4 lectures • 50min

Email and Internet Security5 lectures • 1hr 4min

Social Engineering & Insider Threats5 lectures • 1hr 7min

Remote Work and Mobile Device Security5 lectures • 1hr 16min

Data Protection and Compliance3 lectures • 33min

Incident Response and Reporting4 lectures • 1hr 1min

Final Assessment QUIZ0

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