Cyber Security Awareness Training with Upstream IT

Cyber security awareness training provides an opportunity to educate staff about digital threats, the different types of online dangers and how to avoid them.

We have supported many of our clients, helping them raise awareness among employees and understand the practical steps they can take to protect personal information and stay safe online.

We partner with ESET to drive dynamic online learning, including simulated phishing campaigns with smart management and detailed reporting.

According to 2024 IBM cost of a data breach report, employee education it the #1 factor in reducing the cost of a breach. More specifically, it can reduce the risk of a breach by 25%.

In the 2024 Verizon Data Breach Investigation report, data showed that 68% of breaches involved a human element such as social engineering or an error.

In this article, we will look at the benefits of online training and how we can support.

ESET Online Cyber Security Awareness Training

ESET provides self-paced, online modules using scenario-based training, quizzes and role-play. This can range from 30 to 90 minutes.

Key benefits include:

• Effective Training Methods
• Simulated Phishing Campaigns
• Compliance with regulations and Cyber Insurance Requirements
• Integration with various systems and includes a full API.
• Helps meet GDPR, PCI DSS, NIS2, cyber insurance and other compliance requirements for employee security awareness training.

ESET’s 2026 SMB Cyber Risk Report, based on research among 500 UK SMB cybersecurity decision-makers, found that almost half (49%) experienced a cybersecurity incident in the last 12 months. Main causes included phishing attacks, unpatched vulnerabilities, weak passwords, and a lack of security monitoring.

Online training can help your staff understand these dangers in more detail and help prevent them impacting your business in the future.

The Benefits of Online Training

There are many benefits that comes with online training. This includes:

• A flexible and convenient approach that employees can access at any time that’s convenient to them.
• This is a more cost-effective way to provide training. No in-person costs, venue hires and other costs that come with in-person training.
• Consistency throughout your business as everyone is receiving the same training and modules.
• Includes engaging multimedia features, such as video demonstrations, interactive quizzes and gamified learning activities.
• Can be used as a continuous reference tool
• Managers can access real-time insights to identify skills and knowledge gaps, allowing them to tailor training and development to individual needs.

Why Choose Cyber Security Awareness Training with Upstream IT?

With over 21 years of experience, we deliver training that will benefit everyone in your organisation. Our team can deliver training programmes that covers the basics such as:

• Understanding the latest cyber threats
• The importance of strong passwords and multi-factor authentication
• How to protect personal and company information
• Software updates and why it’s important to do this on a regular basis

We can also support with introducing online learning with ESET.

By receiving advice and support from experienced IT professionals who deal with cyber incidents every day, your team can gain valuable insights and practical tips to strengthen your cyber security and reduce the risk of falling victim to future attacks. If you have any questions about cyber security awareness training or would like to book a session, contact us today.