Security Awareness Training Audit: Reviewing the Effectiveness of Security Awareness Training Programs
Enhancing Security through Comprehensive Security Awareness Audits and Training Evaluation
Course Schedule
| Date | Venue | Fees (Face-to-Face) |
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| 23 – 27 Jun 2025 | London, UK | USD 3495 per delegate |
Course Introduction
Security awareness training is crucial to ensure that employees understand security risks and adopt behaviors that protect an organization’s assets and data. This course focuses on auditing the effectiveness of security awareness training programs.
Participants will learn how to assess the design, delivery, and effectiveness of security awareness programs and gain practical tools for identifying gaps in training content and delivery methods. This course will cover both strategic and tactical approaches to evaluating training and improving organizational security awareness.
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
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Assess the design and content of security awareness training programs
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Evaluate the effectiveness of training delivery methods and materials
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Identify gaps in training and recommend improvements
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Understand key security awareness training metrics and evaluation techniques
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Conduct audits of training programs to ensure alignment with organizational security goals
Key Benefits of Attending
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Learn how to evaluate the effectiveness of security awareness training within your organization
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Gain insights into common training gaps and how to address them
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Improve organizational security by auditing security awareness programs
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Enhance your audit skills and understanding of security training best practices
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Develop practical solutions for improving employee security awareness
Intended Audience
This program is designed for:
● IT Auditors and Security Auditors
● Compliance and Risk Managers
● Security Awareness Program Managers
● Human Resources and Learning & Development Professionals
● Security Managers and Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs)
Individual Benefits
Key competencies that will be developed include:
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Knowledge of auditing techniques for security awareness training programs
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The ability to assess training effectiveness and alignment with security goals
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Expertise in identifying and mitigating gaps in security training programs
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Skills to recommend improvements and enhance employee security behavior
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Understanding of security metrics for continuous improvement
Organization Benefits
Upon completing the training course, participants will demonstrate:
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Improved assessment capabilities for evaluating security awareness training
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Enhanced ability to identify and address training gaps in organizational security programs
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A systematic approach to improving security awareness across all levels of the organization
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Greater ability to ensure compliance with security regulations and standards
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More robust training programs leading to a more secure organizational culture
Instructional Methdology
The course follows a blended learning approach combining theory with practice:
● Strategy Briefings – Overview of best practices in designing and auditing security awareness programs
● Case Studies – Real-world examples of security awareness training and audit outcomes
● Workshops – Hands-on exercises for auditing training programs and measuring effectiveness
● Peer Exchange – Group discussions on common security awareness challenges and solutions
● Tools – Templates and frameworks for evaluating security training and its impact
Course Outline
Training Hours: 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Daily Format: 3–4 Learning Modules | Coffee Breaks: 09:30 & 11:15 | Lunch Buffet: 01:00 – 02:00
Day 1: Introduction to Security Awareness Training – 07:30–15:30
Module 1: Overview of Security Awareness Training – 07:30–09:30
● Understanding the importance of security awareness training in reducing organizational risks
● Key components of an effective security awareness program
● Aligning security awareness with organizational objectives
Module 2: Designing Effective Security Awareness Programs – 09:45–11:15
● Principles of adult learning in security training
● Customizing training content for different audiences
● Creating engaging and impactful training programs
Module 3: Evaluating Training Effectiveness – 11:30–01:00
● Metrics for assessing the effectiveness of security awareness programs
● Methods for evaluating training knowledge retention and behavior change
● Identifying key performance indicators (KPIs) for security awareness
Module 4: Workshop – Designing a Security Awareness Program – 02:00–03:30
● Group exercise to design and evaluate a security awareness program
Day 2: Auditing Security Awareness Programs – 07:30–15:30
Module 1: Audit Planning for Security Awareness Programs – 07:30–09:30
● Key steps in planning an audit for security awareness training
● Identifying audit criteria and scope
● Gathering audit data through surveys, interviews, and training assessments
Module 2: Auditing Training Delivery Methods – 09:45–11:15
● Reviewing different training delivery methods: in-person, online, and hybrid
● Evaluating the effectiveness of training delivery and participant engagement
● Analyzing learner feedback and satisfaction surveys
Module 3: Auditing Training Content – 11:30–01:00
● Evaluating the relevancy and accuracy of training content
● Ensuring content is aligned with the latest security threats and best practices
● Reviewing content updates and training materials for effectiveness
Module 4: Workshop – Conducting a Security Awareness Program Audit – 02:00–03:30
● Group activity to audit a sample security awareness training program
Day 3: Measuring and Reporting Security Training Effectiveness – 07:30–15:30
Module 1: Developing Metrics for Training Effectiveness – 07:30–09:30
● Defining key metrics for assessing the success of security training
● Using qualitative and quantitative data to measure effectiveness
● Identifying areas for improvement based on audit findings
Module 2: Using Technology to Measure Training Effectiveness – 09:45–11:15
● Leveraging tools and software to track training progress and impact
● Using learning management systems (LMS) for data collection and analysis
● Analyzing user engagement, completion rates, and behavior change over time
Module 3: Reporting Audit Results – 11:30–01:00
● Structuring and presenting audit findings effectively
● Communicating findings and recommendations to key stakeholders
● Writing actionable reports that drive change
Module 4: Workshop – Developing an Audit Report – 02:00–03:30
● Group exercise to create a detailed audit report based on findings
Day 4: Continuous Improvement and Compliance – 07:30–15:30
Module 1: Continuous Improvement of Security Awareness Programs – 07:30–09:30
● Methods for continuously improving security awareness training programs
● Incorporating feedback from audits into training design and delivery
● Ensuring training programs evolve with emerging threats
Module 2: Compliance and Security Awareness Training – 09:45–11:15
● Aligning security awareness training with industry regulations and standards
● The role of compliance in developing security awareness training programs
● Monitoring and reporting compliance with internal and external requirements
Module 3: Risk Management and Security Training – 11:30–01:00
● Integrating risk management into security awareness training
● Addressing organizational vulnerabilities through effective training
● Mitigating risk through behavior changes in employees
Module 4: Workshop – Continuous Improvement Plan – 02:00–03:30
● Group exercise to develop a continuous improvement plan for security awareness training
Day 5: Final Audit, Review, and Certification – 07:30–15:30
Module 1: Final Security Awareness Training Audit – 07:30–09:30
● Final audit and review of a security awareness training program
● Addressing any outstanding issues and gaps
● Finalizing audit findings
Module 2: Final Presentation of Audit Results – 09:45–11:15
● Group presentations on audit findings and recommendations for improvement
Module 3: Feedback and Course Review – 11:30–01:00
● Course feedback and review of key learnings
● Open forum for questions and clarifications
Module 4: Certification and Closing Remarks – 02:00–03:30
● Distribution of certificates of completion
● Course wrap-up and closing remarks
Certification
Participants will receive a Certificate of Completion in Security Awareness Training Audit, validating their ability to evaluate the effectiveness of security awareness programs and recommend improvements.