Maritime Cyber Security Awareness:

Course description

When a company becomes the target of a cyber attack, the main penetration technique is to target the organisation's technology end users. Often insufficient understanding by the employees of cyber security risks can result in unauthorised access to their IT infrastructure. These attacks are often heavily disguised to trick and manipulate end users into unwittingly granting permission. However, there are nearl always tell-tale signs that, if spotted in time, would prevent escalation. Crew education is, therefore, an indispensable component in realising a well-rounded security policy. The main function of cyber security is to protect services and devices we use from cyber theft and damage. It will also improve the security of data stored on such devices and reduce the risks of unauthorised access. This Cyber Security Awareness training will provide practical knowledge and advice to all employees – onboard and ashore.

What does the training involve?

A live-streamed interactive course delivered by a qualified, industry professional. The session will encompass face-to-face discussions, debates and Q&As, which will give all attendees the opportunity to engage and absorb all the key information within each module. The course can be delivered onboard, ashore, or a combination of both. All participants will be supplied with an electronic copy of the workbook, that can be printed at their own convenience.

Who is this course for?

Onboard/ashore crew and office personnel

Aim of the course

To provide general awareness of cyber threats in maritime and encourage conscious behaviour changes towards a safer cybersecurity culture

Agenda

  • What is cyber security?
  • What is a cyber attack?
  • Other relevant cyber terminology
  • Playing your part in cyber security
  • Relevant maritime cyber security legislation
  • Your company policies and procedures
  • Cyber actors
  • Why would we be attacked? (social engineering and human hacking)
  • Viruses, worms and trojans
  • What is Phishing and how to defend yourself from phishing attacks
  • Effective password management
  • Securing your devices
  • Office security
  • Backup of data
  • Public Wi-Fi awareness
  • Reporting a cyber incident
  • Striving towards cyber safe culture

Duration

1hr – 1.5 hrs (depending on levels of interaction and discussions).