Information Security Awareness Training is crucial for equipping employees with the knowledge and skills to recognize and respond to potential cyber threats. In most cyber incidents, human error — such as clicking on phishing links, weak password practices, or mishandling sensitive data — plays a major role. Awareness training educates staff about common attack vectors like phishing, ransomware, and social engineering, and instills best practices for secure behavior. When employees understand the risks and their role in mitigating them, the overall security posture of the organization significantly improves.

From a business perspective, regular awareness training helps organizations meet regulatory and compliance requirements such as those set by RBI, SEBI, IRDAI, and global standards like ISO 27001 and GDPR. It also reduces the likelihood of data breaches, reputational damage, and financial loss. Importantly, it fosters a security-first culture where every individual becomes a proactive defender against cyber threats — not just the IT team. In today’s environment of increasing cyber risk, awareness is not optional; it’s a foundational layer of defense.