The purpose of Security Awareness Training is to educate and empower the University of Louisville community to recognize, prevent, and respond to cyberthreats. These services help faculty, staff, and students understand university security policies, best practices, and the evolving threat landscape, fostering a culture of security and compliance across campus.
Overview of Service
Cybersecurity awareness training is coordinated by ITS Enterprise Security. The team offers a variety of training formats—including presentations, online courses, and departmental meetings—covering topics such as phishing, secure coding, insider threats, and regulatory compliance. Training is tailored to meet the needs of different audiences and can be customized for specific departments or roles.
Key Features:
- Live presentations and workshops on cybersecurity topics
- Online training modules covering phishing, social engineering, secure coding, and more
- Departmental meetings and custom training sessions
- Access to external resources and LinkedIn Learning courses
- Phishing simulation campaigns for practical awareness
- Security policy education and compliance guidance
Benefits:
- Increased awareness and vigilance against cyber threats
- Reduced risk of security incidents and data breaches
- Improved compliance with university policies and regulations
- Enhanced ability to recognize and report suspicious activity
- Support for a proactive security culture
Intended Audience:
All University of Louisville faculty, staff, students and departments seeking to improve cybersecurity knowledge and practices.
Service Details
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Core Activities:
- Deliver live presentations and workshops on cybersecurity topics
- Provide access to online training modules and external resources
- Organize departmental meetings and custom training sessions
- Conduct phishing simulation campaigns and follow-up training
- Respond to requests for specialized training or policy clarification
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Associated Platforms:
ITS Security Operations website, LinkedIn Learning, phishing simulation platforms, online reporting forms
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Performance Metrics:
- Number of training sessions delivered
- User participation and completion rates
- Reduction in phishing test failures and security incidents
- User satisfaction and feedback
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Collaboration:
Managed by ITS Enterprise Security in partnership with departmental IT staff and university leadership.
Boundaries and Constraints
- Training content is aligned with university security policies and compliance requirements.
- Departmental training requests may require advance scheduling.
- Participation in phishing simulations may be required for certain roles.
- Custom training is subject to resource availability.
Eligibility
All University of Louisville faculty, staff, students and departments are eligible for cybersecurity awareness training services.
How to Get Support
- Request Training: Email secureit@louisville.edu to schedule a presentation, workshop, or departmental meeting
- Access Online Training: Visit the ITS Security webpages for training modules and external resources
- Contact the Helpdesk: Call 502-852-7997 or visit the ITS Helpdesk for general support
- Departmental Support: Coordinate with your unit’s IT representative for custom training needs