Unlock the Power of Your Human Firewall: Why You Need Security Awareness Training

Unlock the Power of Your Human Firewall: Why You Need Security Awareness Training

Many businesses are embracing hybrid working, cloud-based tools and new ways to collaborate. But these changes come with growing risks.

Cyber criminals see small and mid-sized businesses as prime targets, and the statistics prove it:

  • 50% of UK SMEs have faced a cybersecurity breach
  • 43% of cyber‑attacks are aimed at SMEs, yet only 14% are fully protected.
  • The average UK company faces 22 days of downtime after a ransomware attack.
  • 88% of breaches are caused by human error.
  • There is an 8% annual increase in cyber-attacks on SMEs

For many smaller organisations, limited in-house expertise leaves them exposed. That’s where Security Awareness Training steps in: it turns your people into your most effective line of defence.

What is a ‘human firewall’?

Your employees are your human firewall. When they understand best practices and know how to spot threats, they can stop cyber-attacks before they cause damage. This isn’t just an IT issue! Security is a business-critical responsibility that everyone should understand.

How Security Awareness Training works

BT’s Security Awareness Training has been designed with SMEs in mind, combining enterprise-grade expertise with simple, affordable solutions.

✅ Bite‑sized content: Focused, video‑based modules and interactive quizzes on phishing, passwords, malware and more.
✅ Realistic simulations: Automated phishing simulations mimic real‑world attacks, helping teams learn to pause, think and protect.
✅ Clear reporting: Dashboards show you weak spots and track improvement over time.
✅ Simple management: A user‑friendly platform reduces admin time and integrates with existing systems.
✅ Tailored for you: Learning can be tailored to your organisation’s needs.

The training keeps your business safe while also giving your employees valuable cyber‑security skills they can use in their personal lives. Everyone benefits!

Two learning journeys to suit your needs

Every business is different. That’s why you can choose from two tiers:

Fundamentals – A guided learning journey with 12 core courses and phishing simulations each year, ideal if you want to get started quickly with minimal setup.

Personalised – A fully customisable experience with your branding, access to a wider course library and the ability to tailor learning to your organisation’s specific needs.

Both tiers are available on flexible 12, 36, or 60-month contracts, starting from just £1.25 per user, per month.

The benefits

Investing in security awareness is about more than avoiding breaches.

It helps you:

  • Meet standards like Cyber Essentials Plus and ISO27001.
  • Reduce human‑related risks and build a proactive culture of security.
  • Safeguard sensitive data, customer trust and your business reputation.

SMEs that invest in mature awareness programmes see a 70% reduction in cyber-attacks. 

That’s a huge step forward in protecting your bottom line.

Security starts with you

Hackers are smart, but they’re no match for a well‑informed team. By empowering your employees with Security Awareness Training, you unlock the true power of your human firewall, so you can focus on growing your business with confidence.

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