Special NoticeBored Classic module for information security induction classes and awareness program launch

The security induction module was completely revised in November 2007, updating all the awareness items previously delivered in the module and adding several brand new ones such as the top tips, bookmarks, new briefings and a high level information security policy based on the ISO/IEC 27000-series standards. 

The revised module has a dual purpose: it can be used both to launch/introduce a new security awareness program and to support security induction training for new employees. In both cases, the module presents important information and advice to bring everyone quickly up to speed on information security basics, creating a common starting point of knowledge and understanding.

As with the normal monthly modules, it includes general security awareness materials suitable for all employees plus others catering specifically for managers and IT professionals. The content is simpler than the monthly modules, however, providing a gentle, easy-to-digest introduction to information security.

New NoticeBored customers find the induction module useful to launch their awareness programs. It is supplied as a free bonus to welcome all new customers, along with their first regular module.

Contents of the induction module

The module is supplied as a 29Mb ZIP file containing the following items. The #numbers refer to specific files shown on the directory listing beneath.

Awareness program activities ( S T A R T  H E R E !)

A Word document (file #25 - see the directory listing below) offers helpful guidance on selecting and using the NoticeBored Classic materials as part of your induction pack, in new employee induction training courses and so forth. Includes creative ideas for communicating effectively with new recruits, putting information security in a positive light from day one, and a “menu” suggesting prizes, gifts and trinkets to help promote information security awareness through other awareness activities.

Induction course presentations x3

A set of three PowerPoint presentations aimed respectively at general employees, managers and IT professionals. The slides cover the bare essentials of information security and are designed to be presented in seminar-type sessions lasting less than 20 minutes. Speaker notes are provided.

Awareness program launch presentation

Seminar slides and speaker notes supporting the launch of a security awareness program. The presentation introduces and explains the purpose and structure of the program in 11 slides.

Introductory briefings x3

A set of three succinct leaflets (Word documents) with the bare minimum of advice on information security for general employees, managers and IT professionals respectively. Condensing information security to the essentials avoids overloading people with information on their first day at work, whilst introducing them to the breadth of advice available from the Information Security function, CIO and/or IT Help/Service Desk.

Security awareness ten top tips x3

3 sets of 10 top security tips for employees, managers and IT professionals.

Security awareness newsletter

The introductory level NoticeBored newsletter explains how the awareness program is structured and lists the topics that employees can expect to read about in future months.

Security contacts and reminder card

A double-sided but credit-card-sized Word document reminds people of Information Security’s Ten Commandments and has emergency contact information in case of security incidents.

Security awareness posters x6

Advertising people appreciate the importance of branding and so do we. Launch and promote your information security awareness program with these full color photographic-style posters provided as high resolution 3508x4961 pixel JPG images suitable for professional printing. Electronic delivery keeps our costs and prices down whilst giving customers the flexibility to customize the posters, for example with their own security awareness logos.

Security awareness test

Check that employees understand and can recall the basic security awareness messages included in the module with this quick test. The test questions can also be incorporated into online Learning Management Systems.

Security awareness survey form

Use the survey form to assess the level of security awareness of new recruits and get their feedback on the induction process. If you are about to launch your awareness program, a preliminary awareness survey can provide baseline metrics to demonstrate a gradual improvement as your program takes effect.

Information security glossary

A hypertext document provided in MS Word but easily converted to HTML, explains the security terminology and jargon security professionals sometimes take for granted. Ideal for use on the corporate intranet in Information Security’s “Security Zone”.

Security awareness screensavers x5

Screensavers are handy security reminders for new employees’ first few days at work, or to accompany the awareness program launch. As with all the NoticeBored Classic materials, customers are welcome to pick one, several or none depending on your requirements. Customers can customize the screensaver contents - contact us for simple instructions:

• Three screensavers step sequentially through the slides from the three induction course presentations. 
• One displays the poster images in a random order.
• The last steps through the security awareness program launch slides.

Security awareness bookmarks

A simple idea: bookmarks with the top tips on one side and an apt security quotation on the other. Make some cheap but useful freebies to give out on day 1.

Basic security awareness crossword

The crossword puzzle revolves around commonplace information security terms. This crossword covers more terms and is larger than the ones we normally supply each month. New employees may need some assistance to solve the crossword - perhaps their new work colleagues would be able to help? We provide the solution too, just in case you’re stuck for answers.

General information security links

The module contains a link to an HTML page of annotated hyperlinks pointing at general purpose information security resources.

Information security overview mind maps

These colorful Visio diagrams give a graphical high-level overview of the key aspects of information security for general employees, managers and IT professionals. The mind maps are used to illustrate several other items in the induction module. We provide the original editable Visio file so customers can easily make any necessary changes: we don’t see why you should have to pay someone else to customize and maintain your security awareness materials!

Model high-level information security policy

An overarching information security policy example based on international security standards ISO/IEC 27001 & 27002, containing 7 key principles and 39 policy axioms. [A much longer version of this is on sale separately if you need a more detailed policy manual].

Executive briefing on AUPs and CoCs

Explains the purpose and value of security-related Acceptable Use Policies and Codes of Conduct to senior managers.

White paper - information security metrics

White paper/management briefing paper discusses factors affecting the selection and use of metrics to measure and improve information security. This general paper sets the scene for the topic-based metrics papers provided in the monthly modules.

White paper - “The Security Zone”

White paper/technical briefing presents an outline design for an awareness-focused intranet site for Information Security, drawing on our experiences with numerous Internet and intranet Websites (including this one!). Even if you have an information security intranet site already, the ideas in this paper may suggest improvements to the structure, content and/or utility of the site. Maybe it’s time to refresh and re-launch?

Files provided in the induction module