Embarking on a journey to enhance organisational security often sparks questions about where to begin and what to focus on. The key is to start out on the right foot: address the right topics, and lay down a solid foundation. Our March 2024 Layer 8 Champions® masterclass explored how to kick-start your security champions initiative ..read more

OK, I confess, the start of 2024 was not all it was cracked up to be for me. That was until I hosted our first Layer 8 Champions® community meetup of the year on 6 February. I went from feeling worn out to totally energised in the space of just a few hours. Surprising what ..read more

Chances are you have heard the expression ‘flow state’. But do you really know what it means? According to a research paper on the Neuroscience of the Flow State, flow is a “state of full task engagement that is accompanied with low-levels of self-referential thinking” (ie self-reflection or worry). While flow is often associated with … Creating flow in your champions programme Read More ..read more

Cyber security doesn’t stay still, and neither should your champions. The thing is, the dynamic nature of cyber security makes quantifying the impact of your champions a real challenge. But without understanding the effectiveness of your champions you can’t monitor progress, identify areas for improvement, or demonstrate its value to stakeholders.   Measurement was the theme … The experts guide to what works and what doesn’t when measuring your champions programme Read More ..read more

In the face of escalating cyber security threats, it is alarming to witness the persistent idea that cyber security rests solely with chief information security officers (CISOs).  Cyber security is a problem that affects the entire company. However, creating a culture where everyone takes responsibility for creating cyber secure behaviours reamins one of the biggest … The Unwritten Rulebook on how to build better champions programme – from those that really know Read More ..read more

Measuring the success of your cyber security champions programme is a crucial part of the process, in order to track progress, identify areas for improvement, and demonstrate its value to stakeholders. Regular assessments and evaluations can also help identify gaps in training and knowledge sharing, and ensure that your programme remains relevant and effective. Security … How to measure your security champions programme: from baseline to behaviours Read More ..read more

Do you sometimes feel like David battling against Goliath, when it comes to protecting your company against cyber crime? Turns out you’re not alone.  According to Layer 8 research 75% of CSOs struggle to get their business to take security awareness more seriously. As a result, they are left feeling unsupported and overwhelmed when establishing … Let’s hear it for collaboration when creating champions programmes Read More ..read more

Conversation is crucial when changing behaviour as it allows individuals to share their thoughts, beliefs, and experiences in an open and respectful way. Through effective communication, people can gain a better understanding of different perspectives, challenge their own assumptions, and identify areas for growth and improvement. When people engage in meaningful conversations, it also builds … Join your peers to discuss security champions challenges Read More ..read more

You can now watch a recording of our recent masterclass, which was all about how to develop a successful security culture strategy that gets sign-off. You work hard for months, submit your security culture strategy for the following year, then go through the painful process of having to remove items because the budget holder doesn’t … Watch our cyber security strategy masterclass Read More ..read more

Today is apparently the ‘most depressing day of the year’. What a cheery thought for a cold Monday morning (well it is here in the UK). Blue Monday was created by psychologist Dr Cliff Arnall, who worked out a formula to show how the third Monday in January is just about as bad as it … Why Blue Monday can be an incentive for positive change Read More ..read more