Why Cybersecurity Starts With HR, Not IT

The Expert Podcast

📌 Episode Show Notes / Description:

• Whether you're running a big company or a small business, cybersecurity has likely become a major concern.
• You may have experienced a cyber event or been warned by your IT team or even clients to step up your cybersecurity.
• But here's the catch: Cybersecurity isn't just an IT issue—it's a human issue.
• We'll dive into the most common mistakes companies make when dealing with cybersecurity, inspired by insights from The Wall Street Journal.

Key Points Discussed in This Episode:

• 🔐 Mistake #1: Focusing too much on technology instead of your employees.
  • Firewalls and security systems can be bypassed by one careless click from an untrained employee.
  • Cybersecurity is only as strong as your least aware team member.
• 👥 Human Factor in Cybersecurity:
  • It’s not just about training—it’s about changing attitudes and building awareness.
  • Boring checkbox training won’t work. You need to build a culture where employees care about security.
• 🎯 Make Cybersecurity Relevant:
  • Show employees how cybersecurity can help them: more clients, more trust, better sales pitch.
  • Turn cybersecurity into a business advantage, not just a cost center.
• 🧑‍💼 Leadership Must Set the Example:
  • Leaders should practice what they preach—use two-factor authentication, mention cybersecurity in meetings, and genuinely care.
• 🔄 Balance Prevention and Recovery:
  • Prevention is key, but recovery is just as important.
  • Run drills, test backups, and ensure your systems are resilient and restorable after an attack.
• 💡 Cybersecurity as a Competitive Edge:
  • Don’t treat cybersecurity as a boring expense.
  • When done right, it can lower costs, increase client trust, and help your company survive a potential attack you didn’t even know was coming.