This Cyber Security Awareness Month, we remind the Cyber Wardens community that cyber security is everyone’s business. From the CEO to the newest hire, every member of your team plays a crucial role in safeguarding your organisation.
With cyber threats continuing to rise and their devastating impacts on businesses of all sizes, protecting your sensitive information is as important as ever.
Enrol to become a Cyber Warden today. In just 10 minutes, you will gain the foundational knowledge to help protect your business.
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Did you know that a cyber attack is reported every six minutes in Australia?
Cyber crime can disrupt your business for days, if not weeks, or even permanently. That’s where Cyber Wardens comes in.
Funded by the Australian government, Cyber Wardens is a free online training program focused on providing you with quick wins you can implement to help protect your small business against cyber threats.
Cyber Wardens is a key initiative within the Australian Government’s Cyber Security Strategy, supporting the first of six cyber shields: Strong businesses and citizens.
Government-funded and trusted by thousands of Australian small businesses
Government-funded and trusted by
thousands of Australian small businesses
Course program
Designed for busy small business owners and employees, the courses are short, jargon-free and available in a range of formats to suit your learning style and your schedule.
Cyber Wardens Foundations
The Cyber Wardens Foundations module is a short introduction to cyber security that helps you identify the seven cyber security red flags that pose a risk or threat to your small business.
- 10 mins to complete
- Quick 10-minute overview
- Identify cyber security red flags
- Make cyber security a habit
Cyber Wardens Level One
Cyber Wardens Level One is an introduction to cyber security measures and actions to improve your cyber awareness and help protect your small business from cyber threats and attacks.
Learn the four cyber security basics to implement in your small business.
- 45 mins - 1 hr to complete
- Cyber Wardens core program
- Learn small business cyber security basics
- CPD accreditations available
Cyber Wardens Level Two
This course will guide you on how artificial intelligence can help your business, and how to protect yourself from AI-powered cyber security threats.
Learn about the risks for specific industries and practical ways to protect your business.
- 20 - 30 mins to complete
- Cyber Wardens core program
- Embrace emerging technology safely
- Avoid AI powered threats and scams
Join the thousands of Australian small businesses already protecting themselves against cyber threats.
Frequently asked questions
I see other organisations charge for their course whereas Cyber Wardens is free. How is the course being funded?
Cyber Wardens is an initiative of the Council of Small Business Organisations of Australia (COSBOA), supported by the Australian Government and an industry alliance led by Telstra, CommBank and the Australian Cyber Security Centre. Our mission is to inspire every Australian small business to train and support their own Cyber Security Warden. We do this by offering quick, accessible and free training to small business owners and employees to help them defend against cyber attacks.
Will there be other courses in the future?
Yes! Taking the Level One Cyber Wardens course is just the first step towards protecting your small business against cyber threats. Once you complete the training, we will keep you updated on new program developments and send cyber safety news and tips for your business.
I don't have a lot of time to study and I'm not tech-savvy. Will I still be able to complete the course?
The Cyber Wardens online course is made for busy small businesses and takes only 45 minutes to complete. No buzz, no jargon - just practical and quick cyber safety solutions to help you and your team protect your business and keep cyber criminals out.
