Protect your small business with free cyber security training

NEWS: The next stage in your journey has arrived! Level Three is now live.

Join the free webinars

Cyber Wardens webinars are an interactive way to learn the cyber security essentials you need to help protect your small business. This format is designed for small business owners and employees who prefer learning through live engagement with a Cyber Wardens educator.

Foundations

The Foundations webinar provides 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.

In this webinar, you will learn:

The biggest cyber security risks targeting small businesses
Red flags and warning signs your business is at risk
Everyday habits that make you more vulnerable to cyber crime
How to identify cyber security red flags

Level 2: Safe AI for Small Business

The Safe AI webinar will help you embrace AI technology safely, while protecting your personal and business information.

In this webinar you will learn:

- How AI can help save time and make your business stronger
- How cyber criminals use AI to steal information and money
- The risks for specific industries and practical ways to protect your business.

Level 3: Cyber-Fit for the Supply Chain

This course will help you strengthen your business’s cyber security and meet the expectations of clients, partners and suppliers in your supply chain.

This course consists of four self-paced modules that cover:

- What it means to be cyber fit, and why small businesses are key to supply chain security
- The Essential Eight and SMB1001 cyber security standards, explained in plain English
- How to check if your suppliers and service providers are managing cyber risks
- Why every business needs an Incident Response Plan, and how to create one

Live webinar

Join our Cyber Wardens educators in a live session.

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

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.

Cyber Wardens Level One

Cyber security measures and actions to improve cyber awareness and help protect your small business from cyber threats and attacks.

Cyber Wardens Level Two

Learn how artificial intelligence can help you business, and how to protect yourself from  AI-powered cyber security threats.

Cyber Wardens Level Three

Strengthen your business’s cyber security and meet the expectations of clients, partners and suppliers in your supply chain.

Cyber Wardens Champion

Help others become more cyber aware, build safer digital habits, and protect their businesses from everyday cyber threats.

Cyber Wardens Refresh

Cyber Wardens Foundations and Level One graduates can refresh their skills and knowledge with the Cyber Wardens Refresh course.

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 a free Australian government-funded program created to ensure Australian small businesses operate in a cyber-safe environment. Our mission is to inspire every Australian small business to build a culture of cyber safety within their teams by training their own Cyber Wardens. We do this by offering quick, accessible and free training to small business owners and employees to help them defend against cyber attacks.

Who is providing the course?

Cyber Wardens is an initiative of the Council of Small Business Organisations of Australia, supported by the Australian Government and an industry alliance led by Telstra, CommBank and the Australian Cyber Security Centre and delivered by 89 Degrees East.

How has the course been developed?

The Cyber Wardens course has been developed by a team of cyber security experts and educational specialists who combined industry expertise with practical learning approaches. The curriculum was created through research into current threats, industry consultation, and pilot program feedback. The course features interactive elements and scenario-based training, with regular updates to address emerging technologies and threats. Materials are designed to make complex cyber security concepts accessible to learners of all technical backgrounds.

Why is Cyber Wardens important for small business owners and employees?

43% of cyber crime targets small businesses and a cyber attack can cost you an average of $49,600. With 95% of cyber attacks involving human error, cyber security is everyone's responsibility. If you're not cyber-safe, everyone in your team, supply chain and wider network is vulnerable. By prioritising cyber security, you're protecting not only your business but also those you work with. The small business sector is crucial to our economy, and collective action is needed to ensure its protection.

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.