Healthcare cybersecurity employee training best practices for CIOs and CISOs

Bill Siwicki December 9, 2019

Ransomware attacks in healthcare are often caused by inadequate security training. Weak passwords, phishing attacks, and a lack of security patching are the main culprits. Kevin Lancaster, general manager of security solutions at Kaseya, suggests that training videos should be short, engaging, and followed by a quick quiz. Active training methods, such as phishing simulations, should also be employed. Positive reinforcement, such as awards and tying cybersecurity into performance reviews, can foster a culture of security in the organization.