Auburn University Cybersecurity Training
Purpose
Cybersecurity awareness and training is essential to protect Auburn University's sensitive information and systems from cyber threats. The primary purpose is to educate employees about potential security risks, such as phishing attacks, malware, and data breaches, and to equip everyone with the knowledge and skills to recognize and respond to these threats effectively. By fostering a culture of security awareness, we can reduce the likelihood of security incidents, ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, and safeguard Auburn University's reputation and assets.
Security is everyone's responsibility.
If you are an Auburn University employee, you have a responsibility to learn how to secure your data, your computer, yourself, and the university network. All employees (Administrative & Professional, Staff, Faculty, Student Employees, and TES) and students may be enrolled in multiple cybersecurity educational campaigns during the year. In addition to the annual training, some people will receive role-based training (HIPAA, GLBA, PCI, Code of Conduct) or new employee training.
Once enrolled in an educational campaign, you will receive an email notifying you of the training, the due date for completion, and the modules included in the training. Supervisors are also notified of training requirements for their employees and share responsibility in ensuring that the trainings are completed.
How to Access the Cybersecurity Training
- Log in to AUAccess and select the Employee tab > Employee Resources Tools card > Cybersecurity Training. Alternatively, you can search "cybersecurity" in the search bar, and it will pull up the Employee Resources Tools card. If you do not have this menu on your AuAccess page, you can navigate directly to the training link at training.knowbe4.com.
- Enter your Auburn email address and click Continue to access the KnowBe4 cybersecurity training site.
- You will be redirected to the KnowBe4 website to access the training modules.
- You can navigate the Knowbe4.com website by choosing different pages from the top banner. The default page is the Dashboard. To see required training modules assigned to you, visit the Training page. Optional modules can be found in the Library.
- To start a training module, from either the Training page or Library page, click the module and select Start. This will open the module in a new window . If you do not see this window, a pop-up blocker may be preventing it from opening. Please disable pop-up blockers for this site. For instructions on disabling pop-up blockers, visit this Knowledge Base article.
- Proceed through the training using the Next arrows and Play button. To review content, use the back arrow.
- Once you reach the end of the module click “Complete Training.”
- Complete any other modules that have been assigned. Once you have finished all required training modules, the KnowBe4 website will display a message that you have completed all your training. You will see that each module now indicates completed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. I don’t see the button for training in AU Access. Where is it?
A. Log in to AU Access and select the Employee tab > Employee Resources Tools card > Cybersecurity Training. You can also search for “cybersecurity” in the AU Access search bar, and it will pull up the Employee Resources Tools card.
Q. Is there a direct link to the training?
A. Yes, alternatively, you can navigate directly to training.knowbe4.com to login.
Q. I received the training email, but I graduated and/or no longer work for Auburn. Do I have to complete the training?
A. No. You can contact your former department or the contact listed in the email to have your record updated and to be removed from any future training emails.
Q. I completed the training last year. Do I have to do cybersecurity training again?
A. Yes, cybersecurity training is now an annual requirement for employees.
Q. I complete training for HIPAA/GLBA/PCI. Do I have to complete the annual cybersecurity training as well?
A. Yes, some employees are required to complete modules with additional content.
Q. I completed the training, but I still get emails notifying me that I have training to do.
A. Each training campaign may have multiple modules that need to be completed, which may result in additional email notifications.
Q. How do I confirm that I have completed the training?
A. You will receive an email indicating completion shortly after completing the entire training. You can also return to the training site and verify that all modules show as completed.
Q. Who do I contact for help?
A. Contact your IT provider or the IT Service Desk at (334) 844-4944 or itservicedesk@auburn.edu.