Building a strong data security culture

Introduction to Data Security

Angeline Corvaglia

Founder & Digital Transformation Specialist

What is company culture?

Set of shared values, beliefs, and behaviors that define an organization's operations

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How employees interact each other, customers, and the community.

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What is data security culture?

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Shared understanding of:

  • The importance of data security
  • Commitment to following security policies and procedures
  • Willingness to report any suspicious activities
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Continuous improvement

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Security threats evolve, and organizations need to evolve with them.

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Quickly and flexibly adapt to any new threats

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Accountability

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  • Both shared and individual responsibility
  • Each employee personally accountable
  • Requires people to work together
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Decision-making

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Incorporate data security into decision-making

  • All aspects of organizational decision-making
  • All projects, policies, and procedures
  • Proactively mitigate risks
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Champions

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  Establish a security champion program

  • Serve as champions within their departments
  • Help raise awareness
  • Promote best practices
  • Support colleagues
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Public recognition

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  • Reward employees who are security-conscious
  • Reinforce the importance of security
  • Motivate other employees to do the same
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Collaboration

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Make certain that different departments collaborate

  • Best practice sharing
  • Widespread involvement on security policies and procedures
  • Security audits involving multiple departments
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Creating an army of data defenders

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Let's practice!

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