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It’s an exciting time to welcome a new employee to your company. Having a new face with fresh ideas and enthusiasm for the role can boost the energy level of everyone on your team. While new employees are often busy absorbing the material shared with them during their initial days or weeks of training, they may be unaware of crucial security strategies. Some proactive action can help keep everyone in your company secure, even with a new member of your team.
The first few weeks of training for your new team member tend to be information-heavy and slower as they learn the ropes and adjust to their position. While the process is necessary, there are several ways to make the onboarding experience smoother, especially for IT. Spending a little extra time introducing your new employee to critical policies and procedures about device management, cybersecurity protocols, and how to use the company network securely can be highly beneficial.
Here are five ways to help new employees get on board with your company’s IT management policies and cybersecurity procedures.
Bring Your Own Device Policy
One of the first training pieces you can share with your new team member is your company’s bring your own device (BYOD) policy. This will help them know immediately which devices they can use on the company network and how to use them securely in the office, at home, or any other remote setting. If you don’t already have a BYOD policy in place, we recommend creating one, especially if you have remote workers in your company.
Cyber Security Protocols and Training
Just as you probably include health and safety training or HR training for your new hires, you should also incorporate cybersecurity. All new employees should undergo cybersecurity training as part of their onboarding process for their specific position.
This training can consist of procedures such as who to contact when you’ve received a suspicious email or how to choose a secure password and protect it, and anything else you might prioritize based on your industry. When you work with the professionals at Alt-Tech Inc., we can help you create a cybersecurity management plan and help you incorporate policies into your workplace operations.
File-Sharing Guideline and Processes
Another vital piece of training that all employees require is how to share confidential files and company data securely. You may also want to review the best practices for accessing company files from home. The onboarding process is the perfect time to review these procedures with new employees. You can also refresh the process in the minds of your seasoned employees at the same time.
Knowing the proper steps to share files securely, collaborate with team members in a safe digital environment, and keep confidential information safe will boost the confidence and productivity of your entire staff.
Encourage Open Communication
Knowledge and communication are two essential tools that help protect employees from cyberattacks. Allowing your team to discuss any concerns about suspicious emails or phone calls openly can be the intervention required to prevent a phishing scam from succeeding. f you have a dedicated IT employee or team, you can encourage your employees to ask questions rather than waiting to find out if something is wrong or not.
When you hire an external IT Service Provider, such as Alt-Tech Inc., we’re always happy to answer questions from our clients so you can better understand the activity on your networks and stay informed.
Foster Cybersecurity Culture
One of the most important things you can do for any new or long-term employee is to foster a cybersecurity culture in the workplace. You can keep the topics relevant by sharing memos regarding possible new threats and how to recognize them. You can also share articles on cyberattack trends in your industry to keep your team aware of risks. The more you and your team know, the better equipped you’ll be to handle the unpredictable.
IT Managed Services Provider in Edmonton
Alt-Tech Inc. is Edmonton’s trusted cybersecurity and IT managed services provider. If you need assistance creating policies, setting up cloud services, or require round-the-clock network monitoring, our experienced professionals are here to help. Contact our cybersecurity team for a consultation today.
