The purpose of this training manual is to provide information technology (IT) employees at NSSD with the knowledge and skills they need to protect the NSSD network from cyberattacks. The manual covers a wide range of topics, including:

• Cybersecurity fundamentals
• Common cyber threats and vulnerabilities
• Risk management
• Network security
• Security controls
• Incident response

The manual also includes specific guidance on how to apply the principles and practices described in the manual to the NSSD network.

Why is it important for IT employees at NSSD to apply the principles and practices described in this manual?

NSSD is a critical infrastructure organization, and its network is a target for cyberattacks. IT employees at NSSD play a vital role in protecting the network from these attacks. By applying the principles and practices described in this manual, IT employees at NSSD can help to:

• Reduce the risk of cyberattacks
• Detect and respond to cyberattacks quickly and effectively
• Minimize the impact of cyberattacks

What is at stake if IT employees at NSSD do not appropriately apply their training and provide high-quality defense and mitigation strategies to the NSSD network?

If IT employees at NSSD do not appropriately apply their training and provide high-quality defense and mitigation strategies to the NSSD network, the following could happen:

• NSSD could be the victim of a successful cyberattack
• NSSD’s network could be compromised and sensitive data could be stolen
• NSSD’s operations could be disrupted or shut down
• NSSD could lose money and reputation

Conclusion

It is essential that IT employees at NSSD apply the principles and practices described in this manual to protect the NSSD network from cyberattacks. By doing so, IT employees can help to keep NSSD’s network safe and secure.

Audience

The audience for this training manual is IT employees at NSSD. The manual is written in a clear and concise style that is easy to understand. The manual also includes practical exercises and examples to help IT employees apply the principles and practices described in the manual to their work.

Next Steps

In the next section of this training manual, we will discuss the cybersecurity fundamentals that IT employees at NSSD need to know.