security awareness Archives - Jean-Christoph von Oertzen https://jeanchristophvonoertzen.com/tag/security-awareness Exploring the intersection of cybersecurity, psychology, and resilience. Fri, 14 Nov 2025 18:34:47 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://jeanchristophvonoertzen.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/favicon-4.png security awareness Archives - Jean-Christoph von Oertzen https://jeanchristophvonoertzen.com/tag/security-awareness 32 32 What Fantasy Role-Playing Games Can Teach Us About Cybersecurity Roles https://jeanchristophvonoertzen.com/what-fantasy-role-playing-games-can-teach-us-about-cybersecurity-roles https://jeanchristophvonoertzen.com/what-fantasy-role-playing-games-can-teach-us-about-cybersecurity-roles#respond Fri, 14 Nov 2025 18:34:47 +0000 https://jeanchristophvonoertzen.com/?p=1760 — And why your SOC might actually need a Bard 🐉⚔️ Cybersecurity teams are often compared to armies, fire brigades, or special forces. Personally? I think they’re much closer to a party of heroes in a classic fantasy role-playing game. No matter how many frameworks, SIEMs, or AI tools we summon, defending a digital kingdom […]

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]]> https://jeanchristophvonoertzen.com/what-fantasy-role-playing-games-can-teach-us-about-cybersecurity-roles/feed 0 Ransomware Resilience Starts in the Mind: Overcoming Cognitive Biases and Decision-Making Errors in Cybersecurity https://jeanchristophvonoertzen.com/ransomware-resilience-cognitive-biases https://jeanchristophvonoertzen.com/ransomware-resilience-cognitive-biases#respond Sun, 09 Feb 2025 18:52:45 +0000 https://jeanchristophvonoertzen.com/?p=1510 Why We Keep Losing Despite Stronger Security Controls Over the past three years, businesses have almost doubled their confidence in cybersecurity—rising from 32% in 2021 to 54% in 2024 (The Global Cost of Ransomware Study, 2025). Despite this, ransomware’s impact has only grown: 40% of affected companies suffered significant revenue losses, 58% experienced operational downtime, […]

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]]> https://jeanchristophvonoertzen.com/ransomware-resilience-cognitive-biases/feed 0 European Cybersecurity Awareness Month: Key Takeaways for a Safer Digital Future https://jeanchristophvonoertzen.com/european-cybersecurity-awareness-month-key-takeaways-for-a-safer-digital-future https://jeanchristophvonoertzen.com/european-cybersecurity-awareness-month-key-takeaways-for-a-safer-digital-future#respond Mon, 02 Dec 2024 23:16:02 +0000 https://jeanchristophvonoertzen.com/?p=1482 October is synonymous with the European Cybersecurity Awareness Month (ECSM), a time when cybersecurity professionals around the world unite to promote awareness and share valuable insights. Throughout this month, I shared a series of LinkedIn posts that highlighted various facets of cybersecurity, including password managers, multifactor authentication (MFA), the dangers of phishing, and the revolutionary […]

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]]> https://jeanchristophvonoertzen.com/european-cybersecurity-awareness-month-key-takeaways-for-a-safer-digital-future/feed 0 Boosting Cybersecurity in German SMEs with Gamification and Serious Play https://jeanchristophvonoertzen.com/boosting-cybersecurity-in-german-smes-with-gamification-and-serious-play https://jeanchristophvonoertzen.com/boosting-cybersecurity-in-german-smes-with-gamification-and-serious-play#respond Wed, 01 May 2024 13:14:14 +0000 https://jeanchristophvonoertzen.com/?p=1409 TL;DR Gamified cybersecurity training offers an engaging and effective way to improve security awareness and practices within German SMEs. The ALARM Information Security project demonstrates the success of integrating gamification into training, enhancing retention and understanding of cybersecurity principles. By leveraging customized game scenarios, regular workshops, and participatory feedback loops, SMEs can bolster their cybersecurity […]

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]]> https://jeanchristophvonoertzen.com/boosting-cybersecurity-in-german-smes-with-gamification-and-serious-play/feed 0 Unlock Effective Cybersecurity: Simplify Policies with the Clarity of the OSI Model https://jeanchristophvonoertzen.com/unlock-effective-cybersecurity-simplify-policies-with-the-clarity-of-the-osi-model https://jeanchristophvonoertzen.com/unlock-effective-cybersecurity-simplify-policies-with-the-clarity-of-the-osi-model#respond Mon, 18 Mar 2024 23:01:59 +0000 https://jeanchristophvonoertzen.com/?p=1336 TL;DR Diving into the essence of effective cybersecurity, this article shines a light on the transformative power of simplifying policy language, inspired by the OSI model’s structured communication layers. It goes beyond theoretical insights, offering actionable strategies for CISOs to demystify complex jargon and make cybersecurity policies accessible and engaging for every team member. Highlighting […]

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]]> https://jeanchristophvonoertzen.com/unlock-effective-cybersecurity-simplify-policies-with-the-clarity-of-the-osi-model/feed 0 Leveraging Psychology in Cybersecurity: Strategies for SMEs https://jeanchristophvonoertzen.com/leveraging-psychology-in-cybersecurity-strategies-for-smes https://jeanchristophvonoertzen.com/leveraging-psychology-in-cybersecurity-strategies-for-smes#respond Tue, 13 Feb 2024 07:24:20 +0000 https://jeanchristophvonoertzen.com/?p=1320 TL;DR This article delves into the intersection of psychology and cybersecurity, emphasizing the critical role of human elements in developing a resilient security culture within SMEs. Key points include the pivotal nature of psychological theories like Hofstede’s Cultural Dimensions and BJ Fogg’s Behavior-Knowledge Gap model in understanding and influencing organizational behavior towards cybersecurity. It highlights […]

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]]> https://jeanchristophvonoertzen.com/leveraging-psychology-in-cybersecurity-strategies-for-smes/feed 0 Ethical considerations in phishing tests: to inform employees or not? https://jeanchristophvonoertzen.com/ethical-considerations-in-phishing-tests https://jeanchristophvonoertzen.com/ethical-considerations-in-phishing-tests#respond Sat, 13 Jan 2024 12:25:55 +0000 https://jeanchristophvonoertzen.com/?p=1305 TL;DR This article delves into the ethical considerations in phishing tests, highlighting the balance needed between conducting realistic simulations and maintaining fairness in cybersecurity training. This article explores the complexities of conducting phishing simulations in the workplace. Key takeaways include the importance of transparency in fostering a positive security culture, building trust through clear communication, […]

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]]> https://jeanchristophvonoertzen.com/ethical-considerations-in-phishing-tests/feed 0 Summary of a LinkedIn Post Series: Ideas and Insights for Effective Security Awareness in Cybersecurity Awareness Month https://jeanchristophvonoertzen.com/summary-of-a-linkedin-post-series-ideas-and-insights-for-effective-security-awareness-in-cybersecurity-awareness-month https://jeanchristophvonoertzen.com/summary-of-a-linkedin-post-series-ideas-and-insights-for-effective-security-awareness-in-cybersecurity-awareness-month#respond Mon, 27 Nov 2023 08:34:39 +0000 https://jeanchristophvonoertzen.com/?p=1291 Introduction Welcome to a summary overview of my LinkedIn posts published during the Cybersecurity Awareness Month in October 2023. Throughout this month, I delved deeply into the topic of security awareness, sharing valuable insights and strategies to enhance awareness in businesses. This article summarizes the key aspects of my discussions and highlights the importance of […]

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