Employee Communications: Pre-Programme Announcement

Effective communication is key to the success of any security awareness training initiative. Employees need to understand the purpose and value of the programme before training begins. Clear and ongoing communication will help maintain engagement and ensure everyone knows how they fit into the bigger picture.


Suggested Communication to Learners Pre-Training Launch & Deployment

Template 1: Friendly and Motivational

Subject: Get Ready for Our Cyber Security Awareness Programme - ⚡

Dear Colleagues,

We’re excited to announce that on {Programme Launch Date}, we will officially launch our annual Security Awareness Programme: Be the Shield.

The primary goal of this programme is to cultivate a strong security culture within our organisation, helping us all stay one step ahead of cyber threats. Through our dedicated training platform, you’ll gain access to essential security awareness materials and take part in simulated phishing tests designed to sharpen your vigilance.

Here’s what you can expect:

  • Training Notifications: You’ll receive emails from app@goldphish.com with links to access the training platform.
  • Easy Login: Use your company email address to log in and set up your password.
  • Flexible Access: Complete the training on any device - work or personal.
  • Simulated Phishing Tests: We’ll conduct tests across departments to keep everyone sharp. Report suspicious emails immediately to our Information Security Team at {Contact Number}.

Thank you for your commitment to safeguarding our organisation. We’re confident you’ll find the training engaging, fun and insightful.

Stay vigilant and let’s Be the Shield!

Warm regards,

Information Security Team


Template 2: Direct and Goal-Oriented

Subject: Important: Cyber Security Awareness Training Launch

Good Morning Everyone,

Over the past few months, we’ve seen a significant rise in phishing attempts, highlighting the need to strengthen our cyber security awareness. To address this, we’re launching a Security Awareness Training Programme designed to enhance our collective knowledge and protect our business.

This mandatory training begins this week and will run through January 2025. Our goal is to achieve a 100% pass rate, and we’re counting on everyone’s full participation to make this happen.

Here’s what to expect:

  • Training Notifications: You’ll receive emails from app@goldphish.com with links to access the training platform.
  • Easy Login: Use your company email address to log in.
  • Flexible Access: Complete the training on any device—work or personal.
  • Simulated Phishing Tests: We’ll conduct tests across departments to keep everyone sharp. Report suspicious emails immediately to our Information Security Team at {Contact Number}.

Action Required:

This training is COMPULSORY for all employees. Unit and Department Managers, please ensure your teams log into the platform as soon as they receive the notification email.

If any team member hasn’t received the email by the end of the week, please report the issue to {Support Contact Details} immediately.

Thank you for your dedication to keeping our organisation secure. We hope you find the training both informative and enjoyable!

Best regards,

[Your Name or Information Security Team]



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