IT Security

IT Security Modules

Eight modules covering the everyday security habits that protect you, your colleagues, and PAC's clients. Each includes a real-world story, red flags to watch for, and clear steps to respond.

IT Module 01

Clean Desk Policy

Your desk is a data source. What you leave out, unlocked, or visible can be just as dangerous as a cyberattack.

Physical Security
IT Module 02

Password Hygiene

Weak and reused passwords are involved in over 80% of breaches. Learn the right habits and tools.

Credentials
IT Module 03

Acceptable Use Policy

PAC systems are provided for PAC work. Understand the boundaries, the reasons, and how to raise concerns.

Policy
IT Module 04

Physical Security & Tailgating

Badge access, visitor management, and why holding a door open for a stranger could be the most expensive habit you have.

Physical Access
IT Module 05

Social Media Safety

What you share publicly is research material for attackers. One LinkedIn post enabled a $2.3M fraud.

Online Safety
IT Module 06

Working Remotely & VPN

Home networks, public Wi-Fi, and personal devices change your threat environment significantly. Always use the VPN.

Remote Work
IT Module 07 — Critical

Incident Reporting

The worst outcome is not an incident. The worst outcome is not reporting one. PAC's no-blame culture means you should always tell IT — immediately. One company waited 206 days. It cost $250M.

Reporting
IT Module 08 — New

AI Acceptable Use Policy

PAC has approved specific AI tools for specific uses. Learn the Data Classification Framework (Public, Private, Restricted), which AI tools are approved, and why one engineer pasting source code into ChatGPT sparked a global policy change.

AI Policy

Ready to prove your skills?

Once you've worked through the modules, take the assessment to earn your certificate.