The Human Shield: With cyber attacks set to rise, it's important that we empower employees to defend our front line

The article discusses the importance of empowering employees in order to be prepared for cyber attacks. Topics covered include the Stuxnet virus attack on the Iranian nuclear programme in 2010, a spear phishing attack on a German steel plant, and the practical steps to manage cyber security risk. Also mentioned are the factors to consider by businesses and organisations when turning employees into a security asset as part of their behavioural change programme.