October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month
Here in South Denver, we are surrounded by innovation, ambition, and a strong sense of community. As fellow business owners, we pour everything into building something meaningful. We invest in the best tools, the right location, and most importantly, the right people.
But what if your greatest asset, your team, was unknowingly also your biggest security risk?
The truth is that most cyber incidents do not begin with an advanced software hack. They start with a person, often a well-meaning employee who clicked the wrong link. It is not about blame. It is about awareness. And with Security Awareness Training, we can transform your staff from a vulnerability into your strongest line of defense.
The Human Element: A Story Told by Statistics
Attackers know that targeting people is far easier than breaking through advanced firewalls. They rely on human nature, our curiosity, our desire to be helpful, and the fact that we are often moving fast. The numbers back it up:
- 74% of all data breaches involve the “human element.” That includes phishing, errors, or misuse of credentials. Source: Verizon 2024 Data Breach Investigations Report (Verizon DBIR)
- 74% of organizations experienced at least one successful phishing attack in the last year. Phishing remains a top threat because it works. Source: Proofpoint 2024 State of the Phish (Proofpoint Report)
- $4.45 million is the average cost of a data breach, rising to $4.76 million when phishing is involved. Source: IBM 2023 Cost of a Data Breach (IBM Report)
These global numbers hit home for our neighbors in South Denver, from the Denver Tech Center and Greenwood Village to Littleton and Highlands Ranch. One click can derail operations, trigger financial losses, and erode community trust.
The Power of Security Awareness Training
The good news is that this problem can be solved. Security Awareness Training is not about blame or fear. It is about empowerment. It gives your employees the knowledge and confidence to protect your business every day.
For companies across South Denver, we have seen firsthand how a proactive training program changes the culture:
- Builds Vigilance – Staff learn to spot phishing emails, suspicious texts, and fraudulent requests.
- Creates Shared Responsibility – Security becomes part of everyone’s role, not just IT.
- Reduces Risk – Ongoing training and simulated phishing campaigns help build habits that prevent costly mistakes.
- Protects Your Reputation – Clients, partners, and peers in our community see your firm as a safe, trustworthy partner.
- Boosts Confidence – Employees who feel prepared are more engaged and see themselves as part of your defense.
Let’s Strengthen South Denver Together
Your business is too important to leave its security to chance. By investing in your people, you are protecting not just your company but also your role in the South Denver community.
This Cybersecurity Awareness Month, CMIT Solutions of South Denver is offering:
👉 One month of free Security Awareness Training for any business that schedules a security assessment in October.
It is our way of helping local businesses strengthen their teams and reduce risk.
Take the First Step Today
We are proud to serve our neighbors here in South Denver, from the DTC and Greenwood Village to Littleton, Centennial, and Highlands Ranch. Let’s work together to empower your team, fortify your defenses, and build a stronger, more secure future.
Contact CMIT Solutions of South Denver today to schedule your assessment and claim your free training offer.
