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Security Awareness Training: Build a Human Firewall

From $499/month for fully managed training programs using Microsoft or KnowBe4. We help growing businesses transform employees into your strongest defense, reduce phishing clicks by 85%, and build a s...

Security Awareness Training: Build a Human Firewall

Not sure where to start with security training? You’re not alone.

Most small and medium-sized businesses don’t have dedicated security training programs, and it shows.
Responsibilities are spread across your IT team, your HR department, or ignored altogether. There’s no clear plan, no behavior tracking, and no one truly accountable for reducing human risk.

That makes you an easy target.
From phishing attacks to social engineering, cyber threats hit small and mid-sized businesses hardest, with 60% of SMBs closing within six months of a major breach. Meanwhile, regulations are tightening and customers are demanding better security practices.

That’s where InventiveHQ’s Security Awareness Training comes in.
You get behavioral science-driven training that actually changes how your team responds to threats—without the cost of full-time security educators. We’ll design your program, deliver engaging content, track measurable improvements, and be there when suspicious emails arrive.

We Use the Tools You Already Pay For

No need to buy expensive new platforms. We leverage your existing investments to deliver enterprise-grade security awareness training.

Microsoft 365 Users

Already using Microsoft 365 Business Premium, E3, or E5? We’ll use Microsoft Defender for O365 training and phishing simulations at no extra license cost.

KnowBe4 or InfosecIQ Users

Already have KnowBe4 or InfosecIQ? We’ll manage your existing platform, optimize your campaigns, and maximize your ROI.

Starting Fresh?

Don’t have anything? We’ll provide KnowBe4 and handle all setup, configuration, and ongoing management.

Security Training Isn’t Optional. The Numbers Prove It.

Small and mid-sized businesses are increasingly targeted by cybercriminals, and the costs of untrained employees are growing. These data points highlight the risks, and the proven value of expert security awareness training.

74%

of security incidents involve the human element

36%

of data breaches are caused by phishing attacks

85%

reduction in phishing clicks after 12 months of training

8 Reasons Businesses Trust Our Security Awareness Training

From cost savings to measurable behavior change, here’s why small and mid-sized businesses choose InventiveHQ’s expert-led security training instead of generic online courses.

Behavioral Science That Works

Build intuition against manipulation tactics like fear, urgency, and social engineering—not just memorize rules.

Designed by Cybersecurity Experts

Your training program is designed and managed by experienced security professionals who align it with your specific risk profile and industry requirements.

Engaging, Not Boring

Story-driven micro-learning, interactive simulations, and real-world scenarios that employees actually want to complete.

Measurable ROI

Track phishing click rates, reporting rates, and human risk scores with executive dashboards that prove your investment.

Personalized Learning Paths

AI-driven training adapts to each employee’s role, behavior, and vulnerabilities for maximum relevance and impact.

Beyond Compliance

Meet regulatory requirements while building genuine security culture and intuition that protects your business.

Fresh, Current Content

Updated weekly to address the latest threats, from AI-powered phishing to supply chain attacks.

Seamless Integration

Works with your existing tools—Active Directory, SSO, email platforms—for easy deployment and management.

Managed Training Plans

Affordable, fully managed security awareness training using your existing tools or our recommended platforms.


Essentials

$499/mo

Up to 50 users • Basic awareness training

Includes:
  • Use Microsoft Defender or KnowBe4
  • Monthly training modules (12/year)
  • Quarterly simulated phishing
  • Basic reporting dashboard
  • Email support

Growth

$899/mo

Up to 150 users • Role-based training programs

Includes:
  • Everything in Essentials
  • Monthly simulated phishing
  • Custom learning paths
  • Human Risk Score tracking
  • Quarterly reports

Enterprise

$1,599/mo

Up to 500 users • Custom content and reporting

Includes:
  • Everything in Growth
  • Custom content development
  • Real-time coaching
  • Compliance reporting
  • Dedicated success manager

Need strategic oversight from a security executive? Explore our vCISO Plans ($3,000+/mo)

Top FAQs

What am I buying?

We provide fully managed security awareness training that transforms your employees into your strongest defense. We leverage behavioral science, AI-driven personalization, and engaging content to measurably reduce human risk.

How do we get started?

Getting started with security awareness training is easy. Just schedule a call with us to evaluate your needs. You can start seeing improved security behaviors in as little as 30 days. And achieve measurable risk reduction in as few as 90 days.

How is this different from online training videos?

Generic online training focuses on compliance checkboxes. Our expert-led approach focuses on behavior change. We use personalized learning paths, simulated attacks, and measurable outcomes to build genuine security intuition—not just knowledge.

Can you prove ROI?

Absolutely. We track phishing click rates, reporting rates, and human risk scores. Our clients typically see 85% reduction in phishing susceptibility within 12 months. We provide executive dashboards that demonstrate clear return on your security investment.

Will employees hate this?

No! We’ve moved beyond boring compliance videos. Our training uses engaging storytelling, micro-learning modules (3-5 minutes), and interactive scenarios. Employees actually thank us for making security training interesting and relevant to their daily work.

What platforms do you use?

We use the tools you already pay for. If you have Microsoft 365 Business Premium, E3, or E5, we’ll use Microsoft Defender for O365 at no extra cost. If you have KnowBe4 or InfosecIQ, we’ll manage that. If you don’t have anything, we’ll provide KnowBe4 at discounted pricing.

Do you handle compliance requirements?

Yes. Our training meets requirements for HIPAA, PCI-DSS, SOC 2, and other major compliance frameworks. But we go beyond compliance—we build genuine security culture that actually protects your business.

Want strategic security leadership?

Need a vCISO to oversee your entire security program? Ask about our vCISO services that include strategic oversight of your security awareness training along with risk management, compliance, and incident response.

Ready to Transform Your Human Firewall?

Schedule a free consultation to discuss your security awareness needs and get a customized training plan for your business.

No obligation • 30-minute call • Custom recommendations

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