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Cyber Wardens Program

A free national program training small business employees to become "cyber wardens" — improving cybersecurity awareness and practices to protect small businesses from cyber attacks.

Council of Small Business Organisations Australia (COSBOA) Federal Last reviewed: 20 April 2026

Indicative amount

Free training

Indicative amount only — confirm on the official page

What you get

Free online training modules creating a Cyber Warden in your business. Teaches staff to identify phishing attacks, secure accounts, and respond to cyber incidents. Funded by the Australian Government as part of the Cyber Security Strategy.

Who it's for

small business

Relevant life events: small business

How to apply

1. Register at cyberwardens.com.au. 2. Complete the free online Cyber Warden training modules. 3. Train your designated cyber warden (any staff member) — takes approximately 1–2 hours.

Documents you may need

  • ABN (for business registration)

Informational only — confirm exact requirements on the official page.

Apply on the official page

You will be taken to cyberwardens.com.au

Source: https://cyberwardens.com.au
Last reviewed by AusSchemes: 20 April 2026