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Why Engineers Need Security Training Built Around Their Daily Work

Everyday engineering requests such as inspecting a log or providing a temporary credential lead to three checks before acting (who requested it, what access it grants, where the information will go) and an approved route, above the four steps for building the training

An engineer troubleshooting a failed build may be asked to inspect a log, install a utility, join a repository or provide a temporary credential. Each action can be legitimate. Each can also cross a security boundary. Knowing how software works does not remove the need to verify who requested an action, what access it grants and where the information will go. Training for engineers should begin with those decisions. A general introduction to phishing can provide common language, but practical learning needs to reflect the tools, privileges and time pressures of the role. The aim is to help someone continue useful work while recognizing when the task requires a different route or another person's review. Identify decisions with meaningful consequences Ask engineering managers to describe or ...