Human Intelligence / Security for Dev's

CRH01 The Human Factor: Why Employees can be the Weakest Link

11/20/2025

8:00am - 9:15am

Level: Introductory

Dave Kawula

Principal Consultant

TriCon Elite Consulting

Steve LaBeau

Principal Systems Engineer

Principal Technology Solutions

Human error is often the biggest security vulnerability in an organization, with employees inadvertently becoming the weakest link in the cybersecurity chain. In this session, Dave Kawula and Steve Labeau will dive into the critical role employees play in an organization's security posture. Through real-world examples and case studies, they will demonstrate how human behavior can lead to significant security breaches and why traditional defenses are not enough. This session will provide actionable insights on how to mitigate the risks associated with the human factor, including training strategies, security awareness programs, and tools that can help transform employees from potential threats into key assets in the fight against cyberattacks.

You will learn:

  • About the impact of human error on cybersecurity and how employees can unintentionally create vulnerabilities.
  • Effective strategies for building a security-aware culture within your organization, including training and awareness programs.
  • Tools and best practices to help employees identify threats and contribute actively to a strong cybersecurity posture.