A key component of our compliance training programs is the inclusion of phishing simulation exercises. These realistic scenarios test and reinforce user awareness without exposing your network to actual threats.

By conducting periodic phishing tests, we help organizations:

• Identify users most at risk
• Provide targeted remediation training
• Reduce overall susceptibility to social engineering attacks

Simulations are tailored to mimic current attack vectors and reinforce lessons learned in formal training sessions.

These exercises satisfy various compliance requirements, including FTC Safeguards Rule mandates, by demonstrating due diligence in employee security education.

At Silverback Consulting, we customize our training modules based on the specific regulatory requirements your business must adhere to:

• HIPAA Compliance Training: Focused on protecting electronic protected health information (ePHI), including secure data handling and breach notification protocols.
• CMMC Certification Training: For DoD contractors, we provide level-specific training aligned with the latest Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification guidelines.
• PCI DSS Training: Ensures personnel who handle cardholder data are trained to follow Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard practices.
• NIST-Based Security Awareness: Aligns with NIST SP 800-53 and NIST 800-171, promoting a culture of responsibility in managing controlled unclassified information (CUI).

By aligning user training with these standards, we help reduce the likelihood of audit findings and penalties, while enhancing your organization’s overall security maturity.

Compliance is not a one-and-done project. It is an ongoing commitment that demands regular updates, refreshers, and adaptations to emerging threats.

That’s why our programs are designed with a continuous training cycle, including:

• Regularly updated course content
• Microlearning modules for retention
• Monthly phishing simulations
• Reporting dashboards for compliance tracking

Our learning management systems provide administrators and compliancy officers with full visibility into employee progress, helping you document compliance efforts and present audit-ready reports at any time.

Organizations that embed user training into their compliance efforts see measurable improvements in risk mitigation.

Employees become more vigilant about:

• Recognizing and reporting phishing emails
• Following secure data transfer protocols
• Understanding acceptable use policies
• Practicing physical and digital asset protection

This risk reduction directly supports FTC and HIPAA breach prevention requirements, while fulfilling PCI and CMMC expectations for staff security awareness.

We don’t just teach what compliance is—we build operational habits that sustain it.

Our philosophy at Silverback Consulting is that what gets measured gets managed. That’s why we integrate actionable metrics into every aspect of our training programs, including:

• Phishing susceptibility rates over time
• Training completion rates and score improvements
• Policy acknowledgment tracking
• Behavioral trends among different departments

These insights allow compliance officers, IT directors, and HR teams to fine-tune the training process, allocate resources effectively, and prepare detailed compliance documentation.

Many organizations have documented compliance policies, but without effective training, those policies are not actionable.

Our training bridges this gap by translating policy language into real-world scenarios that employees can understand and apply.

For example, understanding what constitutes a HIPAA violation becomes much more intuitive when employees are shown simulated cases where mishandling data led to real-world consequences.

Likewise, understanding CMMC controls becomes easier when training walks users through examples relevant to their actual job roles.

Silverback Consulting’s experts bring decades of hands-on experience across regulated industries.

We know how to turn training from a mundane requirement into a competitive advantage.

Here’s what sets our programs apart:

• Fully customized training aligned with your regulatory needs
• Interactive multimedia content that engages users
• Advanced phishing simulation platforms
• Expert guidance in audit preparation and documentation
• Seamless integration with your existing HR and IT Computer systems

Whether you’re preparing for a HIPAA audit, working toward CMMC compliance, or simply want to reduce the chances of falling victim to phishing attacks, Silverback Consulting is your partner in success.

Most frameworks, including HIPAA and CMMC, recommend or require annual training at a minimum. However, ongoing microlearning and quarterly phishing simulations are highly recommended for continuous reinforcement.

While not always explicitly required, phishing simulations are strongly encouraged by standards like FTC, HIPAA, and NIST as they demonstrate proactive user education and risk reduction.

Silverback Consulting provides detailed training reports, completion records, and policy acknowledgments that are audit-ready and fulfill documentation requirements for HIPAA, PCI, CMMC, and more.

Failing a simulation doesn’t result in punishment. Instead, it triggers targeted retraining to close knowledge gaps and improve security awareness without blame.

Absolutely. Our programs are fully customizable to ensure relevance and engagement, from executive-level briefings to role-based technical training for IT and healthcare staff.

Yes. We assist with training documentation, audit checklists, and gap analysis to ensure your training program meets or exceeds regulatory expectations.