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Robert Siciliano CSP, CSI, CITRMS Cyber Security Expert; Security Awareness Trainer; Author
Robert Siciliano CSP is a highly acclaimed Cyber Security Keynote Speaker and Security Awareness Trainer. As a #1 Bestselling Amazon.com author and CEO of Safr.Me, he's also the visionary behind the CSI Protection certification, a comprehensive Cyber, Social, and Identity Protection security awareness training program.
Robert is more than just a security expert; he's a dedicated private investigator fiercely committed to informing, educating, and empowering individuals. His mission is to help people protect themselves and their loved ones from the ever-present threats of violence and crime, whether in their daily physical interactions or in the virtual world.
While most programs offer basic "security awareness" training, Robert provides a distinct approach we call "Security Appreciation." The key difference lies in the depth of engagement and emotional connection.
Security Appreciation training helps individuals value security on a deeper, more personal level. Our philosophy is rooted in the belief that "all security is personal."
By making security personal, we change employee behavior and challenge existing belief systems. We emphasize that effective security, whether physical or digital, fundamentally begins with the individual's awareness, actions, and responsibility.
Does your current security awareness training truly inspire a personal connection to security? Does it empower employees to understand and overcome their own resistance? Robert's approach goes deeper. By addressing underlying fear and uncertainty, he cultivates a genuine shift in mindset, leading to lasting behavioral change. It's a transformative approach, and it delivers real results.
Have you ever had a presenter foster an emotional understanding of security? Robert helps employees recognize their personal barriers and navigate the anxieties surrounding vulnerabilities. Robert says "By changing hearts, we change habits". This unique approach resonates deeply and drives real security improvements.
Robert's presentation goes beyond theory. He equips employees to apply security principles in their daily lives by addressing the root causes of resistance. By demystifying security and overcoming fear, we create a culture of proactive protection. This approach is distinct, and it's demonstrably effective.
Beyond awareness, his presentation cultivates personal security ownership. We break down how Human Trust is the biggest obstacle to preventing fraud because it's an inherent part of our nature that fraudsters exploit through social engineering... the modern day, Con. People are wired to trust, which is essential for social interactions and progress, but this makes us vulnerable.
In financial transactions, trust is fundamental and as our first instinct, trust cannot be eliminated. Fraudsters take advantage of this, manipulating emotions and stress to bypass basic common sense, and technological safeguards. It's a unique and effective approach to lasting security changes.
- "Impressive session, lots of good info, enjoyed the session completely."
- "I can't even express how eye opening and impressive this class was."
- "Robert was great, very funny… And the audience really enjoyed him! The responses in our survey were very positive."
- "Robert was fantastic! I received so many great comments. His message was well received."
Robert lives in Boston with his wife and daughters. When not spending time with his family or educating audiences about safety, he enjoys long-distance runs (he is a 13-time Boston Marathoner) an avid mariner (he’s a Flotilla Staff Officer with the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary) and rides a purple 1987 Harley-Davidson Low Rider—with a helmet to preserve his own safety, of course.