Cyber Security Training
Staff training & security audits. As a small business ourselves, we understand the cyber security challenges facing Melbourne and Sydney SMEs. Get practical, budget-friendly training and audits that actually make sense for your team and business size.
Ready to Secure Your Business?
Small Business Focused
Practical training designed for small teams
Practical Audits
Real security reviews that find actual problems
Melbourne & Sydney
Local support across both major cities
Trusted by Australian businesses across Melbourne and Sydney
What We Offer
As part of our comprehensive web hosting and infrastructure services, we help Melbourne and Sydney small businesses stay secure without breaking the bank or overwhelming your team.
Small Business Security Training
Practical, jargon-free training designed for small teams. We focus on the threats that actually matter to Australian SMEs, delivered in sessions that fit your schedule.
- Simple, actionable training sessions
- Real-world small business scenarios
- Basic phishing awareness
- Quarterly check-ins included
Practical Security Check-ups
No-nonsense security reviews focused on your website, hosting setup, and basic IT infrastructure. We identify real risks and give you affordable solutions.
- Website security review
- Hosting configuration check
- Simple risk assessment
- Budget-friendly recommendations
Australian Privacy Act Basics
Understand what the Privacy Act actually means for your small business. We'll help you meet requirements without drowning in paperwork or legal jargon.
- Plain English privacy guidance
- Simple compliance checklists
- Basic data handling policies
- Small business exemptions explained
"What to Do When Things Go Wrong"
Simple action plans for common security incidents. We'll create easy-to-follow steps for your team so you're not panicking when something happens.
- One-page incident response plan
- Emergency contact list
- Basic backup procedures
- "Who to call" guide
Trusted by Leading Australian Organisations
.png&w=384&q=75){kind=small}
Join these Australian organisations who trust HSJ Host for reliable, secure web hosting with local support and superior performance.
Our Service Portfolio
Practical cyber security support designed specifically for small businesses in Melbourne and Sydney. Built on our experience managing web hosting and IT infrastructure for SMEs like ourselves.
Small Business Training Programs
Practical security training that makes sense for small teams. No corporate jargon - just the essentials your business actually needs.
Small Business Security Basics
The essentials your team needs to know: strong passwords, safe emails, and protecting company data. No overwhelming technical details.
"Don't Get Scammed" Training
Learn to spot dodgy emails, fake phone calls, and suspicious websites. Real examples of scams targeting Australian small businesses.
Privacy Act for Small Business
What the Australian Privacy Act actually means for your business. Simple steps to handle customer data properly without the legal headaches.
Small Business Owner Security Chat
Straight talk about cyber risks for business owners. We'll discuss what actually matters for your business and budget-friendly protection strategies.
Small Business Security Check-ups
Practical security reviews that focus on your website, hosting, and everyday IT setup. We find real problems and suggest affordable fixes.
Website & Hosting Security Review
Check your website, hosting setup, and basic network security. We'll identify vulnerabilities and suggest practical improvements.
Basic Vulnerability Testing
Simple security tests to find common weaknesses in your website and systems. No complex corporate-level testing - just the basics done well.
Privacy Act Health Check
Quick review of how you handle customer data to make sure you're meeting Australian Privacy Act requirements. Simple checklist approach.
"What If" Planning Session
Work with you to create simple action plans for common security incidents. What to do if your website gets hacked, data gets stolen, etc.
Small Business to Small Business
As a Melbourne-based small business ourselves, we understand the challenges you face. Our team combines practical experience from managing our own web hosting business with qualified security expertise to help you stay protected.
Flexible, Budget-Friendly Solutions
We know small business budgets are tight. Our services can be tailored to your needs and budget, whether you need a quick security check-up or ongoing training support.
Why Small Businesses Need Security Training
Real benefits that Melbourne and Sydney small businesses see after getting their security basics right. No massive corporate programs - just practical protection that fits your business.
Fewer "Oops" Moments
Simple training helps your team avoid common mistakes that lead to security problems. Less stress, fewer headaches.
Better Customer Data Protection
Handle customer information properly and meet Privacy Act requirements. Your customers trust you with their data - keep it safe.
Privacy Act Confidence
Understand what you need to do to meet Australian Privacy Act requirements without drowning in legal paperwork.
Keep Your Business Running
Know what to do when things go wrong so your business doesn't grind to a halt. Simple backup and response plans that actually work.
Team Confidence
Your team will feel more confident handling technology and spotting potential problems. Less "I don't know what to do" moments.
Avoid Expensive Problems
Small businesses can't afford major security incidents. Basic training and security measures help you avoid costly problems.
Australian Cyber Security Reality
The current threat landscape facing Melbourne and Sydney businesses
Average Small Business Data Breach Cost in Australia
Even small breaches can be devastating for SMEs. Most small businesses can't survive a major security incident without help.
of Australian Small Businesses Hit by Cyber Attacks
Small businesses are often targeted because they're seen as easy targets with less security protection in place.
Average Time to Identify a Breach in Australia
Early detection through proper training and monitoring significantly reduces damage and costs.
of Breaches Caused by Human Error
Phishing, social engineering, and poor security practices remain the top attack vectors in Australia.
Why Australian Small Businesses Are Easy Targets
Most small businesses don't have dedicated IT staff or big budgets for security tools, making them attractive targets
Many small business owners don't understand their obligations under Australian privacy laws until it's too late
Small businesses often think they're too small to be targeted, but criminals specifically look for easy victims
Return on Investment
Even a small data breach can cost an Australian SME $88,000 on average. Basic security training and simple protective measures cost a fraction of this while preventing most common problems.
Common Questions About Our Services
Honest answers to the questions Melbourne and Sydney small business owners actually ask about cyber security (without the technical jargon).
We get it - small business owners are swamped. Most of our training sessions are 1-3 hours max. We can do evenings, weekends, or break it into shorter sessions that fit around your schedule. No marathon all-day sessions that kill productivity.
We look at the basics: your website security, how you handle customer data, password practices, backup systems, and whether your hosting setup is secure. No complex enterprise-level stuff - just the fundamentals that actually matter for small businesses. You'll get a simple report with practical fixes.
We're based in Melbourne but can do most training sessions online via Zoom or Teams. For local Melbourne businesses, we're happy to come to you if that works better. We keep it simple - whatever's easier for your team.
As a small business ourselves (web hosting and design), we work with all kinds of SMEs - cafes, tradies, consultants, retailers, professional services. We tailor our advice to what actually matters for your industry and business size, not generic corporate security advice.
We know the Australian Privacy Act basics that small businesses actually need to worry about. If you take credit card payments, we can help with the basic security requirements too. We're not compliance lawyers, but we know what small businesses need to do to stay out of trouble.
Honestly? Most small businesses benefit from annual refreshers rather than constant training. Threats do change, but the basics stay the same. We'll check in with you quarterly and let you know if there's anything new you should worry about. No unnecessary upselling.
You can email or call us if you have questions - we're not going to disappear after we get paid. If something major happens security-wise, we're here to help. We actually have a 24/7 online helpdesk for our hosting clients, and security support ties into that.
Yes - we work with qualified security professionals who have the proper certifications (CISSP, CISM, etc.). But we're not trying to be the big corporate security consulting firm. We're a small business that's hired the right expertise to help other small businesses stay safe without the enterprise-level complexity and cost.
We'll do a simple before/after check to see if your team's security knowledge improved. Maybe send a test phishing email a few weeks later to see if people spot it. Nothing fancy - just enough to know if it was worth your time and money.
We quote based on what you actually need - not some massive package you don't want. Small team training might be a few hundred dollars, basic security check-ups start around $1,500. We're upfront about costs and can work with small business budgets. No surprise fees or enterprise-level pricing.
Still Have Questions?
Our cyber security experts are ready to discuss your specific needs and answer any questions about protecting your Melbourne or Sydney business.
Practical Training
No death-by-PowerPoint sessions. Practical workshops using real examples that relate to your business.
Simple Security Check-ups
We check the important stuff and tell you what actually needs fixing, in language you can understand.
We're Here When You Need Us
Follow-up support included. If something security-related goes wrong, you can call us for help.