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Corporate Social Engineering Training Course
Edstellar's Social Engineering instructor-led training course equips teams with the skills to recognize, respond to, and mitigate social engineering threats. Training covers social engineering nuances, recognizes signs, and implements effective defense strategies. Upskill and safeguard your organization’s confidential data.
(Virtual / On-site / Off-site)
Available Languages
English, Español, 普通话, Deutsch, العربية, Português, हिंदी, Français, 日本語 and Italiano
Drive Team Excellence with Social Engineering Corporate Training
Social Engineering represents a critical threat vector for organizations, leveraging human psychology rather than technical hacking techniques to access buildings, systems, or data. Organizations need Social Engineering training to prepare their teams to identify and counteract these deceptive tactics.
The Social Engineering instructor-led training course offers a unique blend of theoretical understanding and practical application skills. Edstellar ensures that this virtual/onsite Social Engineering training course is current and relevant to your team's specific needs.

Skills Your Employees Will Gain
These are the core, hands-on capabilities your team builds during the program.
- Psychological AnalysisPsychological Analysis involves assessing behaviors and mental processes to understand individuals better. This skill is important for roles in counseling, HR, and marketing, as it aids in effective communication and decision-making.
- Security Measures DevelopmentSecurity Measures Development involves creating and implementing strategies to protect systems and data. This skill is important for cybersecurity roles to safeguard against threats.
- Security Protocol EvaluationSecurity Protocol Evaluation is the assessment of security measures to protect data and systems. this skill is important for cybersecurity roles to identify vulnerabilities and enhance defenses.
- Incident Response PlanningIncident Response Planning is the process of preparing for, detecting, and responding to cybersecurity incidents. This skill is important for IT security roles to ensure rapid recovery, minimize damage, and protect sensitive data.
- Security Policy AssessmentSecurity Policy Assessment involves evaluating and analyzing an organization's security policies to ensure they effectively protect assets. This skill is important for cybersecurity roles, as it helps identify vulnerabilities and ensures compliance with regulations, safeguarding sensitive information.
- Training Program ImplementationTraining Program Implementation involves designing, executing, and evaluating training initiatives. This skill is important for HR professionals and managers to enhance employee performance and drive organizational success.
What Your Team Will Achieve After This Training
- Analyze the psychological tactics used by social engineers
- Evaluate security protocols to prevent unauthorized access
- Design incident response plans for social engineering attacks
- Assess and improve existing security policies to mitigate future risks
- Implement training and awareness programs to educate the workforce
- Identify various types of social engineering attacks and their indicators
- Apply critical thinking to assess the legitimacy of requests for information
- Develop strategies for strengthening personal and organizational security measures
Topics & Program Outline
The curriculum is organized into focused modules built by industry experts and delivered virtually or on-premise. Interactive sessions reflect the evolving demands of the workplace, keeping the learning both relevant and practical.
- Introduction to mobile vulnerabilities
- Common mobile operating system flaws
- The impact of third-party apps on mobile security
- Case studies of mobile security breaches
- Steps to exploit camera access
- Identifying vulnerable Android apps
- Techniques for gaining unauthorized camera access
- Demonstrations of camera hacking on Android devices
- Prevention and mitigation techniques
- Security settings and permissions management for apps
- Best practices for securing mobile devices against unauthorized access
- Use of security software and updates to mitigate vulnerabilities
- Setting up a safe, legal environment for testing
- Legal considerations and compliance requirements
- Creating isolated and controlled test environments
- Ensuring data protection and privacy during testing
- Tools and resources needed
- Essential hardware and software for a penetration testing lab
- Open-source vs. commercial penetration testing tools
- Virtual machines and network configuration for testing purposes
- Lab use cases and scenarios
- Simulating network attacks and defenses
- Practice scenarios for web application vulnerabilities
- Conducting controlled social engineering experiments
- Overview of Linux operating system
- History and evolution of Linux
- Linux distributions commonly used in security practices
- Understanding the Linux file system and architecture
- Command-line essentials
- Basic Linux commands for file management, networking, and system administration
- Scripting basics for automation of tasks
- Practical exercises for command-line proficiency
- Basic Linux security practices
- User and group permissions management
- Securing the Linux boot process and services
- Firewall and SELinux basics for securing Linux systems
- Techniques for online reconnaissance
- Using search engines for information gathering
- Leveraging social media and public records
- Tools and techniques for footprinting and scanning
- Tools for data gathering
- Overview of tools like WHOIS, traceroute, and NSlookup
- Introduction to web scraping tools
- Using DNS enumeration tools for gathering domain information
- Analyzing information for vulnerabilities
- Identifying potential security weaknesses from gathered data
- Prioritizing vulnerabilities for testing and mitigation
- Creating a reconnaissance report for further action
- Social media and internet research methods
- Techniques for finding personal information online
- Assessing digital footprints on various platforms
- Case studies on information gathering through social engineering
- Ethical considerations and privacy
- Understanding legal boundaries and ethical guidelines
- Protecting personal privacy while conducting research
- The importance of consent and data protection laws
- Using information for defensive strategies
- Educating employees on the risks of oversharing online
- Implementing policies to minimize information exposure
- Developing a response plan for information leakage incidents
- Concepts of backdoors
- Definition and types of backdoors
- Understanding the threat posed by backdoors
- Historical examples of backdoor exploits
- Creation and detection of undetectable backdoors
- Techniques for creating stealthy backdoors
- Tools and methods for detecting hidden backdoors
- Case studies of undetectable backdoors in the wild
- Countermeasures and protection
- Implementing security measures to prevent backdoor installation
- Regular system scanning and monitoring for anomalies
- Best practices for patch management and security updates
- Techniques and tools for spying
- Keyloggers and screen capture malware
- Using spyware to monitor user activities
- Demonstrations of spyware installation and data extraction
- Legal and ethical implications
- Understanding the legal ramifications of using spying tools
- Ethical considerations in security testing and research
- Balancing security needs with privacy rights
- Defense strategies against spying malware
- Detection and removal of spyware
- Securing systems against unauthorized monitoring
- Educating users on the signs of potential spying activity
- Advanced malware features
- Techniques for making malware persistent
- Methods for malware communication and control
- Enhancing malware to bypass security measures
- Evasion techniques from antivirus detection
- Understanding how antivirus software detects malware
- Techniques for obfuscating malware to evade detection
- Testing malware against various antivirus solutions
- Updating and maintenance of secure systems
- Strategies for keeping systems updated against known vulnerabilities
- Implementing robust security policies to prevent malware infection
- Regular security audits and assessments to identify potential weaknesses
- Trojan concepts and creation
- Understanding the functionality and types of Trojans
- Tools and environments for developing Trojans
- Demonstrations of Trojan creation and deployment
- Distribution methods
- Common vectors for Trojan distribution
- Crafting convincing phishing emails for Trojan delivery
- Using social engineering techniques to spread Trojans
- Prevention and removal
- Techniques for detecting and removing Trojans
- Implementing security measures to prevent Trojan infections
- Educating users on safe practices to avoid Trojan attacks
- Overview of Mac OS vulnerabilities
- Common misconceptions about Mac OS security
- Recent vulnerabilities and exploits in Mac OS
- Comparing Mac OS security features with other operating systems
- Malware types specific to Mac OS
- Analysis of malware families targeting Mac OS
- Case studies of significant Mac OS malware attacks
- Techniques for analyzing Mac OS malware
- Security best practices for Mac OS
- Configuring Mac OS security settings for maximum protection
- Using built-in and third-party tools for Mac OS security
- Regular maintenance and updates to keep Mac OS secure
- Linux system vulnerabilities
- Identifying common vulnerabilities in Linux systems
- Understanding the impact of vulnerabilities on Linux security
- Case studies of Linux system breaches
- Types of malware targeting Linux
- Overview of malware families affecting Linux
- Techniques for Linux malware analysis
- Demonstrations of Linux malware infection and behavior
- Linux security enhancements
- Hardening Linux systems against attacks
- Implementing security controls and monitoring for Linux
- Regular Linux system audits and security checks
- Phishing, vishing, and other delivery techniques
- Overview of social engineering delivery methods
- Crafting effective phishing emails and vishing scripts
- Analyzing successful social engineering campaigns
- Crafting believable phishing campaigns
- Techniques for creating convincing phishing content
- Utilizing psychological triggers in phishing attempts
- Testing and refining phishing campaigns for effectiveness
- Defensive measures against malicious deliveries
- Training employees to recognize and report phishing attempts
- Implementing technical defenses against phishing and vishing
- Continuous improvement of organizational security awareness
- Using Meterpreter for post-exploitation
- Introduction to Meterpreter and its capabilities
- Common Meterpreter commands for data extraction and system control
- Practical exercises with Meterpreter in controlled environments
- Commands and scripts for data extraction
- Automating data collection with Meterpreter scripts
- Techniques for stealthy data extraction without detection
- Ensuring data integrity and confidentiality during extraction
- Securing systems post-compromise
- Identifying and closing security gaps after an attack
- Remediation steps to recover from Meterpreter exploitation
- Implementing monitoring to detect future compromises
- Empire post-exploitation framework
- Overview of the Empire framework and its use cases
- Setting up Empire for post-exploitation tasks
- Modules and capabilities of Empire for extended control
- Modules and listeners
- Configuring listeners for persistent access
- Utilizing modules for lateral movement and privilege escalation
- Customizing Empire for specific post-exploitation scenarios
- Remediation and recovery
- Steps for system recovery after Empire exploitation
- Hardening systems against future Empire framework use
- Lessons learned from post-exploitation analysis
- Developing a comprehensive security mindset
- The importance of a proactive approach to cybersecurity
- Building a culture of security within the organization
- Continuous learning and adaptation in the face of evolving threats
- Organizational policies and training
- Developing and implementing effective security policies
- Role-based security training for different levels of the organization
- Evaluating and updating training programs to address new threats
- Continuous improvement for security posture
- Utilizing security audits and assessments for ongoing improvement
- Implementing feedback loops for security incident response
- Leveraging new technologies and methodologies for enhanced security
Who Should Attend?
This program suits professionals at many levels across the organization, including:
- IT Security Specialists
- Cybersecurity Analysts
- Security Awareness Teams
- Incident Response Teams
- Network Security Engineers
- Information Security Analysts
- Security Engineers
- IT Analysts
- IT Support Engineers
- System Administrators
- Network Administrators
- IT Security Managers
What are the Prerequisites?
The Social Engineering training can be taken by professionals with a basic understanding of cybersecurity concepts.
Choose the Format That Fits Your Team
We design training your teams actually engage with, and deliver it the way that suits you best. Through a vetted global trainer network, Edstellar runs sessions in 10+ languages with consistent quality anywhere.



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Virtual / online: expert-led live sessions delivered anywhere, with consistency and easy scheduling.
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On-site (in-house): immersive, instructor-led learning at your office.
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Off-site: focused, instructor-led group learning away from everyday workplace distractions.
Get a Proposal Shaped to Your Needs
Need pricing for onsite, offsite, or virtual delivery? Get a proposal tailored to your team's needs.
64 hours of group training (includes VILT/In-person On-site)
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160 hours of group training (includes VILT/In-person On-site)
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400 hours of group training (includes VILT/In-person On-site)
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What Sets Edstellar Apart
Experienced Trainers
Our trainers are drawn from a vetted global network and bring years of industry expertise, keeping every session practical and impactful.
Proven Quality
With a strong global track record, Edstellar is known for quality and engaging delivery.
Industry-Relevant Curriculum
Our programs are built by experts to match the demands of today's industry.
Fully Customizable
Every program can be tailored to your organization's goals.
Comprehensive Support
We provide pre- and post-session support for a complete learning experience.
Global Multi-Location & Multilingual Training Delivery
We deliver in multiple languages to support diverse global teams.
Hear from Organizations We've Trained
"The Social Engineering training provided me with comprehensive capabilities that elevated my expertise. As a Senior Software Engineer, I needed to understand strategic frameworks deeply, and this course delivered perfectly. The with expert-led workshops gave me hands-on experience with industry best practices. I've been able to drive meaningful innovation and improvement within my department. Highly recommend for anyone serious about this field.”
Donna Hawkins
Senior Software Engineer,
Enterprise Software Development Firm
"This Social Engineering course equipped me with comprehensive industry best practices expertise that I've seamlessly integrated into our professional services practice. The hands-on modules covering hands-on exercises and real-world I now confidently design solutions that consistently deliver measurable business results. We've reduced implementation timelines by 45% on comparable projects, validating the immediate impact of this training program.”
Oisin O'Neill
Senior Software Engineer,
IT Services and Solutions Provider
"As a Senior Software Engineer leading technical mastery operations, the Social Engineering training provided our team with essential practical applications expertise at scale. The comprehensive modules on practical simulations operational footprint. Our team's capability maturity level increased by three full stages within six months. This course has proven invaluable for driving our organizational transformation and sustained excellence.”
Madhuri Deshpande
Senior Software Engineer,
Digital Innovation Platform
“Edstellar’s IT & Technical training programs have been instrumental in strengthening our engineering teams and building future-ready capabilities. The hands-on approach, practical cloud scenarios, and expert guidance helped our teams improve technical depth, problem-solving skills, and execution across multiple projects. We’re excited to extend more of these impactful programs to other business units.”
Aditi Rao
L&D Head,
A Global Technology Company
Recognition That Motivates Your Team
Upon successful completion of the training course offered by Edstellar, employees receive a course completion certificate, symbolizing their dedication to ongoing learning and professional development.
This certificate validates the employee's acquired skills and is a powerful motivator, inspiring them to enhance their expertise further and contribute effectively to organizational success.


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