Physical Access Controls (CYRUS)

'Physical access controls' is an online course, developed within the framework of the Digital Europe Programme-funded CYRUS project (Enhancing employees’ cybersecurity skills for better protection against cybersecurity attacks). The project aims to support the capacity of companies and SMEs engaged in the transport and manufacturing sectors in Europe to adequately address, combat and prevent cyber incidents and attacks. 

Why this course? 

This training provides a comprehensive understanding of physical security measures essential for protecting data centres, office spaces and critical infrastructure. 

Participants will explore key concepts such as authentication methods, surveillance systems and environmental security while learning best practices for implementing access control mechanisms like biometric authentication, key cards, smart locks and security personnel.

Target audience are security professionals and facility managers, IT administrators and compliance officers as well as individuals responsible for securing physical infrastructure.

Learning outcomes

Upon completing this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the importance of physical security in an organisation’s overall security strategy;
• Identify and mitigate physical threats such as unauthorised access, theft and disasters;
• Implement physical security frameworks in compliance with industry standards;
• Deploy surveillance technologies (CCTV, motion sensors, alarms) to enhance security;
• Set up visitor management protocols to monitor and regulate facility access;
• Configure and manage Physical Access Control Systems (PACS) in diverse environments. 

Further details

The training is free of charge and offered as self-paced e-learning available on demand with a duration of approximately 2 hours.