IT security workshops & training for your team

Cybersecurity is an endless learning field. With our IT security workshops and hands-on training, you turn your employees into the first line of defense against cyber threats.

Illustration: Person mit Lupe untersucht PC mit Loch + Fußspuren im Vordergrund, in Gedankenblase 2 Sicherheitsexperten.

Many attacks are caused by human error.

60%

of all security incidents involve a human factor.

€289B

in damages to the German economy through cyberattacks in 2025.

50%

of companies train their employees regularly on IT security topics.

Turn your employees into IT security champions!

Attackers have figured it out: the fastest way into a company isn't a vulnerability in the code. It's the person under pressure. Time constraints, routine, and a lack of awareness quickly lead to careless clicks or unsafe decisions in everyday work.

This is exactly where phishing, social engineering, and cyber risks strike. And this is exactly where your people can make the difference, if they know what to look out for.

Benefits of our IT security training

Sharper eye for cyber threats

Your employees build knowledge and act significantly more securely in their day-to-day work.

Reduced cyber risk

Human errors are minimized, making attacks far less likely to succeed.

Security in daily business

Your team can integrate security aspects early into processes and decisions.

Lasting security culture

IT security becomes part of daily work – not out of obligation, but through understanding.

Our IT security courses at a glance

Incident readiness

Rehearse the worst case before it happens

In a tabletop simulation, you test how well your processes actually hold up during an IT security incident, without any risk to ongoing operations. The focus is on communication, decision-making, and collaboration. You walk away with a clear evaluation and concrete recommendations.

Duration: 2 hours
For: Development teams, security leads, and executives

Threat-informed defense

Understand and counter the ransomware landscape

Together, we analyze the tactics of the five most active ransomware groups currently targeting German companies. You'll learn which defensive measures actually work, and which are just expensive theater.

Duration: 2 hours
For: Executives and security leads

Threat modeling with PASTA

Anticipate attacks before they happen

You'll learn the PASTA methodology and systematically identify threats, from requirements and architecture to concrete attack scenarios. You'll leave with an action plan that targets risks where they actually originate.

Duration: 6 hours across 4 sessions or 1 full day
For: Entire development teams

Software development – secure by design

Security in the code, not as an afterthought

You'll learn how to identify assets, automatically detect vulnerabilities, and correctly interpret concepts like CWE and CVSS. After the workshop, you'll prioritize risks by impact and integrate security where it belongs: in the code, not the audit.

Duration: 12 hours across 5 sessions or 2 full days
For: Entire development teams

Secure architecture

The principles that truly hold up

Authentication, authorization, secure configuration, password security, the building blocks of modern architecture, framed within SSDLC, Threat Modeling, and OWASP. You'll understand not just the "what," but the "why" behind every decision.

Duration: 3 days
For: Developers and architects

OWASP Top 10 API security

Interfaces are a well-known entry point

You'll learn the most critical API risks and understand how typical attacks unfold. You'll leave knowing where your interfaces are vulnerable and how to secure them, before someone else finds the gaps.

Duration: 1 day
For: Developers and architects

Nothing quite right?

We also offer customised workshops.

This is just a selection of our IT security workshop topics. Tell us what your team needs and we'll develop the right format.

IT security training: unlocking the potential in your people

Antonia Schmalstieg

IT-Security Consultant

The most powerful moment in a security workshop, for me, is when responsibility becomes tangible. When a product owner realized the influence she had on security in the development process, her behavior changed immediately: better questions, earlier involvement, clearer decisions. Security became part of her daily work, and that is exactly where the real value lies for our customers.

Antonia Schmalstieg

IT-Security Consultant

How to get your IT security workshop

1. Presales meeting

We kick things off with an initial meeting to discuss the scope of the workshop – including topic, timeframe, location, and number of participants.

2. Offer

Following the meeting, we'll send you a tailored proposal with all the details discussed.

3. Planning

Once you sign the proposal, we move into workshop planning and lock in the exact date and time.

4. Preparation

Leading up to the workshop, we prepare everything needed for delivery and tailor the content to your specific expectations.

5. Delivery

When the time comes, we run the IT security workshop with at least two trainers on our side and your participants on yours. The session includes an introduction with participant introductions and agenda, the core content, and a closing Q&A and feedback round.

6. Follow-up

Even after the workshop, we're available for any questions or feedback. Feel free to reach out, even if it's about IT security topics beyond the workshop content.

Frequently asked questions about our it security workshops & trainings

Do you offer workshops on topics not listed here?

Our team covers expertise across a wide range of topics. Just reach out and we'll figure out how we can make your topic work.

Can I request a customized version of a training course?

In general, smaller adjustments are no problem at all. Just reach out and we'll see how we can tailor the workshop to your needs.

Who are the workshops suitable for?

For everyone. We cover security perspectives across a wide range of roles and responsibilities. If you're not sure which workshop would be the right fit for your team or use case, feel free to reach out.

Are remote workshops available?

Most of our workshops are remote-ready. For longer workshops, however, we recommend an in-person format. We're happy to share our experience on what has worked and what hasn't, and find a setup that fits you and your team.

Can you provide a venue for the training courses?

codecentric has locations in 13 cities across Germany. If needed, codecentric's office spaces can be booked for workshop delivery.

Why should I invest in training courses or attend workshops at all?

Workshops help you and your colleagues deepen your knowledge in IT security or find an entry point into the field. This not only improves the quality of your work, but also builds resilience against attacks. And as a little bonus, it gives your confidence a boost too.

We'll help you find the right training for your team.

If you're ready to make IT security a true team effort, let's talk.

Marc Lenze

IT-Security Business Development Lead

Marc Lenze

IT-Security Business Development Lead