Empowering People.
Securing Business.

We are a New Zealand-based I.T. Security and Cyber Security training provider, dedicated to helping small to medium-sized businesses, local government organisations, schools, and charities stay safe in an increasingly digital world.

Our mission is simple: to equip your team with the knowledge and confidence they need to recognise, prevent, and respond to cyber threats. We understand that every organisation is different — that’s why we offer tailor-made training programmes designed to suit all skill levels, across all platforms and devices.

Whether your staff are tech-savvy or just getting started, our practical, engaging courses will help them understand real-world risks and adopt smarter, safer digital habits.

Why Choose Us?

  • Specialists in Cyber Security Training
  • New Zealand-Based & Locally Focused
  • Tailored Content for All Skill Levels
  • Workshops for Businesses, Schools, Councils & Charities
  • Delivered Onsite or Remotely to Suit Your Needs

Help your team become the first line of defence.
Train smart. Stay safe. Protect what matters.

How does I.T. Security training help protect my business?

Providing your staff with I.T. Security training is one of the most effective ways to protect your business from cyber threats. Here's how it helps:

Reduces Human Error – Your Biggest Risk

Most cyber breaches happen not because of technical flaws, but due to human mistakes — clicking on phishing emails, using weak passwords, or mishandling sensitive data. Training helps your team recognise and avoid these risks.

Builds a Security-First Culture

Security isn’t just an IT issue — it’s a company-wide responsibility. Training fosters awareness and encourages everyone to take ownership of their role in keeping systems and data safe.

Defends Against Common Threats

Well-trained staff can spot and stop common attacks like phishing, malware, and social engineering before damage is done. Prevention is always cheaper and easier than recovery.

Protects Sensitive Business and Customer Data

Your reputation, legal compliance, and customer trust all depend on keeping information secure. Training reduces the chances of accidental leaks or breaches.

Saves Money and Downtime

Cyber incidents can cost businesses thousands in lost time, recovery costs, and reputational damage. Investing in staff training now can prevent costly incidents later.

Ensures Compliance and Reduces Liability

For many industries and sectors, staff awareness is part of regulatory or insurance requirements. Training demonstrates due diligence and strengthens your compliance posture.

I.T. Security training can directly contribute to lowering your cyber insurance costs

Demonstrates Risk Reduction to Insurers

Insurance providers assess your level of cyber risk when setting premiums. By training your staff in I.T. security, you’re actively reducing the chance of a cyber incident — a key factor that insurers reward with lower premiums or better terms.

Enhances Compliance With Policy Requirements

Many cyber insurance policies require businesses to have basic security measures in place, including staff awareness training. Fulfilling these requirements ensures your policy stays valid and may reduce exclusions or excesses in the event of a claim.

Decreases the Likelihood of Claims

Trained staff are far less likely to fall victim to phishing, ransomware, or accidental data leaks — meaning you’re less likely to make a claim. Insurers often provide discounted rates to organisations with a proven track record of proactive risk management.

Supports Stronger Security Posture Assessments

Insurance underwriters look at your organisation’s overall cyber resilience. Documented staff training shows you take security seriously, which can lead to better coverage options and negotiation leverage.

Access to Lower-Risk Insurance Pools

Some insurers offer group discounts or tailored packages for organisations that meet certain risk-reduction criteria — including regular staff security training. This can grant you access to preferred pricing tiers.

In Summary:

Training your staff in I.T. security isn’t just about safety — it’s a smart business move that can improve your risk profile and reduce your insurance costs. It’s an investment that pays off in multiple ways: better protection, increased trust, and real financial savings.

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FAQs

1What is TechWiz IT Security Training?
TechWiz IT Security Training is a service provided by a New Zealand-based I.T. Security and Cyber Security training provider, dedicated to helping small to medium-sized businesses, local government organizations, schools, and charities stay safe by equipping their teams with the knowledge and confidence to recognize, prevent, and respond to cyber threats.
2Who is this training for?
The training is designed for staff at all skill levels within small to medium-sized businesses, local government organizations, schools, and charities, regardless of their technical proficiency.
3What makes TechWiz's training unique?
TechWiz specializes in cybersecurity training, is New Zealand-based and locally focused, offers tailored content for all skill levels, conducts workshops for various organization types, and can deliver training either onsite or remotely.
4How does IT Security training benefit my business?
IT Security training helps protect your business by reducing human error (the biggest risk), building a security-first culture, defending against common threats like phishing and malware, protecting sensitive business and customer data, saving money and downtime from cyber incidents, and ensuring compliance with regulations, potentially reducing liability.
5Can IT Security training help lower cyber insurance costs?
Yes, training staff in I.T. security can directly contribute to lowering cyber insurance costs by demonstrating risk reduction to insurers, enhancing compliance with policy requirements, decreasing the likelihood of claims, supporting stronger security posture assessments, and potentially granting access to lower-risk insurance pools.
6What kind of cyber threats does the training help defend against?
The training helps staff identify and defend against common threats such as phishing emails, malware, social engineering, weak passwords, and mishandling sensitive data.
7Is the training customizable?
Yes, TechWiz offers tailor-made training programs designed to suit all skill levels, across all platforms and devices, to meet the specific needs of each organization.