The Psychology of Measuring Human Risk: Measuring What Matters in Cybersecurity

Cybersecurity isn’t just about technology—it’s about people. In this session, we spoke with Thea Mannix, co-founder and research director at Praxis Labs, to uncover how top organizations are tackling the human element of cybersecurity. Thea shared insights on how companies are identifying and managing human risk, building lasting secure behaviors, and cultivating a cybersecurity culture that truly resonates with employees. If you’ve ever wondered how psychology shapes cybersecurity or how people influence security outcomes, this conversation offered a fresh perspective you won’t want to miss.

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