Workplace communication tools like Slack have revolutionized the way teams collaborate, becoming the backbone of many remote and hybrid workflows. But as organizations grow more reliant on digital platforms, they face increasing cybersecurity risks. To meet this challenge, Hook Security has partnered with Haekka to bring effective cybersecurity training directly into Slack, making it easier than ever to protect employees and businesses without disrupting productivity.
This partnership combines Hook Security’s expertise in security awareness training with Haekka’s innovative Slack-based delivery platform. The result? A seamless solution where employees can learn to identify cyber threats without leaving the tool they already use daily.
At the heart of this collaboration is a simple idea: meet employees where they are. Slack is already where work happens, so why not make it the place where learning happens too? This integration enables employees to do just that, to complete lessons on critical security topics like HIPAA compliance or email safety directly within Slack. So, instead of sending employees to external platforms or scheduling disruptive training sessions, companies can deliver short, focused lessons at a pace that fits naturally into their routines.
For industries like healthcare and finance, the timing couldn’t be better. These sectors often juggle strict compliance requirements alongside mounting cybersecurity threats. Embedding Hook Security’s training into Slack offers a straightforward way to address both needs simultaneously. Employees can fulfill compliance obligations like HIPAA training while gaining practical skills to identify and respond to potential threats.
“Partnering with Haekka means we can bring security training into people’s daily routines in a way that doesn’t feel disruptive,” said Zachary Eikenberry, CEO of Hook Security. “With this integration, users can complete training within Slack, allowing companies and MSPs to prioritize security without losing focus on their work. Our goal is to help people respond better to security threats, and this partnership lets us reach more people than ever before.”
The value of this integration isn’t limited to individual employees. For managed service providers (MSPs), it simplifies the process of delivering cybersecurity training to multiple clients. With a centralized, Slack-based solution, MSPs can ensure that training is both effective and scalable, improving security across their client base.
Ryan Rich, CTO of Haekka, echoed the importance of leveraging Slack for training. “Slack is where so many teams communicate every day, so it only makes sense to deliver training right there,” he said. “With Hook Security’s approach, we’re helping companies engage employees on security in a way that feels natural and sustainable. Now, more than ever, it’s essential for organizations to meet employees where they already are and build a security-first mindset.”
This partnership also reflects a growing trend in how organizations approach training. Rather than treating security awareness as an isolated initiative, forward-thinking companies are embedding it into their culture. Making training accessible and easy encourages higher participation rates and improves retention, ensuring employees are better prepared to handle real-world threats.
The move to integrate training into Slack is also a recognition of how work has evolved. With remote and hybrid setups now the norm, companies are increasingly relying on cloud-based tools for collaboration. This shift has opened the door for new risks, such as phishing attempts targeting Slack users or employees sharing sensitive information in unsecured channels. By embedding training directly, organizations can address these vulnerabilities at their source.
Early feedback from companies using the integration has been positive. Employees report feeling more confident in their ability to recognize and respond to potential threats, while managers appreciate the ease of rolling out training across teams. For MSPs, the streamlined delivery process reduces administrative overhead, allowing them to focus on delivering value to their clients.
For Hook Security and Haekka, this partnership is just the beginning. As cybersecurity threats continue to evolve, so too will the tools and strategies designed to combat them. This collaboration offers a glimpse into the future of workplace security, one where awareness and action are seamlessly woven into the fabric of daily work.
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