Abstract

Recent research indicates that public and private organizations worldwide face cybersecurity breaches due to a need for more cybersecurity awareness among their employees. This study assesses the cybersecurity culture in different organizations across various sectors in Leon City, Mexico. For this purpose, an evaluation process was implemented, which involved anonymous online surveys among employees from multiple sectors, including service companies, wholesale trade businesses, manufacturing industries, construction companies, and retail trade establishments. The study took place in 2022 and achieved a response rate of 73.33% from employees across the participating organizations. The findings underscore the necessity of fostering a robust cybersecurity culture within Leon City organizations, which entails implementing ongoing security awareness training programs to empower employees with the knowledge and skills to mitigate cyber risks effectively. Analyzing the results reveals valuable insights regarding the countermeasures implemented by organizations in Leon City to strengthen their cybersecurity defenses and minimize the risk surface. These insights enhance cybersecurity strategies and fortify the overall security posture of organizations operating in Leon City. © 2024, Universidade Estadual de Campinas UNICAMP. All rights reserved.