Cyber Training for Municipalities
Tailored training for the unique challenges of municipalities
Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst delivers practical cyber training for municipalities designed to help local governments strengthen their cybersecurity preparedness, respond to incidents, and protect critical public services.
Protect your municipality from cyber threats
In the face of growing municipal cyberattacks, every stakeholder needs to understand their role in reducing the likelihood and impact of a successful cyber incident. No municipality is too big or small to be targeted, and the results can be devastating – compromise of sensitive citizen data, disruption of critical services, financial loss, reputational damage, and more.
The Catalyst can help — with interactive municipal cybersecurity training sessions tailored for elected officials and leaders, IT professionals, and other municipal staff responsible for protecting community infrastructure and services.
Common cyber risks facing municipalities
Municipal governments are increasingly targeted by cyber threats because they manage critical public services, sensitive citizen data, and essential infrastructure. As digital systems become more integrated into municipal operations, the potential impact of a cyber incident grows significantly.
Common cybersecurity risks facing municipalities include:
- Ransomware attacks targeting municipal systems and services
- Phishing and social engineering attacks directed at municipal employees
- Compromise of sensitive citizen or financial data
- Disruption of essential services such as utilities, transportation, or emergency response
- Cyber incidents affecting third-party vendors or municipal technology partners
Through practical municipal cyber incident response training, the Catalyst helps municipal leaders, IT teams, and staff understand these risks and improve their ability to detect, respond to, and recover from cyber incidents.
Why municipal cybersecurity training matters
Municipal governments manage essential services and sensitive public data, making them frequent targets for cyber threats. Strengthening cybersecurity awareness and response capabilities across municipal teams is critical to protecting community operations and maintaining public trust.
Through structured cybersecurity training for local government, municipalities can improve their ability to detect, respond to, and recover from cyber incidents affecting critical services.
Training designed for municipal teams
Interactive & experiential training
Delivered by cyber experts
Tailored to the unique circumstances of municipalities
Addresses leadership, technical & non-technical learners
Flexible delivery, provided virtual or in-person
Current offerings
Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst provides several forms of cyber training for municipalities designed to support leadership, operational staff, and technical teams across municipal organizations.
Municipal training partnerships
Municipal Information System Association (MISA Ontario)
The Catalyst has partnered with MISA Ontario to bring technical Cyber Range training tailored for municipal IT professionals. The MISA-Cyber Range program is open to anyone across Canada with an interest in Municipal Cybersecurity.
Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO)
The Catalyst has partnered with AMO to provide training for elected officials and municipal staff.
What our municipal clients have to say
“The MISA-Catalyst Cyber Security Essentials workshop offered a hands-on opportunity to use the same tools and techniques as threat actors. I left with valuable insights to take back to my workplace on how to better detect and defend against attacks.”
– Participant, MISA Cyber Range – Beginner Session
“The Cyber Range scenarios were well thought out and interactive. I especially enjoyed switching between the attacker and blue team perspectives and working with logs—it was a great learning experience.”
– Participant, MISA Cyber Range – Beginner Session
“Our participation in the Incident Response Planning Workshop and Tabletop Exercise was enriching and transformative. The sessions provided invaluable insights and practical skills in a supportive and engaging environment.”
– Participant, IRP Workshop & TTX
“Overall, the workshops were well received and helped us clearly distinguish roles and responsibilities. Senior Management was fully engaged, and the sessions made everyone feel part of the same team.”
– Participant, IRP Workshop & TTX
“The Tabletop Exercise was one of the best emergency training scenarios I have ever participated in. It was practical, engaging, and very impactful.”
– Participant, TTX
“The Tabletop Exercise was presented in clear, non-technical language and tailored to a business audience, which made it especially valuable and easy to apply.”
– Participant, TTX
FAQs
Why is cybersecurity training important for municipalities?
Municipalities are responsible for critical infrastructure, public safety, and sensitive citizen data. No municipality is too large or too small to be targeted by cybercrime. A successful cyberattack can disrupt essential services, compromise data privacy, and cause financial and reputational damage.
Cybersecurity training helps municipal stakeholders understand the key cybersecurity risks in their organization and take proactive steps toward cyberattack prevention, improved digital resilience, and stronger public trust.
Who should participate in this program?
This program is designed for a broad range of municipal stakeholders, including:
- Elected officials and council members
- Senior leadership and administrative staff
- IT and information security professionals
- Operational and frontline staff
By addressing leadership, technical, and non-technical learners, the training ensures that cybersecurity awareness and accountability extend across the entire municipality.
How is the training delivered?
We offer flexible delivery options to meet municipal needs. Sessions can be delivered in-person or virtually. Each session is led by experienced cybersecurity experts and incorporates interactive discussion, scenario-based exercises, and practical guidance.
What types of training are available for municipalities?
Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst offers several cybersecurity training options. Programs are available in on-demand formats and select cohort-based offerings. Current offerings include:
- Municipal Tabletop Exercises: Customized, discussion-based simulations that walk participants through how a cybersecurity incident could unfold within their municipality.
- Interactive Technical and Non-Technical Sessions: Expert-led workshops designed for a range of municipal roles. These sessions are discussion-based and focus on planning, decision-making, and action.
- Municipal Cyber Range: An immersive, interactive cybersecurity training platform that simulates an organization’s networks, systems, tools, and applications within a secure virtual environment.
Is the training tailored to our municipality?
Yes. The program is customized to reflect the unique circumstances of municipalities, including governance structures, regulatory considerations, municipal infrastructure, and public sector responsibilities.
This tailored approach ensures the training is directly relevant to your community’s digital risk environment and cyber strategy.
Do participants need prior cybersecurity experience?
No prior cybersecurity experience is required for non-technical sessions. The program is structured to support both technical and non-technical participants, ensuring accessibility while maintaining depth and rigour.
For IT professionals and technical teams, advanced discussions can be incorporated to strengthen information security practices and cyber resilience.
Start strengthening your municipality’s digital resilience today
Municipal leaders and staff can begin strengthening their cybersecurity preparedness with practical resources and expert-led training designed for local governments.
Start by downloading our free Cybersecurity Incident Response Plan (IRP) checklist to help your municipality prepare for potential cyber incidents, or connect with our team to learn more about customized cyber training options for municipal organizations.