Social Engineering Defense Mastery | Cyber Smart Resource
Soft Release · Limited to 10 Seats

Social Engineering Defense Mastery

Learn how to recognize, resist, and shut down phishing, social engineering, and AI-driven scams with a practical, real-world training program.

Introductory Price: $197
Official Launch: $397
Self-Paced · 100% Online
Direct Access to Instructor

Only 10 learners are accepted into this soft release. Feedback and a brief testimonial are required upon completion.

$197 today · Full launch price: $397

Why Social Engineering Defense Matters

Firewalls and anti-virus software can’t stop a convincing email, text message, or phone call that tricks a real person into clicking “yes.” This course focuses on the human side of cybersecurity—the layer attackers target first.

  • Understand how attackers use fear, urgency, curiosity, and authority to manipulate people.
  • Recognize red flags in phishing emails, texts, calls, and in-person interactions.
  • Learn modern tactics including AI-generated messages and deepfake-enabled scams.
  • Gain practical response strategies you can apply at home, at work, or with your team.
This course is built for everyday people and real workplaces.

Social Engineering Defense Mastery breaks down complex security concepts into clear, relatable lessons with examples, scenarios, and actions you can take immediately—without needing a technical background.

What You’ll Learn

You’ll start with two fully built modules and receive new content throughout December 2025 as the course expands.

Available Now

  • Module 1 – Psychology of Social Engineering
    How attackers think, why humans are targeted, emotional triggers, and real-world case studies.
  • Module 2 – Social Engineering Attack Types
    Phishing, vishing, smishing, impersonation, and other common tactics—with real examples and defense strategies.

Releasing Through December 2025

  • AI-driven attacks, deepfakes, and synthetic identity scams
  • How to properly handle and navigate Social Engineering attempts
  • Post attack steps and actions
  • Scenario-based labs and quizzes to test your response
  • ...And much more

Who Is This Course For?

Social Engineering Defense Mastery is designed for anyone who uses technology and wants to stay safer—from individual users to business teams.

  • Employees who receive email, text, or phone communications regularly
  • Owners and staff at small-to-medium-sized businesses (SMBs)
  • Leaders, managers, and executives who are prime targets for attackers
  • Families who want to protect themselves from scams and fraud online
  • Anyone communicating online and using technology as part of their day to day

No technical background is required. Each lesson is presented in clear language with real examples, practical tips, and actions you can take right away.

Beginner-friendly
Business Owners
Non-technical staff
Leaders & managers
Remote & hybrid workers

Soft Release Details

This soft release is a special early-access opportunity with a reduced price and direct interaction with the course creator.

What’s Included

  • Access to all course content as it’s released
  • Self-paced lessons you can take on your schedule
  • Direct channel to ask questions and request clarifications
  • Access to the course content updates and add-ons

Your Role as a Soft Release Participant

To keep the course high-quality and impactful, soft release participants agree to:

  • Share brief feedback after working through modules
  • Provide a short testimonial upon course completion

Your insights directly shape the final version before the official public launch.

Meet Your Instructor - Joe Hill


Social Engineering Defense Mastery is created and led by Joe Hill, founder of Cyber Smart Resource.

Joe specializes in cybersecurity awareness for everyday users and small-to-medium-sized
businesses. Through Cyber Smart Resource, he focuses on practical, real-world education that
helps people recognize scams, protect sensitive information, and build safer digital habits.


As a soft release participant, you’ll have direct access to Joe to ask questions, share
feedback, and get additional guidance as you move through the course.

Unlike many online courses, this early cohort comes with direct communication with the creator.
Ask questions, share what’s working, and get clarity where you need it—the goal is to make this
course as effective and actionable as possible.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long do I have access to the course?
You’ll have ongoing access to the soft release version of the course and all modules released throughout December 2025. You can revisit the material anytime. You will also retain access to new and updated content related to this course.
Is this course live or pre-recorded?
The course is 100% online and self-paced, built around pre-recorded lessons and resources you can access on your schedule. During the soft release, you’ll also have a direct way to reach out with questions.
Do I need a technical background?
No. The course is designed for non-technical users and teams. Everything is explained in plain language with clear examples and step-by-step guidance.
Why is feedback and a testimonial required?
This is a soft release, which means your experience helps finalize the course before the full public launch. Your feedback and testimonial ensure the content is clear, practical, and impactful.

Join the Soft Release Cohort

Become one of only ten participants to get early access to Social Engineering Defense Mastery, help shape the course with your feedback, and lock in the introductory price of $197 before the official launch at $397.

Email to Claim Your Spot

Spaces are limited to 10. Once full, enrollment will close until the official launch.