Measures employee perceptions of phishing simulation realism, behavioral responses, confidence changes, and training preferences to help security teams optimize their awareness programs.
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Q1
Chat Message
Welcome! This brief survey (approximately 5–7 minutes) asks about your experience with recent phishing simulations at this organization.
Your responses are completely confidential and will be reported only in aggregate to improve security awareness training. Participation is voluntary, you may stop at any time, and there are no right or wrong answers—we simply want your honest opinions.
Thank you for your time.
Q2
Multiple Choice
Have you ever received a phishing simulation email from this employer?
Yes, at this employer
Yes, but only at a previous employer
No, never
Not sure
Q3
Multiple Choice
When was the most recent phishing simulation you recall receiving from this employer?
Within the last 7 days
2–4 weeks ago
1–3 months ago
More than 3 months ago
I don't recall
Not applicable—I haven't received one here
Q4
Multiple Choice
Thinking about your most recent simulation from this employer, what did you do? Select all that apply.
Reported it using the reporting tool/process
Deleted it without interacting
Clicked a link or opened an attachment
Replied to the message
Ignored it and took no action
Asked a colleague or IT for advice
Marked it as spam/junk
I don't recall
Q5
Opinion Scale
Overall, how realistic did the most recent phishing simulation feel?
Range: 1 – 7
Min: Not at all realisticMid: NeutralMax: Extremely realistic
Q6
Multiple Choice
Which aspects of the simulation felt realistic? Select all that apply.
Sender name and email address
Subject line
Email body content and tone
Visual design and branding
Call-to-action (link or attachment)
Timing of delivery
None of the above
Q7
Opinion Scale
How difficult was it to identify the most recent simulation as a phishing attempt?
Range: 1 – 7
Min: Very easy to identifyMid: NeutralMax: Very difficult to identify
Q8
Multiple Choice
Which cues, if any, did you notice in the simulation? Select all that apply.
Suspicious sender or domain
Generic greeting or unusual salutation
Spelling or grammar errors
Urgent or threatening language
Unexpected attachment
Mismatched or odd-looking URL
Unusual request for sensitive data
Off-brand visuals or layout
Timing felt unusual (e.g., outside business hours)
I did not notice any specific cues
Q9
Opinion Scale
Before your most recent simulation, how confident were you in your ability to recognize and respond to phishing emails?
Range: 1 – 7
Min: Not at all confidentMid: NeutralMax: Extremely confident
Q10
Opinion Scale
Today, how confident are you in your ability to recognize and respond to phishing emails?
Range: 1 – 7
Min: Not at all confidentMid: NeutralMax: Extremely confident
Q11
Multiple Choice
What, if anything, did you learn or reinforce from the simulation(s)? Select all that apply.
How to use the report button or process
How to inspect URLs safely
Common red flags to watch for
How to verify sender identity
To pause and validate urgent requests
Where to find internal guidance/resources
Nothing new to me
Q12
Opinion Scale
In the next 30 days, how likely are you to change any of your email habits based on these simulations (e.g., reporting suspicious messages faster, inspecting links more carefully)?
Range: 1 – 7
Min: Very unlikelyMid: NeutralMax: Very likely
Q13
Ranking
Please rank the following training formats from most helpful to least helpful.
Drag to order (top = most important)
Interactive phishing simulations
Short videos (≤3 minutes)
Live workshops or webinars
Job aid or one-page checklist
Email tips or newsletters
Microlearning modules (5–10 minutes)
Q14
Multiple Choice
How frequently would you prefer to receive phishing simulations?
Twice per month
Monthly
Every 2 months
Quarterly
Twice per year
Once per year
Q15
AI Interview
Based on your responses in this survey, what suggestions do you have for improving future phishing simulations or related security training? Please share any specifics.
AI InterviewLength: 2Personality: [Object Object]Mode: Fast
Reference questions: 5
Q16
Dropdown
On a typical workday, approximately how many emails do you handle?
0–24
25–74
75–149
150+
Prefer not to say
Q17
Dropdown
Which of the following best describes your primary job function?
Engineering/IT
Operations
Sales
Customer Support
Human Resources
Finance
Legal
Marketing/Communications
Other
Prefer not to say
Q18
Dropdown
How long have you worked at this organization?
Less than 6 months
6–12 months
1–3 years
3–5 years
More than 5 years
Prefer not to say
Q19
Dropdown
In which region are you primarily based?
Americas
EMEA
APAC
Prefer not to say
Q20
Chat Message
Thank you for participating! Your feedback will directly help us make phishing simulations and security training more relevant and effective.
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