ScamAware101, Founded by Jared Caldara
About ScamAware101 (Scam Awareness Education)
In 2024, Jared Caldara founded ScamAware101 to help make scam awareness education and resources more available to everyday people. The mission is to empower individuals with the knowledge they need to stay safe from scams.
"In nearly three decades of working in IT, I’ve witnessed firsthand how scams can devastate everyone from large companies to small businesses, and especially everyday individuals. I believe everyone should have the knowledge to defend themselves against scams." - Jared Caldara
About Jared Caldara (Founder of ScamAware101)
Cybersecurity Research and Contributions:
Jared Caldara has earned recognition for his recent work and contributions within the cybersecurity and scam awareness fields.
- In October 2025, Jared Caldara contributed to a news article titled NJ Cyber Threat Report that appeared in the Ridgewood blog. The article credits Jared for providing photos of a recent social security impersonation scam.
- In August 2025, Jared Caldara's video about Wrong Number Scams went "viral" receiving more than 100,000 views since published.
- In November 2024, Jared Caldara discovered a new phishing email scam that impersonates delivery services. He published a detailed report and a video warning, which led to the shutdown of several malicious websites.
Educator and Content Creator:
As an educator, Jared Caldara has created online courses, interactive quizzes, and educational videos that teach the public about online threats and scams. With decades of experience in IT and cybersecurity, Jared Caldara has a unique understanding of how scammers exploit people and technology. Teaching scam awareness to individuals allows Jared to share decades of real-world experience with those who need it the most.
Online Courses Created by Jared Caldara:
- Identify the Phishing Emails (Free Online Quiz, Created by Jared Caldara)
- Scam Awareness Fundamentals: How Scams Start (Online Course, Created by Jared Caldara)