ISC2, the world’s leading nonprofit member organization for cybersecurity professionals, has announced a partnership with IBM to introduce the IBM and ISC2 Cybersecurity Specialist Professional Certificate. This new entry-level program is available solely via the Coursera platform and is designed to prepare prospective cybersecurity professionals for a career in the field in just four months, targeting candidates with no previous experience.
The new certificate, offered as part of IBM’s collection of over 200 online technology degrees and certificates on Coursera, covers five CC domains including security principles, incident response, business continuity and disaster recovery, access controls concepts, network security, and security operations. Through completing this 12-course series, individuals will gain the in-demand skills and hands-on experience required for a cybersecurity specialist role. Upon successful completion, participants will receive an IBM Digital Badge as well as projects to use for interviews, and access to resources for launching their careers.
The demand for cybersecurity professionals has surged, with a significant global workforce gap that needs to grow 73% to effectively defend organizations’ critical assets. The program is being hailed as a groundbreaking initiative combining IBM’s technical expertise with ISC2’s cybersecurity specializations to offer the practical skills and knowledge sought after by organizations in cybersecurity specialists.
ISC2 CEO Clar Rosso, CC, expressed confidence in the partnership with IBM, affirming that this initiative will enable aspiring professionals to demonstrate technical proficiency and create a solid foundation of skills, thus enabling job seekers to enter the industry and begin their careers. She also underscored the value of the CC certification which has been recognized by IBM and Coursera.
Leon Katsnelson, IBM Skills Network Director and CTO, reiterated the significance of this partnership, noting the ever-increasing threats against critical systems and the world’s reliance on technology. Katsnelson expressed delight in the collaboration with ISC2 and Coursera to empower aspiring cybersecurity professionals with the crucial skills necessary for success in this in-demand profession.
ISC2’s offerings aim to provide cybersecurity professionals at all stages of their careers with convenient access to relevant and up-to-date course content through its global network of partners.
For those interested in learning more about ISC2 and IBM’s certificate, the link is available here. To explore further partnership opportunities with ISC2, you can contact [email protected]
ISC2 is a leading member organization for cybersecurity professionals seeking to create a safe and secure cyber world. Its more than 600,000 members, candidates, and associates globally are dedicated to safeguarding the way people live. ISC2’s certifications and qualifications enable professionals to demonstrate their knowledge, skills, and abilities at every stage of their careers, in addition to advancing the influence, diversity, and vitality of the cybersecurity profession through advocacy, expertise, and workforce empowerment.
As a leading provider of global hybrid cloud and AI, IBM helps clients across more than 175 countries capitalize on insights from their data, streamline business processes, reduce costs, and gain a competitive edge. Thousands of government and corporate entities rely on IBM’s hybrid cloud platform to drive their digital transformations quickly, efficiently, and securely. IBM’s breakthrough innovations in AI, quantum computing, and industry-specific cloud solutions are backed by their commitment to trust, transparency, responsibility, inclusivity, and service.
For more information about ISC2, please refer to their website ISC2.org, and for details about IBM, you can visit www.ibm.com.