ISC2, IBM and Coursera Partner on Cybersecurity Certificate

nThe demand for cybersecurity practitioners has never been greater.nnISC2 researchnnfound that the global cybersecurity workforce needs to grow 73% toneffectively defend organizations’ critical assets. This program’snhands-on experience is designed to cover the in-demand skills thatnemployers are actively seeking in entry-level cybersecurity specialists.nBy taking advantage of this cyber training opportunity, participants cannopen the door to a career in cybersecurity equipped with the practicalnskills and knowledge needed to become job-ready.n

nIn less than four months, participants will learn the best practices fornauthentication, encryption and device security to build a solidnfoundational knowledge of data security. The certification processnincludes projects that help to develop a working knowledge of securitynthreats, breaches, malware, social engineering and other attack vectorsnusing the industry’s commonly used tools.n

nCompleting the certificate will empower new cyber talent with the skillsnneeded to safeguard an organization’s infrastructure, network,napplications and data. With a blend of theoretical knowledge andnpractical application, participants will emerge ready to face today’sncyber climate and help build a safe and secure cyber world.n

nOnce certified, participants will be ready to apply their new knowledgenand skills to implement a robust security plan to protect systems, datanand networks from malicious actors. They will take with them a portfolionof projects to share with future employees, along with access tonresources for job searches, including interview preparation.n

nWith this foundation, participants are encouraged to becomennISC2 Candidatesnnand register to sit for the CC Exam at no additional cost.n