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Fortinet Expands its NSE Certification Program to Address Evolving Cybersecurity Skillset Needs
Updates to the Fortinet Network Security Expert (NSE) Certification program and other Training Institute initiatives are helping address the cybersecurity
About this update from Fortinet, Inc.
[{"type":"text","content":"Updates to the Fortinet Network Security Expert (NSE) Certification program and other Training Institute initiatives are helping address the cybersecurity skills gap and the expanding needs of customers and partners\nSUNNYVALE, Calif., April 04, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- John Maddison, EVP of Products and CMO at Fortinet “Just as the threat landscape is constantly evolving, the same must happen with security teams’ skillsets to stay ahead and eliminate cyber risks. The significant updates we’re making to our flagship NSE Certification program will provide security professionals, including customers and partners, with more flexibility to acquire the skills needed for growth in their ever-evolving job roles. Fortinet is helping close the skills gap by enhancing our award-winning training curriculum that benefits both individuals and the organizations that need skilled talent.” News Summary Fortinet® (NASDAQ: FTNT), the global cybersecurity leader driving the convergence of networking and security, today announced upcoming updates to its flagship Network Security Expert (NSE) Certification program to further help advance cybersecurity skill sets and address the talent shortage. These updates, going into effect later this year, will help upskill security professionals – including customers, partners and employees – and reskill anyone interested in entering the field by more closely aligning the training curriculum to various cyber career pathways. Other Fortinet certification updates include new naming designations based on proficiency progression and more flexibility for individuals to craft their NSE training journey. Mitigating Cyber Risks by Addressing the Talent Shortage through TrainingOne of the top challenges CISOs are facing is the lack of cybersecurity talent to fill the critical roles needed to effectively protect their organizations. Fortinet’s 2023 Global Cybersecurity Skills Gap Report found that as a result of unfilled IT positions due to the cyber skills shortage, 68% of organizations indicate they face additional cyber risks. To help tackle this challenge, Fortinet established the NSE Certification program in 2015 as part of its longstanding dedication to address the cybersecurity skills gap. In addition to the company’s commitment to technology innovation, this focus transpires into continuously innovating Fortinet’...