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Fortinet expands Network Security Expert Training Institute offerings
This credit furthers the value NSE certifications provide current and future security professionals .
Rob Rashotte , Vice President , Global Training and Technical Field Enablement , Fortinet , said : “ Organisations need to ensure their employees know how to identify and protect against all types of cybersecurity threats .
Fortinet , a global provider of integrated and automated cybersecurity solutions , has introduced its new free Information Security Awareness and Training service for organisations looking to educate employees about the increasing risks of cyber attacks .
According to the vendor , the Information Security Awareness and Training service – the latest initiative which is part of the
Network Security Expert ( NSE ) Training Institute – is targeted at any organisation looking to implement or replace their information security awareness programme and was designed to align to NIST guidelines for NIST 800-50 and NIST 800- 16 . In addition , NSE certifications – which are comprised of eight levels – have qualified for ( ISC ) credit for individuals looking to maintain their CISSP credentials .
“ From 2018 to 2020 the number of insider threats increased 47 % according to a Ponemon Institute Report , making these threats a top concern . At the same time , IT professionals are constantly on the quest for continued learning opportunities to refresh their security skillsets . To address both these needs , Fortinet is rolling out a free Information Security Awareness and Training service for organisations , as well as additional continued learning incentives for IT and security professionals .”
MiLTEC named Veeam Accredited Service Partner for Middle East
MiLTEC , a professional services and man-power provider in a variety of IT solutions , has announced it has joined the ProPartner Network of Veeam Software , a provider of backup solutions vendor , attaining the Veeam Accredited Service Partner ( VASP ) status for the Middle East . As a VASP partner , MiLTEC will offer its customers Veeam-powered solutions and services to deliver cloud data management .
In addition , the IT solutions provider said becoming a member of the ProPartner Network is also a recognition of MiLTEC ’ s capabilities to support service-related business that base on Veeam software solutions and ensure customer success and satisfaction .
Mohammad Yaghmour , Managing Director , MiLTEC said : “ The Middle East is witnessing a push towards Digital Transformation over the past few years .
“ The current pandemic has further accelerated this trend as companies grapple to find the right technologies to enable remote working . In this scenario , having a cohesive data management , protection strategy and solutions is one of the first steps on the journey to digitisation as it ensures Business Continuity .
“ Veeam ’ s solutions enable customers to achieve unparalleled data availability , cloud mobility , monitoring , automation , governance and compliance for all data .
“ We see tremendous value in being part of the world-class Veeam ProPartner Network as it gives us a platform to use our specialist skills in order to help regional organisations with their Digital Transformation initiatives .” www . intelligentcio . com INTELLIGENTCIO 17