Adrian Johnson
TLDR:
- BlackBerry and SANS Institute partner to offer cybersecurity training in Malaysia.
- The partnership aims to upskill cyber workforces and enhance technical capabilities.
In a recent development, BlackBerry Limited and the SANS Institute have joined forces to provide cybersecurity training in Malaysia. The collaboration will see the launch of the BlackBerry Cybersecurity Center of Excellence (CCoE) in Kuala Lumpur, offering SANS training courses to help advance cybersecurity skills in the region.
The new partnership is part of BlackBerry’s larger cybersecurity deal with the Government of Malaysia, with a focus on areas like forensics and incident response. Courses like “SEC504: Hacker Tools, Techniques, and Incident Handling” will be offered to upskill cyber-defenders and professionals in the country.
With the increasing demand for cyber skills globally, the partnership aims to establish a competitive skills and learning ecosystem in Malaysia and the Indo-Pacific region. Through the CCoE, BlackBerry and SANS will provide a wide range of courses, certifications, and programs to build a skilled cybersecurity workforce.
Overall, this collaboration between BlackBerry and the SANS Institute is a significant step towards enhancing cybersecurity capabilities and bolstering technical expertise in Malaysia and beyond. It reflects a shared commitment to building a strong cybersecurity workforce to combat emerging threats in the digital age.
