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SANS Institute and Tamkeen Launch Round Two of Cyber Reskilling Program in Bahrain
January 2023 by Marc Jacob
SANS Institute and The Labour Fund (Tamkeen) launched this week the second phase of the Cyber Reskilling Program in Bahrain. Following the success of the first phase in 2022, this year, SANS and Tamkeen continue their strategic partnership to deliver two programs that will allow 60 students to gain GIAC Security Essentials (GSEC) and GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH) certifications within the training period. SANS will also continue to offer participants a supported pathway to enter the cybersecurity workforce. This initiative is aligned with Tamkeen’s strategic direction and is a response to Bahraini market demands in the technology sector that require high-quality and specialized tech training opportunities.
During the first round of the program with Tamkeen the latest SANS graduates showed high levels of knowledge and confidence, which contributed towards gradually bridging the cybersecurity skills gap in Bahrain, according to feedback from engaged employers and organisations.
With 3.5 million unfilled positions worldwide, there is a critical shortage of qualified cybersecurity workers right now. In Bahrain, cybersecurity is a high-demand employment option in financial services, information technology, and manufacturing. With cyberattacks increasing in volume after the mass transition to remote work due to COVID-19, there is an increased demand for qualified cybersecurity specialists and experts in the country, from both enterprises and the government.
Khalifa Yaseen, a student who successfully graduated from the first Cyber Reskilling Program designed to prepare successful applicants for security roles by introducing them to key cybersecurity principles and techniques across three SANS courses, earned an invitation to the GIAC Advisory Board with his scores – a forum of GIAC certified professionals to exchange ideas and advice, as well as opportunities to provide input to courseware and exam development.
In just eight weeks, the Cyber Reskilling Program identifies and re-skills individuals, opening several prospects for professional growth and development in all sorts of junior cybersecurity roles. There is immense untapped potential in Bahrain, and together with Tamkeen, SANS aims to continue to generate opportunities that will upskill Bahrainis, bridge the gap, and support enterprises in the Kingdom, consequently elevating Bahraini talent within the region and globally.
Bahraini individuals and enterprises interested in participating in the second round of the programs will be able to apply directly via the SANS website. The training programs are supported by Tamkeen.
