15 May 2025, Thu |
11:22 AM
CPX Holding, a provider of cyber and physical security solutions, has announced a strategic partnership with ISC2. ISC2 is a nonprofit member organization for cybersecurity professionals. The collaboration aims to address the cybersecurity skills gap in the MENA region.
The partnership provides access to globally recognized certifications and training programs. It is designed to support professionals, organizations, and governments in developing a skilled workforce. This is especially important as the demand for cybersecurity talent grows with digital transformation and AI adoption.
CPX Holding will leverage its expertise in cybersecurity to deliver ISC2’s trusted certification framework across the region. This effort will support both public and private sector enterprises in improving cyber resilience and workforce readiness.
ISC2 has a long-standing reputation in cybersecurity education. It works with academic institutions, governments, and global enterprises to deliver robust training and certification programs. CPX Holding will expand these offerings throughout the MENA region.
Key benefits of the partnership include:
Hadi Anwar, CEO of CPX Holding, stated that skilled talent is critical for resilience in today’s evolving threat landscape. He said, “As technologies like AI continue to transform security, access to world-class training ensures professionals are ready for tomorrow’s challenges.”
Deana Jardim, EVP of Marketing, Business Development, and Customer Experience at ISC2, said the partnership would deliver vital certification education. “As threats evolve, education helps maintain a knowledgeable workforce. ISC2 research shows over 7% growth in the cyber workforce within MENA, proving this regional need.”
The CPX Holding and ISC2 partnership represents a strategic step toward closing the skills gap. It helps ensure that cybersecurity professionals in the region are prepared to protect critical infrastructure in a rapidly advancing digital era.
