This initiative, under the EC Cooperation partnerships in vocational education and training, is a concerted effort to address the cybersecurity skills gap in Europe, with a particular focus on empowering women and underrepresented groups in the field.
The project's objectives include developing a roadmap for vocational education and training in cybersecurity, creating open-access professional training programs, and promoting a cybersecurity mindset across Europe.
The project is set to deliver sustainable VET training programs in five European countries, utilising innovative online curriculum and industry-oriented training approaches.
It will also address the specific need to attract female trainees and support their understanding of the professional opportunities within the digital landscape.
ISACA's unique position as the only organisation of its type involved with the European Union on such initiatives underscores the importance of this partnership.
This announcement is the latest made by ISACA in its continued efforts to reduce the cybersecurity skills gap.
Last year, the association offered 20,000 free memberships for European students to access ISACA's network and thus its resources, credentials, training materials and events.
This includes connecting organisations with potential candidates to complete their workforce.
ISACA pledged to increase the reach of its training and credentials in Europe and to surpass 46,000 individuals certified under the European Cybersecurity Competency Framework mapping.
This Cyber News was published on www.itsecurityguru.org. Publication date: Tue, 12 Mar 2024 15:28:06 +0000