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Fortinet and IBM Collaborate on SkillsBuild to Further Build Cybersecurity Skills

Sandra Wheatley, SVP, Customer Marketing, Threat Intelligence and Influencer Communications at FortinetTo further address the cyber skills shortage, were excited to partner with IBM to integrate Fortinets Network Security Expert training and certification curriculum with IBMs SkillsBuild digital platform.

As both a technology company and learning organization, Fortinet will work with IBM to make it easier for anyone to start a career in cybersecurity regardless of their background, previous access to education, or life experiences.

News Summary Fortinet , a global leader in broad, integrated and automated cybersecurity solutions, today announced it is integrating its Network Security Expert training and certification curriculum with IBMs SkillsBuild, a digital platform for users to develop technology and professional skills, including cybersecurity. Fortinet and IBM will focus on creating new cybersecurity career pathways by training traditionally untapped candidates and connecting learners to employers.

Growing Demand for Cybersecurity Professionals Cybersecurity is a high growth area and the global pandemic has further boosted the industrys demand. An 2 poll found that 81% of respondents view security as an essential function as employees are working remotely due to COVID-19.As the demand for cybersecurity professionals continues to rise, so does the need to attract a broader more diverse workforce into the field.

In fact, a recent Fortinet survey found that 68% of organizations struggle to recruit, hire and retain cybersecurity talent.

SkillsBuild will now include cybersecurity curriculum from Fortinets NSE Training Institute for jobseekers looking for a career in security.

Fortinet assumes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements, and expressly disclaims any obligation to update these forward-looking statements.

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