Tamkeen, Beyon Cyber in deal to train and hire cybersecurity specialists

TDT | Manama

The Daily Tribune – www.newsofbahrain.com

Following the strategic agreement with the world-renowned provider of cybersecurity training, SANS Institute, Tamkeen signed a strategic cooperation with Beyon Cyber to provide quality job and training opportunities for 20 Bahraini cybersecurity professionals.

The signing took place during ELEVATE, a major technology forum hosted by the Beyon Cyber entities at the Ritz Carlton. This announcement is the first of more planned partnerships with key leaders in Bahrain’s private sector, designed with the purpose of providing the SANS cybersecurity graduates with quality training opportunities that can support their growth and development and enable them to build sustainable careers in a high-demand field.

Husain Mohamed Rajab, Chief Executive of the Labour Fund (Tamkeen), emphasized Tamkeen’s commitment to empowering the national workforce to become competitive both locally and internationally in alignment with the leadership vision and the national economic recovery plan.

He stated: “We are pleased to partner with Beyon Cyber to foster quality opportunities for Bahrainis and we will continue to develop active partnerships within the Kingdom’s ecosystem to cater to the growth requirements of both enterprises and individuals.” Beyon Cyber CEO Dr Shaikh Khalid bin Duaij Al Khalifa, said: “We strongly believe in the abilities of Bahraini talent and look forward to seeing them realize their full potential within our ranks.” This agreement is aligned with Tamkeen’s recent strategic transformation that aims to drive greater economic impact.