LONDON – Claranet, a leading managed service provider, has partnered with CompTIA, Inc., the world's leading provider of vendor-neutral IT training and certification products, to bolster its cybersecurity workforce across the UK. This collaboration is driven by Claranet’s commitment to building and growing a robust cybersecurity team equipped to tackle the challenges of a rapidly evolving digital landscape.
By integrating CompTIA’s industry-recognised certification programmes, Claranet aims to enhance its training and development initiatives, providing its workforce with access to certifications such as CompTIA Network+, CySA+, Security+, PenTest+, and the advanced CompTIA SecurityX (formerly known as CASP+). By aligning with CompTIA, Claranet seeks to draw in top talent who possess the critical skills and certifications needed to excel in cybersecurity positions.
Since the first cohort completed in 2019, Claranet actively hired individuals who have undertaken the Cyber Ready programme, which has been supported by the UK government's National Cyber Strategy. This initiative underscores the importance of protecting and promoting the UK online while building a wider cyber landscape in communities across the nation.
“Partnering with CompTIA is a strategic move to strengthen our cybersecurity capabilities and attract skilled professionals,” said David Schorah, head of learning, development and capability at Claranet. “The demand for skilled cybersecurity professionals is higher than ever, and by offering CompTIA’s vendor-neutral certifications, we are ensuring our team is well-prepared to protect our clients’ digital estates.”
CompTIA’s certifications are globally recognised, with more than 3.6 million certifications awarded to technology and business professionals. Employers ranging in size from Fortune 500 enterprises to small businesses view CompTIA certifications as an asset to keep skills current on IT teams. According to the DSIT Cyber Security Skills in the UK Labour Market 2024 report, CompTIA is a prevalent certification provider, with over 800,000 professionals having earned the CompTIA Security+ certification globally as of 2024. This underscores the importance and impact of CompTIA’s certifications in the cybersecurity domain.
“We are thrilled to welcome Claranet as a CompTIA Partner,” said Jason Moss, senior vice president, EMEA, CompTIA. “Together, we are committed to empowering cybersecurity professionals in the UK with the skills and credentials they need to succeed in today’s competitive job market.”
Reflecting on the impact of the Cyber Ready programme, Saf Shetwan, a Cyber Ready alum currently working at Claranet as a cyber essentials plus assessor, shared, “The Cyber Ready programme equipped me with the skills and confidence needed to excel in my role at Claranet. The partnership with CompTIA further enhances our ability to stay ahead in the cybersecurity field.”
Adding to the accolades, IGNIT, a Claranet group company in Portugal, was honoured with the Academic Partner Rising Star award at the CompTIA EMEA Conference 2024. This recognition highlights Claranet’s commitment to excellence and innovation in IT education and training.
About Claranet
Claranet is a global technology services provider with capabilities across cloud, cybersecurity, data and AI, network and connectivity, applications, and workplace productivity solutions. We enable organisations to make modern happen by being big enough to deliver and small enough to care; by offering adaptive, scalable technology solutions; and by being right where our customers need us to be, moving at their pace, in their local region.
About CompTIA
CompTIA Inc. is the leading global provider of vendor-neutral information technology (IT) training and certification products. CompTIA unlocks potential in millions of aspiring technology professionals and careers changers. Working in partnership with thousands of academic institutions and training providers, CompTIA helps students build career-ready skills through best-in-class learning solutions, industry-recognized certifications and career resources. Learn more at https://www.comptia.org/.
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