SANS Institute and Tamkeen launch round two of Cyber Reskilling Program in Bahrain

SANS Institute and Tamkeen launch round two of Cyber Reskilling Program in Bahrain

Manama, BAHRAIN – SANS Institute, the global leader in cybersecurity training and certifications, and The Labour Fund (Tamkeen) launched this week the second phase of the Cyber Reskilling Program in Bahrain. Following the success of the first phase in 2022, this year, SANS and Tamkeen continue their strategic partnership to deliver two programs that will allow 60 students to gain GIAC Security Essentials (GSEC) and GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH) certifications within the training period. SANS will also continue to offer participants a supported pathway to enter the cybersecurity workforce. This initiative is aligned with Tamkeen’s strategic direction and is a response to Bahraini market demands in the technology sector that require high-quality and specialized tech training opportunities.

During the first round of the program with Tamkeen the latest SANS graduates showed high levels of knowledge and confidence, which contributed towards gradually bridging the cybersecurity skills gap in Bahrain, according to feedback from engaged employers and organisations.

"The success of the program speaks for itself. With 40% of students scoring over 90% in their GSEC and GCIH exams, and 82% and 86% passing their respective exams on the first attempt, it's clear that this training is providing students with the necessary tools