{"id":4586,"date":"2024-07-22T15:43:57","date_gmt":"2024-07-22T20:43:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.darkreading.com\/cybersecurity-operations\/ec-council-democratizes-hands-on-cybersecurity-training-with-8-cyber-courses"},"modified":"2024-07-22T15:43:57","modified_gmt":"2024-07-22T20:43:57","slug":"ec-council-democratizes-hands-on-cybersecurity-training-with-8-cyber-courses","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ddi.mohflo.net\/index.php\/2024\/07\/22\/ec-council-democratizes-hands-on-cybersecurity-training-with-8-cyber-courses\/","title":{"rendered":"EC-Council Democratizes Hands-On Cybersecurity Training With 8 Cyber Courses"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"media_block\"><a href=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/eu-images.contentstack.com\/v3\/assets\/blt6d90778a997de1cd\/blt850556f866500627\/654a5a8e05eb4d040a046894\/325351_DR23_Graphics_General_Large_Text_v1.png?ssl=1\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/ddi.mohflo.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/ec-council-democratizes-hands-on-cybersecurity-training-with-8-cyber-courses.png?w=640&#038;ssl=1\" class=\"media_thumbnail\"><\/a><\/div>\n<div><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/ddi.mohflo.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/ec-council-democratizes-hands-on-cybersecurity-training-with-8-cyber-courses.png?w=640&#038;ssl=1\" class=\"ff-og-image-inserted\"><\/div>\n<p class=\"ContentParagraph ContentParagraph_align_left\" data-testid=\"content-paragraph\"><span class=\"ContentText ContentText_variant_bodyNormal\" data-testid=\"content-text\"><span class=\"ContentText-BodyTextChunk ContentText-BodyTextChunk_bold\">PRESS RELEASE<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"ContentParagraph ContentParagraph_align_left\" data-testid=\"content-paragraph\"><span class=\"ContentText ContentText_variant_bodyNormal\" data-testid=\"content-text\"><span class=\"ContentText-BodyTextChunk ContentText-BodyTextChunk_bold\">TAMPA, FL, July 17th, 2024:&nbsp;<\/span><\/span><span class=\"ContentText ContentText_variant_bodyNormal\" data-testid=\"content-text\"><a class=\"ContentText-BodyTextChunk ContentText-BodyTextChunk_link\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.eccouncil.org\" rel=\"noopener\">EC-Council<\/a><\/span><span class=\"ContentText ContentText_variant_bodyNormal\" data-testid=\"content-text\">, a cybersecurity certification, education, training, and services company, renowned for its prestigious&nbsp;<\/span><span class=\"ContentText ContentText_variant_bodyNormal\" data-testid=\"content-text\"><a class=\"ContentText-BodyTextChunk ContentText-BodyTextChunk_link\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.eccouncil.org\/train-certify\/certified-ethical-hacker-ceh-v12\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Certified Ethical Hacker<\/a><\/span><span class=\"ContentText ContentText_variant_bodyNormal\" data-testid=\"content-text\">&nbsp;credential, unveiled&nbsp;<\/span><span class=\"ContentText ContentText_variant_bodyNormal\" data-testid=\"content-text\"><a class=\"ContentText-BodyTextChunk ContentText-BodyTextChunk_link\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.eccouncil.org\/train-certify\/essentials\/\" rel=\"noopener\">eight cybersecurity \u2018Essentials\u2019 courses<\/a><\/span><span class=\"ContentText ContentText_variant_bodyNormal\" data-testid=\"content-text\">&nbsp;on July 17, 2024, priced at $299. These courses will help democratize technical cybersecurity skill development by offering accessible and affordable training for everyone. Each program was carefully designed to create an immersive learning experience, ensuring that each trainee develops demonstrable, industry-level skills.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"ContentParagraph ContentParagraph_align_left\" data-testid=\"content-paragraph\"><span class=\"ContentText ContentText_variant_bodyNormal\" data-testid=\"content-text\">The launch of the \u2018Essentials Series\u2019 comes at a time when the global cyber skills gap continues to widen, with forecasts&nbsp;<\/span><span class=\"ContentText ContentText_variant_bodyNormal\" data-testid=\"content-text\"><a class=\"ContentText-BodyTextChunk ContentText-BodyTextChunk_link\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.techtarget.com\/searchsecurity\/tip\/Cybersecurity-skills-gap-Why-it-exists-and-how-to-address-it\" rel=\"noopener\">predicting a worldwide shortfall of 3.5 million cybersecurity workers by 2025<\/a><\/span><span class=\"ContentText ContentText_variant_bodyNormal\" data-testid=\"content-text\">. In light of this, EC-Council\u2019s new program offers participants a comprehensive educational experience, integrating rigorous learning with practical development through hands-on exercises in EC-Council\u2019s digital&nbsp;Cyber Range. Each program contains courseware, video materials, final capstone project or \u2018Capture the Flag\u2019 challenges and an exam.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"ContentParagraph ContentParagraph_align_left\" data-testid=\"content-paragraph\"><span class=\"ContentText ContentText_variant_bodyNormal\" data-testid=\"content-text\">The Cyber Essentials Series aims to cater to cybersecurity enthusiasts seeking entry-level cybersecurity training across&nbsp;<\/span><span class=\"ContentText ContentText_variant_bodyNormal\" data-testid=\"content-text\"><span class=\"ContentText-BodyTextChunk ContentText-BodyTextChunk_bold\">eight key domains&nbsp;<\/span><\/span><span class=\"ContentText ContentText_variant_bodyNormal\" data-testid=\"content-text\">such as<\/span><span class=\"ContentText ContentText_variant_bodyNormal\" data-testid=\"content-text\"><span class=\"ContentText-BodyTextChunk ContentText-BodyTextChunk_bold\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/span><span class=\"ContentText ContentText_variant_bodyNormal\" data-testid=\"content-text\"><a class=\"ContentText-BodyTextChunk ContentText-BodyTextChunk_link ContentText-BodyTextChunk_bold\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.eccouncil.org\/train-certify\/ethical-hacking-essentials-ehe\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Ethical Hacking<\/a><\/span><span class=\"ContentText ContentText_variant_bodyNormal\" data-testid=\"content-text\">&nbsp;<\/span><span class=\"ContentText ContentText_variant_bodyNormal\" data-testid=\"content-text\"><span class=\"ContentText-BodyTextChunk ContentText-BodyTextChunk_bold\">,&nbsp;<\/span><\/span><span class=\"ContentText ContentText_variant_bodyNormal\" data-testid=\"content-text\"><a class=\"ContentText-BodyTextChunk ContentText-BodyTextChunk_link ContentText-BodyTextChunk_bold\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.eccouncil.org\/train-certify\/network-defense-essentials-nde\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Network Defense<\/a><\/span><span class=\"ContentText ContentText_variant_bodyNormal\" data-testid=\"content-text\">&nbsp;<\/span><span class=\"ContentText ContentText_variant_bodyNormal\" data-testid=\"content-text\"><span class=\"ContentText-BodyTextChunk ContentText-BodyTextChunk_bold\">,&nbsp;<\/span><\/span><span class=\"ContentText ContentText_variant_bodyNormal\" data-testid=\"content-text\"><a class=\"ContentText-BodyTextChunk ContentText-BodyTextChunk_link ContentText-BodyTextChunk_bold\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.eccouncil.org\/train-certify\/cloud-security-essentials-cse\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Cloud Security<\/a><\/span><span class=\"ContentText ContentText_variant_bodyNormal\" data-testid=\"content-text\">&nbsp;<\/span><span class=\"ContentText ContentText_variant_bodyNormal\" data-testid=\"content-text\"><a class=\"ContentText-BodyTextChunk ContentText-BodyTextChunk_link ContentText-BodyTextChunk_bold\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.eccouncil.org\/train-certify\/iot-security-essentials-ise\/\" rel=\"noopener\">, IoT Security<\/a><\/span><span class=\"ContentText ContentText_variant_bodyNormal\" data-testid=\"content-text\">&nbsp;<\/span><span class=\"ContentText ContentText_variant_bodyNormal\" data-testid=\"content-text\"><span class=\"ContentText-BodyTextChunk ContentText-BodyTextChunk_bold\">,&nbsp;<\/span><\/span><span class=\"ContentText ContentText_variant_bodyNormal\" data-testid=\"content-text\"><a class=\"ContentText-BodyTextChunk ContentText-BodyTextChunk_link ContentText-BodyTextChunk_bold\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.eccouncil.org\/train-certify\/threat-intelligence-essentials-tie\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Threat Intelligence<\/a><\/span><span class=\"ContentText ContentText_variant_bodyNormal\" data-testid=\"content-text\">&nbsp;<\/span><span class=\"ContentText ContentText_variant_bodyNormal\" data-testid=\"content-text\"><span class=\"ContentText-BodyTextChunk ContentText-BodyTextChunk_bold\">,&nbsp;<\/span><\/span><span class=\"ContentText ContentText_variant_bodyNormal\" data-testid=\"content-text\"><a class=\"ContentText-BodyTextChunk ContentText-BodyTextChunk_link ContentText-BodyTextChunk_bold\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.eccouncil.org\/train-certify\/digital-forensics-essentials-dfe\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Digital Forensics<\/a><\/span><span class=\"ContentText ContentText_variant_bodyNormal\" data-testid=\"content-text\">&nbsp;<\/span><span class=\"ContentText ContentText_variant_bodyNormal\" data-testid=\"content-text\"><span class=\"ContentText-BodyTextChunk ContentText-BodyTextChunk_bold\">,&nbsp;<\/span><\/span><span class=\"ContentText ContentText_variant_bodyNormal\" data-testid=\"content-text\"><a class=\"ContentText-BodyTextChunk ContentText-BodyTextChunk_link ContentText-BodyTextChunk_bold\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.eccouncil.org\/train-certify\/devsecops-essentials-dse\/\" rel=\"noopener\">DevSecOps<\/a><\/span><span class=\"ContentText ContentText_variant_bodyNormal\" data-testid=\"content-text\">&nbsp;<\/span><span class=\"ContentText ContentText_variant_bodyNormal\" data-testid=\"content-text\"><span class=\"ContentText-BodyTextChunk ContentText-BodyTextChunk_bold\">, and&nbsp;<\/span><\/span><span class=\"ContentText ContentText_variant_bodyNormal\" data-testid=\"content-text\"><a class=\"ContentText-BodyTextChunk ContentText-BodyTextChunk_link ContentText-BodyTextChunk_bold\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.eccouncil.org\/train-certify\/soc-essentials-course-sce\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Security Operations<\/a><\/span><span class=\"ContentText ContentText_variant_bodyNormal\" data-testid=\"content-text\">&nbsp;<\/span><span class=\"ContentText ContentText_variant_bodyNormal\" data-testid=\"content-text\"><span class=\"ContentText-BodyTextChunk ContentText-BodyTextChunk_bold\">.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"ContentText ContentText_variant_bodyNormal\" data-testid=\"content-text\">&nbsp;These programs are tailored for individuals looking to establish a foundational understanding of cybersecurity and are equally beneficial for professionals in operational roles seeking to validate their basic cybersecurity expertise. This initiative also supports those exploring cybersecurity as a potential career path, including educators seeking to enhance their curriculum with cybersecurity insights.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"ContentParagraph ContentParagraph_align_left\" data-testid=\"content-paragraph\"><span class=\"ContentText ContentText_variant_bodyNormal\" data-testid=\"content-text\">Amidst projections of a global shortage of cybersecurity professionals by 2025, EC-Council\u2019s&nbsp;<\/span><span class=\"ContentText ContentText_variant_bodyNormal\" data-testid=\"content-text\"><span class=\"ContentText-BodyTextChunk ContentText-BodyTextChunk_bold\">Cyber Essentials Series stands out as the industry&#8217;s first foundational course of its kind&nbsp;<\/span><\/span><span class=\"ContentText ContentText_variant_bodyNormal\" data-testid=\"content-text\">to offer immersive essential learning experiences through labs, courseware, engaging video materials, capstone project, CTF Challenge and an exam to certify participants&#8217; knowledge.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"ContentParagraph ContentParagraph_align_left\" data-testid=\"content-paragraph\"><span class=\"ContentText ContentText_variant_bodyNormal\" data-testid=\"content-text\">The program suite will equip participants with the hands-on skills to address real-world cybersecurity challenges and help combat cyber threats. This makes the Essentials Series a critical tool for technology aspirants seeking entry-level initial cybersecurity training across any of the eight critical domains of ethical hacking, network defense, cloud security, IoT security, threat intelligence, digital forensics, DevSecOps, and security operations.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"ContentParagraph ContentParagraph_align_left\" data-testid=\"content-paragraph\"><span class=\"ContentText ContentText_variant_bodyNormal\" data-testid=\"content-text\">\u201cEC-Council is leading the charge in democratizing cybersecurity education and building hands-on skills that matter. The launch of our Essentials Series embodies our commitment to setting standards, fostering empowerment, and promoting accessibility and inclusivity within the tech community. Our goal is to increase technical cybersecurity education, particularly for students and technology enthusiasts. We also want to give educators worldwide the tools to teach cybersecurity effectively \u2013 all while ensuring affordability and helping combat cyber threats,&#8221; stated Jay Bavisi, Group President of EC-Council.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"ContentParagraph ContentParagraph_align_left\" data-testid=\"content-paragraph\"><span class=\"ContentText ContentText_variant_bodyNormal\" data-testid=\"content-text\">In today\u2019s world, cyber-attacks are becoming increasingly sophisticated and frequent. As a result, the demand for skilled cybersecurity professionals has never been more pressing. That&#8217;s where the Essentials Series comes in \u2013 to help transform cybersecurity education and contribute to the creation of a safer digital landscape for all.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"ContentParagraph ContentParagraph_align_left\" data-testid=\"content-paragraph\"><span class=\"ContentText ContentText_variant_bodyNormal\" data-testid=\"content-text\"><span class=\"ContentText-BodyTextChunk ContentText-BodyTextChunk_bold\">ABOUT EC-COUNCIL:<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"ContentParagraph ContentParagraph_align_left\" data-testid=\"content-paragraph\"><span class=\"ContentText ContentText_variant_bodyNormal\" data-testid=\"content-text\">EC-Council invented the Certified Ethical Hacker. Founded in 2001 in response to 9\/11, EC-Council&#8217;s mission is to provide the training and certifications apprentice and experienced cybersecurity professionals need to keep corporations, government agencies, and others who employ them safe from attack.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"ContentParagraph ContentParagraph_align_left\" data-testid=\"content-paragraph\"><span class=\"ContentText ContentText_variant_bodyNormal\" data-testid=\"content-text\">Best known for its Certified Ethical Hacker program, EC-Council today offers 200 different pieces of training, certificates, and degrees in everything from Computer Forensic Investigation and Security Analysis to Threat Intelligence and Information Security. An ISO\/IEC 17024 Accredited Organization recognized under the U.S. Defense Department Directive 8140\/8570 and many other authoritative cybersecurity bodies worldwide, EC-Council has certified over 350,000 professionals across the globe. EC-Council is the gold standard in cybersecurity education and certification, trusted by seven of the Fortune 10, half of the Fortune 100, and the intelligence communities of 150 nations.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"ContentParagraph ContentParagraph_align_left\" data-testid=\"content-paragraph\"><span class=\"ContentText ContentText_variant_bodyNormal\" data-testid=\"content-text\">A truly global organization with a driving belief in bringing diversity, equity, and inclusion to the modern cybersecurity workforce, EC-Council maintains 11 offices in the US, the UK, India, Malaysia, Singapore, and Indonesia.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.darkreading.com\/cybersecurity-operations\/ec-council-democratizes-hands-on-cybersecurity-training-with-8-cyber-courses\">Source<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>PRESS RELEASE TAMPA, FL, July 17th, 2024:&nbsp;EC-Council, a cybersecurity 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