Recruit Local Cybersecurity Talent
Our intensive and accelerated training program provides world-class training and industry-recognized GIAC certifications. Our Cyber Reskilling graduates are equipped with the latest knowledge to protect and secure critical information and technology assets, the skills to conduct incident response investigations and mount effective defence strategies, and an understanding of how attackers can exploit cloud and conventional systems.
These recently certified graduates are actively seeking cybersecurity positions. Employers should engage with the program as early as possible and discuss specific requirements with SANS to ensure the best organizational match.
Graduates of the Cyber Reskilling Program are now employed in some of the following roles:
- Cyber Security Intern at Beyon Cyber
- TechOps at Rain
- Senior Information Security Analyst at Advantari
- Junior DMARC Analyst at CTM360
- Associate Analyst - Governance and Cyber Security at Tatweer
- Information Security Manager at Khaleeji Bank
- AI Cyber Security at Nasser AI Research
Testimonial: Isa Al-Mannai
Isa Al-Mannai discovered his passion for cybersecurity which he developed further by obtaining a bachelor’s degree in computer science from Anglia Ruskin University Cambridge Campus in the United Kingdom. In 2020, Isa continued to develop his cyber skills by joining the Cyber Reskilling Program which was supported by Tamkeen through the Train Me program. After successfully completing the training program, Isa obtained a job as a cyber security specialist in BEYON Cyber company.
“With the increasing reliance on digital solutions, it has become imperative to focus on protecting data security from cyber threats that may lead to heavy losses. Therefore, I plan to increase my experience in the field of cyber security to be able to protect the Kingdom’s security from such threats.”
– Isa Almannai
Testimonial: Ahmed Albalooshi
"Our alliance with SANS and Tamkeen has been invaluable. Not only have we onboarded top-tier Bahraini cybersecurity talent, but we're thrilled to share our journey and insights, further propelling this initiative."
– Ahmed Albalooshi
Streamline your recruitment process
Employers interested in recruiting Upskill in Cyber candidates can engage with the programme in a number of ways and SANS' dedicated Industry Engagement and Recruitment Specialist will work with you on an individual basis to understand your needs. Support in identifying suitable candidates is offered at no cost to employers.
- Share active vacancies for the bespoke online jobs board
- Meet suitable candidates in dedicated virtual sessions
- Facilitate interview days and pre-screening sessions
- Request CV shortlists
Training Courses Included
SEC275: Foundations - Computers, Technology, and Security
This course provides exactly what students need to go from zero technical and security knowledge to a level of sufficient theoretical understanding and applied practical skills that enables them to speak the same language as industry professionals. Students will develop fundamental skills and knowledge in key IT subject areas, including:
- Computer Components & Concepts
- Operating Systems, Containers, & Virtualisation
- Linux
- Networking Fundamentals
- The Web: Search Engine & Servers
- Practical Programming in Python & C
- Windows Foundations
- Encryption
- Advanced Computer Hardware
- Introduction to Basic Security Concepts
- Introduction to Forensics Introduction to Reconnaissance, Exploitation, & Privilege Escalation
- Introduction to Network & Computer Infiltration
*The SEC275 course is provided as optional pre-reading for the Academy program. The Academy program does not include certification in the associated GFACT exam.
SEC401: Security Essentials: Network, Endpoint, and Cloud
Organisations are going to be targeted, so they must be prepared for eventual compromise. Today more than ever before, timely detection and response is critical. The longer an intruder is present in an environment, the more devastating and damaging the impact becomes. The most important question in information security may well be, “How quickly can we detect, respond, and remediate an attacker?”
SEC401 will provide the essential information security skills and techniques needed to protect and secure critical information and technology assets, whether on-premises or in the cloud. SEC401 also shows students how to directly apply the concepts learned into a winning defensive strategy, all in the terms of the modern cyber threat.
GIAC Security Essentials (GSEC)
Once the SEC401 course is complete, the students can then book and take the GSEC certification exam.
Full certification information can be found here: https://www.giac.org/certifications/security-essentials-gsec/
SEC504: Hacker Tools, Techniques, and Incident Handling
SEC504 helps you to develop the skills to conduct incident response investigations. You will learn how to apply a dynamic incident response process to evolving cyber threats, and how to develop threat intelligence to mount effective defence strategies for cloud and on-premises platforms. SEC504 gives you the information you need to understand how attackers scan, exploit, pivot, and establish persistence in cloud and conventional systems. During the course, you will use the tools of the attackers themselves to understand how they are applied and the artifacts that are left behind, in order to anticipate their moves and build better defences.
GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH)
Following the SEC504 course, students are able to book and take the GCIH certification exam. Full certification information can be found here: https://www.giac.org/certifications/certified-incident-handler-gcih/
GIAC certifications are regulated under the ANSI/ISO/IEC 17024 Personnel Certification program, ensuring international quality requirements.
GIAC currently has over 90,000 certified professionals globally and has issued more than 173,000 certifications since 1999. GIAC certifications provide the confidence that the candidate can apply specific, technical knowledge of a specific subject area, proving that they possess the skills and expertise needed to complete a specific job, as opposed to simply understanding information security principles.