RGU in new cyber security academic partnership

This allows RGU to offer training and courseware in support of cyber security professional certifications such as Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) on all its cyber security courses as well as in the form of short courses to the wider community of professionals.

ISC2 is the world’s leading member organisation for cyber security professionals, driven by a vision of a safe and secure cyber world. The group have nearly 675,000 members, candidates and associates around the globe.

Hatem Ahriz, Principal Lecturer at RGU’s School of Computing, Engineering and Technology, said: “This academic partnership is very important as we help educate the next generation of cyber security professionals.  Furthermore, it will provide industry standard materials required so that students are ready to make a positive difference and enhance cyber security practices from the early stages of their careers.”

Alex Mortimer, ISC2 Global Academic Partnerships Lead, said: “This collaboration with RGU is fantastic for students as they will have access to our resources and be able to improve their cyber security skills.  Furthermore, securing these certifications helps these aspiring cyber security professionals by making it easier for them to secure jobs in this exciting industry.”

ISC2’s CISSP certification is among the gold standards for IT and cybersecurity professionals and holding this credential can lead to higher salaries, a competitive advantage in the job market and knowledge of the latest industry advancements.

The academic partnership is a further boost for The School of Computing, Engineering and Technology after the GA MSc Cyber Security course which was recently certified by the UK Government’s National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC).