As an experienced security professional, you know that skilled people are the key to effective cybersecurity. We’re not only talking about IT teams. Every single team member in your or your clients’ organizations can become a front-line cybersecurity defender. And Fortinet is here to help.
October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month—and the perfect time to enroll your or your client’s team in the Fortinet Network Security Expert (NSE) Certification Program. Fortinet is committed to training 1 million cybersecurity professionals by 2026 and has already issued more than 1 million NSE certifications globally since October 2022.
Certifications To Prepare A Future-Ready Workforce
Fortinet’s NSE certification program offers training and certifications across eight levels covering everything from cybersecurity foundations to advanced architect expertise. For those team members new to cybersecurity, NSE certifications for Levels 1-3 are completely free, self-paced courses designed to build awareness of the threat landscape and evolution of cybersecurity. Here’s a quick overview of what’s included:
NSE 1: The Threat Landscape
The Threat Landscape course is the entry level of the Fortinet Network Security Expert (NSE) Certification program. NSE 1 provides candidates with a basic understanding of the ever-increasing threat landscape that impacts networks today.
NSE 2: The Evolution of Cybersecurity
After candidates develop a solid understanding of the threat landscape and the problems facing organizations and individuals, they will learn about the evolution of cybersecurity and the types of security products that have been created by vendors to address security problems faced by networks and organizations.
NSE 3: Fortinet Product Awareness
The NSE 3 level introduces candidates to the key Fortinet products and describes the cybersecurity problems that they solve. Candidates must complete the Security Fabric overview lesson and all lessons in the Security-Driven Networking module, plus at least one additional module of their choice.
Beyond the introductory certifications, the NSE program offers both self-paced and instructor-led training covering the full range of Fortinet products and solutions. Hands-on labs and exams validate learners’ skills at each level—from analyst and specialist to architect.
According to Fortinet’s 2023 Cybersecurity Skills Gap Global Research Report, 68 percent of organizations indicated that they face additional risks due to cybersecurity skills shortages. Now is the time to close the cybersecurity skills gap within your team. Whether you want to provide cybersecurity fundamentals or develop advanced experts, the Fortinet NSE Certification Program offers flexible, affordable training options with globally recognized certifications. Learn more about Fortinet’s Cybersecurity Certification Program and sign up today!