CYSTEL ACADEMY
TRAINING AND EDUCATION
COVID-19 has accelerated industry wide digital transformation
Quantum for cybersecurity
Quantum computing for business leaders
Quantum technology is a fundamental innovation that enables the development of completely new products and services. On the horizon come the first machines capable of outperforming traditional computers.
Quantum computers, networks, and sensors will soon be able to perform tasks that traditional equipment can’t, such as computing the composition of molecules and materials and location without the use of a GPS.
Quantum for cybersecurity
Components of this educational programme are:
- Vulnerabilities in Hyperconnected Digital World (Cloud, 5G, Web3.0, IoT…)
- Role and importance of Cryptography
- Quantum Security Paradigm and Basics
- Quantum Security Products and Solutions
- Access to Quantum Security Lab and experiments (Learning Platform)
Developing applications, quantum networking (Advanced concepts)
HOW MUCH CAN YOU EARN IN A CYBERSECURITY AND AI JOB?
According to IBM, the global average cost of a data breach is currently $3 million. Industry leaders and CEOs have suggested that, unless we can rectify the quality of education and training that our new cyber experts receive, we will continue to be outpaced by hackers.
Additionally, there’s currently a zero-percent unemployment rate in cybersecurity, the salaries tend to be lucrative and the opportunities in this field are endless. In the US, the median salary of an information/cybersecurity specialist in 2020 was $133,830 per year according to salary.com.
According to the World Economic Forum, AI and Machine Learning will create 58 million new jobs by 2022. Multinational Corporations (MNCs), especially in the USA and Europe, are investing heavily in AI technologies to increase efficiency, productivity and reduce operational costs. This trend is even seen in developing countries such as India, where all large IT organisations (such as Cognizant, TCS and Infosys) and consulting firms like Accenture and Capgemini have created Robotic Process Automation (RPA) Centres of Excellence.
Consequently, it’s unsurprising that the AI and the Robotic Process Automation Market will be worth $10.7 billion by 2027. Even in the current economic climate, the salary of an RPA developer in the US can range from $26,000 to $192,000, with an average salary of $93,000 per year, according to indeed.com.
TRAINING & EDUCATION
Cystel’s Academy of Cybersecurity and AI combines a wealth of research and academic experience with the ever-changing demands of the industry.
It was established to advance learning through research, teaching excellence, industry expertise and practice-led training.
Our training and education programmes do not require prior experience or any programming experience.
Insights from our focused group study with over 100 CEOs from various industries and countries indicate that:
WORK EXPERIENCE BOOTCAMP
How a Work Experience Bootcamp could fast-track you to a Better Job
68% of employers have cancelled work experience and short-term insight opportunities
What are Work Experience Bootcamps?
The essence of a bootcamp is about developing the capability to solve a practical business problem. These practical business problems are either based on anonymised client information or based on practice scenarios, which were developed by Cystel. For certain bootcamps, e.g., artificial intelligence, we will expose individuals to lab work. This will then involve working through several lab exercises or simulations or to develop an artificial intelligence solution.
Work Experience Bootcamps are designed to help you develop business experience that are in demand with employers. Cystel Ltd, headquartered in the UK, an international consulting company, are delivering consulting Bootcamps in key areas – Business Analytics, Cybersecurity, Artificial intelligence, Block chain technology and, as part of an initiative to tackle skills gaps and growing demand for consulting experience, by employers.
Why Work Experience Bootcamps?
The ISE (Institute of Student Employers) has stated that short-term student work experience like internships will be reduced by almost a third (31%) of businesses.
Created in part as a response to the pandemic, Work Experience Bootcamps are part of Cystel’s Lifetime Skills Development Strategy and Plan for Jobs. Our Bootcamp in current, in-demand subjects and consulting will give you the skills needed to start your first role, or to help you progress to the next level.
As well as essential technical skills to enter the industry, we’ll also help you to hone your soft skills, including communication, collaborative working, problem-solving and working to deadlines in an agile environment.
CYSTEL CYBER TRAINING
CYBERSECURITY IN A DAY FOR EXECUTIVES
In today’s business world in which organisations must be able to respond and recover from cybersecurity incidents, decision makers must have a clear picture of the threats awaiting their organisations in a rapidly changing digital landscape.
- Learn the operational, strategic and financial factors to take into consideration in the development of a cybersecurity posture.
- Increase your cyber-awareness to better understand threats, identify vulnerabilities and manage risk.
- Assess the trade-offs between security and enablement, determine priorities and drive change.
- Speak the language and vocabulary to maintain informed conversations with your CISO, CIO/CTO and other technology leaders.
- Update your leadership skills to meet the emerging and continuously evolving demands in security, technology, future vision and corporate culture.
CYBER SECURITY TRAINING & AWARENESS PROGRAM FOR YOUR WORKFORCE
The cybersecurity field continues to evolve and the need to train your company’s associates to shield your organisation against cyberattacks is becoming a key factor, considering that more than 70% of successful system or data breaches are attributed to human failure.
Providing information security training to your employees with a focus on password management, email use, internet use, social media use, mobile devices, device security, software patch management, web-content awareness, information handling and incident reporting will positively impact their user behaviour, practices and significantly reduce your company’s level of exposure.
Cystel will help you develop cybersecurity awareness campaigns and provide the training needed to equip your workforce with the right knowledge and skills to create a shared sense of responsibility and accountability. By engaging all people from your organisation, you communicate that everyone in your company is tresponsible for security.
Our training will enable your employees to recognise the most common cyberthreats, including:
- Phishing, Spear Phishing, Vishing, Smishing, Whaling, Mass Marketing Phishing, Web Phishing
- C-level email impersonation
- Malware
- Ransomware
- Social Engineering Attempts
- Deep Fakes
- Data Leakages
- Spam
- Business Email Compromise
CYBERSECURITY TRAINING AND CERTIFICATIONS
The gap in skills within the cybersecurity space has always existed, but it is becoming more significant as cyberattacks continue to increase in quantity and complexity.
The current cybersecurity defence approach does not meet the needs of firms that are facing hackers using artificial intelligence to power their attacks and largely operate as organised criminal organisations. Cybersecurity experts now need to think like hackers and enable their organisations to respond and recover assertively.
As organisations leverage the Internet of Things (IoT), Big Data, Business Intelligence, the Cloud and other technology drivers to develop business capabilities and networked ecosystems that will drive them closer to their customers, the technical boundaries between companies and their customers and partners become fluid.
This increases these firms’ cyber surface of exposure and creates vulnerabilities that can be exploited by malicious actors.
The local, state and federal mandates to address COVID-19 forced organisations to decentralise their working environments, extending the companies’ surface of exposure to their associates’ homes and acting as a catalyst of an already rapidly increasing trend.
This current landscape brings unique opportunities for high performers to advance their careers, differentiate themselves from others and take a leading role in their current organisations or even make themselves more attractive in the market.
THE LEARNING EXPERIENCE
The diploma is spread over 1-3 weeks depending on the programme, and consists of lectures, assignments, application projects, discussions and lab work.
Orientation
You will be introduced to the other participants in the class and you will learn how to use the learning management system and other learning tools provided.
Clarifying Doubts
In addition to the live webinars, for some courses, the Course Leaders conduct Office Hours, which are webinar sessions that are open to all learners. During Office Hours, learners ask questions and Course Leaders respond.
Goal Setting
You have learning goals set throughout the duration of the course, including watching the video lectures and completing the learning outcomes. All learning outcomes have deadlines.
Lectures/Seminars
All lectures and seminars are led by experienced practitioners and/or academics.
Live Webinars
Every week there are live webinars conducted by Course Leaders. Course Leaders are highly experienced industry practitioners who contextualise the lectures and assist with questions you may have regarding your understanding of the topic and preparation for the exam.
Follow-Up
The Course Leader will be in touch with you to check your preparation for the exam.
Continuous Course Access
You will continue to have access to the learning material for up to 6 months from the start date of the programme.
