NCSA academy to further bolster country’s cybersecurity

Doha, Qatar: The National Cyber Security Academy aims to enhance cybersecurity and digital safety indicators in Qatar, contribute to the development o...

Doha, Qatar: The National Cyber Security Academy aims to enhance cybersecurity and digital safety indicators in Qatar, contribute to the development of a secure cyber environment and raise awareness to the highest international standards.

Highlighting the significance of the National Cyber Security Academy which will be launched this year, Director of National Cyber Security Enablement and Excellence Affairs at National Cyber Security Agency (NCSA), Khalid Al Hashmi said the academy is one of the initiatives of the agency which supports the achievement of Qatar National Vision 2030.

Speaking to Qatar TV, Al Hashmi said, “We aim to qualify and train national cadres in the field of cybersecurity using the best international methods and standards and to raise awareness among various groups in the country about cybersecurity risks.”

With the aim of enhancing digital safety capabilities and raising the level of cyber awareness among employees of government and private entities, “we aspire to become a regional centre for research, development, innovation, and support for local institutions in Qatar.” This approach will enable trainees to gain real hands-on experience in dealing with various digital threats. The academy will offer a range of training programmes, including short-term courses and certificates of participation with the aim of developing the skills of employees in various sectors.

Underscoring the different training programmes that the academy will provide, Al Hashemi said, “We have unique programmes in collaboration with global companies because the field of technology requires continuous cooperation and development to keep up with the latest technologies in various fields.”