OPSWAT acquires CIP Cyber to revolutionize cybersecurity training, reduce skills gap

Critical infrastructure protection (CIP) firm OPSWAT announced this week that it has acquired CIP Cyber, an online learning community with a mission of connecting, training, and certifying cybersecurity professionals to protect critical infrastructure. Its integration with OPSWAT Academy, a comprehensive training platform that educates and certifies cybersecurity professionals to safeguard critical environments, marks a significant milestone in cybersecurity education. 

By combining the expertise of both entities, the collaboration will deliver top-tier training to cybersecurity professionals worldwide with a total of 31 certification courses covering IT and OT/ICS (operational technology/industrial control system).

With a shared vision and synergy, OPSWAT Academy and CIP Cyber are furthering their commitment to elevating cybersecurity education’s current standards and offerings.​​ Building upon OPSWAT’s founding sponsorship, completing the CIP Cyber acquisition brings OPSWAT Academy and CIP Cyber resources into one fully integrated platform, enabling a more comprehensive training community. With 198,000 from CIP Cyber and 52,000 users from OPSWAT Academy, the joint community creates an expansive global network of certified professionals.

“The alliance between OPSWAT Academy and CIP Cyber represents a natural progression of our shared commitment to empower cybersecurity professionals with the knowledge and skills needed to navigate today’s ever-evolving cyber threats,” Benny Czarny, founder and CEO at OPSWAT, wrote in a Wednesday blog post. “By combining our strengths and resources, we are positioned to deliver unparalleled educational resources to individuals and organizations on a global scale.”

“Our partnership with OPSWAT amplifies our mutual dedication to advancing cybersecurity education,” Irfan Shakeel, director at CIP Cyber, detailed. “Together, we are better equipped to address the cybersecurity skills gap within critical infrastructure sectors, ensuring professionals have the expertise required to safeguard critical environments and digital assets.”

Looking ahead, OPSWAT Academy is committed to expanding its offerings, forging new partnerships, and launching initiatives aimed at nurturing a skilled cybersecurity workforce globally. This commitment is also evidenced by its $10 million scholarship learning program that launched last month. Through continued innovation and collaboration, OPSWAT remains dedicated to empowering individuals and organizations to stay ahead of emerging cyber threats.

Industrial Cyber News Desk

Industrial Cyber News Desk