Qatar’s National Cybersecurity Agency Partners with TeKnowledge to Drive Cybersecurity Skill Development

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As part of its ongoing commitment to enhancing cybersecurity capabilities at national and societal levels, and in alignment with its mission to foster a secure operational environment for state institutions, the National Cybersecurity Agency (NCSA) partnered with TeKnowledge to deliver the Fresh Graduates Training Bootcamp. This strategic initiative equips national talent with the skills needed to address the ever-evolving challenges in cybersecurity. The training, delivered by TeKnowledge at the Digital Center of Excellence in Msheireb, combined hands-on learning with continuous assessments, ensuring a comprehensive development experience for participants.

The programme included recent graduates from local and international universities specialising in Information Technology and Cybersecurity. With TeKnowledge’s industry-leading expertise, the training followed a structured, multi-tiered approach. The foundation phase covered essential topics such as Cybersecurity Essentials and Linux Basics, establishing a strong technical base. The intermediate phase advanced participants’ knowledge through industry-recognised certifications, including Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), CompTIA Security+, and Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+). In addition to technical training, the programme also focused on professional skills development, enhancing participants’ research, writing, creative thinking, and teamwork capabilities.

Furthermore, TeKnowledge provided tailored learning paths, allowing participants to specialise in advanced career tracks such as Penetration Testing and Security Operations Center (SOC) Analysis. These career tracks were reinforced by practical, real-world cybersecurity training, including:

Cyber Range Simulations – where participants tackled simulated cyberattacks and assessed digital defences in real time.

Cyberthon Challenges – intensive exercises designed to test their ability to apply newly acquired skills in complex cybersecurity scenarios.

This partnership between NCSA and TeKnowledge underscores a shared commitment to strengthening national cybersecurity capabilities. By advancing technical education, supporting research, and fostering innovation, we remain dedicated to developing the next generation of cybersecurity professionals and contributing to a secure and digitally resilient society.