Majority of Cybersecurity Experts View AI Certification as Career Advancement Amidst Global Skill Deficit (Based on Saviynt Study)

India-based Saviynt unveils findings from Identity Security for the AI Age survey

Bangalore - Leading provider of cloud-native identity and governance platform solutions, Saviynt, has published results from its Identity Security for the AI Age (ISAA) program survey. The survey sheds light on career development trends and the value of certifications within the cybersecurity industry.

In a noteworthy revelation, 94% of respondents indicated that employers prioritize hiring professionals with certifications, highlighting the growing importance of credentials in today's identity security landscape.

Addressing this demand for skilled professionals, Saviynt introduced its ISAA certification program at no cost, designed to deliver foundational identity security knowledge and insights into AI and machine learning for practical application. By offering this additional training, Saviynt aims to equip professionals with the expertise needed to navigate evolving security threats and contribute to addressing the global cybersecurity workforce shortage.

Targeting early-career professionals and university students, the ISAA certification is helping to fill the demand for in-demand skills and accelerate growth within identity-aware cybersecurity teams. Saviynt has formed partnerships with Indian and American universities to integrate ISAA training into academic programs as a grassroots effort to nurture future cybersecurity talent.

The ISAA program survey, based on input from over 500 recent graduates and early professionals, uncovered additional insights into career development trends and pressing skills gaps in the rapidly evolving cybersecurity industry:

69% of survey respondents already hold cybersecurity certifications, showing that even experienced professionals place importance on continuous education.
94% of respondents intend to pursue further certifications, underscoring the significance of ongoing credentialing within the field.
33% of survey participants identified as Solutions Specialists, reflecting a demand for hands-on, real-world skills.
Over half (52%) rated the AI/ML curriculum as "extremely relevant" to their career goals, emphasizing the importance of advanced technologies in the development of cybersecurity careers.

According to Shankar Ganapathy, Chief Operating Officer at Saviynt, "Certifications today extend beyond just proof of knowledge. They empower professionals to lead in a world where identity is the first line of defense. By providing free, AI-ready education, we aim to bridge the talent gap by helping employers verify the skills they need and equipping individuals with the knowledge to succeed in a challenging landscape."

Suraj Krishnaiah, Vice President of Saviynt University, reiterates, "The ISAA certification addresses the growing skills gap and its impact on organizations' security by enabling individuals to learn the essentials of identity security and AI/ML practices. By partnering with universities, Saviynt is striving to instill these skills at the foundation of the learning journey to ensure students are industry-ready from the beginning."

The self-paced ISAA certification is available globally to both aspiring professionals and industry veterans seeking to future-proof their careers. For more information and to enroll, please visit Saviynt University's website.

Founded with a mission to secure digital transformations, safeguard essential assets, and promote regulatory compliance, Saviynt is recognized as a leading innovator in identity security. The company's cloud-native solutions protect some of the world's leading brands, Fortune 500 companies, and government organizations. In an effort to bridge the knowledge gap in cybersecurity and identity management, Saviynt University has been established to provide free training and certification programs, with a focus on practitioners in India.

For more information, please visit www.saviynt.com.

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Saviynt, a leading provider of cloud-native identity and governance platform solutions, has unveiled the findings from its Identity Security for the AI Age (ISAA) survey, which emphasizes the growing importance of certifications in the cybersecurity industry.
In response to the demand for skilled professionals in cybersecurity, Saviynt introduced the ISAA certification program at no cost, aimed at delivering foundational identity security knowledge and insights into AI and machine learning for practical application.
The ISAA certification program focuses on early-career professionals and university students, aiming to fill the demand for in-demand skills and accelerate growth within identity-aware cybersecurity teams.
In an attempt to nurture future cybersecurity talent, Saviynt has formed partnerships with Indian and American universities to integrate ISAA training into academic programs. The self-paced ISAA certification is available globally to both aspiring professionals and industry veterans seeking to future-proof their careers.