Industry-Academia Network: Partnership highlight between ISC2 and Compendium Centrum Edukacyjne
Sealing a partnership under the Industry-Academia Network of the Cybersecurity Skills Academy, ISC2 and Compendium Centrum Edukacyjne will enable ISC2 to provide free access to its self-paced course and ISC2 Certified in Cybersecurity certification exam for 2,000 learners from the Vocational Education and Training (VET) provider Compendium Centrum Edukacyjne. This is also part of ISC2’s One Million Certified in Cybersecurity programme.
This partnership will further support the implementation of the pledge made by ISC2 to boost Europe’s cybersecurity workforce by offering free training, certification exams, and scholarships—especially for women—to expand access to cybersecurity education and support career growth in the field.
On 18 June 2025, ISC2 and Compendium Centrum Edukacyjne have signed a partnership under the Industry-Academia Network of the Cybersecurity Skills Academy, joining efforts to narrow the cybersecurity skills and talent gap in Europe.
Cybersecurity skills are the backbone of Europe’s digital economy. By building our connections with academic partners, we’re committed to strengthening the region’s cyber resilience by growing the pool of certified talent. Recent ISC2 research shows that 89% of cybersecurity hiring managers value entry-level cybersecurity certifications when recruiting for entry-level roles. By expanding access to cybersecurity education, we’re removing barriers for individuals from all backgrounds to showcase their skills and contribute to a safer digital future for Europe.
ISC2 Acting CEO and CFO Debra Taylor
On behalf of Compendium Centrum Edukacyjne, I would like to emphasize that knowledge and skills in the field of cybersecurity have become an indispensable element of education in today’s society. This expertise is essential not only from the perspective of professional duties, but also in the private lives of all EU citizens. Only by continuously improving our knowledge can we effectively counteract the threats and risks we face every day while being online. We are very pleased that our partnership with ISC2 provides even greater opportunities for our students to access high-quality learning resources and validate their knowledge through examinations. The CC (Certified in Cybersecurity) is undoubtedly an excellent entry point for anyone wishing to begin their education in cybersecurity and a remarkable first step towards building a secure digital future for the European community together.
Bartosz Niepsuj, CEO, Compendium Centrum Edukacyjne
The partnership
ISC2 and Compendium Centrum Edukacyjne are joining efforts to narrow the cybersecurity skills and talent gap in Europe.
Partners:
Academia: Compendium Centrum Edukacyjne
Industry: ISC2
Description:
With this partnership, ISC2 will be providing free access to self-paced course and ISC2 Certified in Cybersecurity certification exams to 2,000 learners of the vocational education and training provider Compendium Centrum Edukacyjne, as part of ISC2’s One Million Certified in Cybersecurity programme. Additionally, the partnership supports the implementation of key EU cybersecurity policies and legislation, such as the NIS2 Directive, Cyber Resilience Act, Cyber Solidarity Act, and Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA), as well as cybersecurity requirements for hospitals and healthcare providers, among others. This policy and regulatory framework requires organisations to provide regular cybersecurity training and awareness programs for all employees, regardless of their role, thereby strengthening overall organisational cybersecurity awareness and resilience to threats.
Target audience: 2,000 university students and recent graduates, professionals seeking employment or career changers, anyone looking to expand their digital skills and cybersecurity knowledge.
European Cybersecurity Skills Framework role profiles: The CC certification aligns with all entry-level professional roles defined in the ECSF, as it is broadly recognized as foundational cybersecurity training and certification. It equips candidates with the essential skills and competencies required for the beginning stages of a cybersecurity career, fully supporting the initial professional profiles outlined in the ECSF framework. (Cyber Incident Responder, Cybersecurity Architect, Cybersecurity Auditor, Cybersecurity Implementer, Digital Forensics Investigator, Penetration Tester).
Sector: No specific sector targeted
Location: Online, Self-paced.
Languages: English, German, Spanish, Japanese, Chinese
Cost: Free
Link to the initiative: https://my.isc2.org/s/Candidate-Application-Form?utm_id=PRTkzVnjFiWlyVu
Contact person: EUpartnerships@isc2.org
