Global Knowledge Broadens Security Curriculum with Addition of Ethical Computer Hacking and Forensic Investigator Courses and Certifications
Partners with International Council of E-Commerce Consultants
Cary, N.C. – June 6, 2006 - Global Knowledge, the largest privately held provider of training and enterprise learning services for information technology (IT) and management professionals, announced today that it is expanding its award-winning security curriculum with two courses that map to the Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) and Certified Hacking Forensic Investigator (CHFI) program sponsored by the International Council of E-Commerce Consultants.
“Our customers have frequently requested CEH and CHFI courses to help prepare them for certification and to acquire the skills necessary to round out their security training and expertise,” said Mike Walsh, Product Director, Networking and Advanced Networking at Global Knowledge.
Global Knowledge will begin offering the new vendor-neutral courses as instructor-led instruction in its various training centers as well as in private, on-site locations. Students will learn strong security system techniques, including how to create countermeasures that will prevent or contain hacker attacks. Certification exams can be taken at either Prometric or VUE testing centers.
“With a network of training centers worldwide and a commitment to expert instruction that yields hands-on skills and certification preparation, Global Knowledge is an ideal partner for the EC-Council,” said Jay Bavisi, the President of EC-Council.
A Certified Ethical Hacker is a skilled professional who understands and knows how to look for the weaknesses and vulnerabilities in target systems and uses the same knowledge and tools as a malicious hacker. Information Security professionals that carry the CEH certification are qualified to administer non-destructive penetration testing to e-Commerce, e-Business, IT security, and other types of computer networks or systems.
Global Knowledge provides broad-based information security training that includes general security skills-building and vendor-specific courses and certification preparation from Microsoft, Foundstone, Cisco, Nortel, and Red Hat.
About Global Knowledge
Global Knowledge is the largest privately held provider of training and enterprise learning services for information technology (IT) and management professionals. The company offers a broad array of hands-on IT, project management, and professional skills training featuring proprietary core and custom curriculum, as well as content from leading companies, including Cisco, Microsoft, Nortel, Oracle, and Red Hat. Delivered in classrooms, at private facilities, or over the Internet, Global Knowledge has helped Fortune 500 companies, organizations and government agencies leverage learning to turn knowledge into productivity for employees, customers, and channel partners. Founded in 1995, Global Knowledge employs more than 1,100 people worldwide and is headquartered in Cary, N.C. The company is owned by New York-based investment firm Welsh, Carson, Anderson, and Stowe. For more information visit www.globalknowledge.com.
About EC-Council
The International Council of Electronic Commerce Consultants (EC-Council) is a professional organization established in USA, with headquarters in New York hosting members and affiliates worldwide. The e-Business certification courses from EC-Council combine both business and technical training to give you the solid background necessary to build successful e-Businesses. The EC-Council e-Business certification program is built on proven e-Business techniques, like open standards, scalability, availability and security. Creating dependable and workable solutions for your customers is ultimately your responsibility--but designation as a Certified e-Business Professional can enhance your reputation. It lets customers know that you have demonstrated the skills necessary to successfully implement strategic and innovative e-Business solutions.