Fortinet Announces Formation Of Veterans Program Advisory Council To Narrow The Cybersecurity Skills Gap With Military Veteran Talent
Fortinet News, Wednesday, September 27,2023
Council Members from Five Eyes Nations Will Help Advance the Fortinet Veterans Program's Impact on Supporting Military Veterans in Transitioning to Careers in Cybersecurity
Fortinet announced it has formed the Veterans Program Advisory Council, made up of a global board of esteemed members from organizations that support the military veterans community across the Five Eyes countries: United States, United Kingdom, New Zealand, Canada, and Australia. Members will provide counsel on how Fortinet can continue meeting the needs of military veterans looking to transition into the cybersecurity field.
Military veterans have many complementary skillsets that make them ideal candidates for cybersecurity roles, including discipline, problem-solving under immense pressure, situational awareness, and an understanding of the importance of maintaining a strong defense posture. With the industry facing a talent shortage with an estimated 3.4 million security roles needing to be filled worldwide, the veteran community can play a key role in filling critical cyber roles with access to training, mentorship, and employment opportunities.