New Delhi: Google Cloud on Thursday announced a partnership with the government’s computer emergency response force, CERT-In, to train 1,000 government employees and provide 100,000 cybersecurity certificate scholarships to learners. .
CERT-In is part of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), which deals with cybersecurity threats, hacking and other cyber-related issues.
The US tech giant said in a statement that its “cyber squad” of government employees will be trained in cyber defense best practices, including using generative AI and conducting a cybersecurity AI hackathon led by experts from Google Cloud and Mandiant. He said it would be done.
“Cybersecurity is the foundation of our digital future, and harnessing the power of generative AI will help us gain an edge in this evolving landscape,” said Sanjay Bahl, Executive Director, CERT-In. This collaboration drives improvements and accelerates the generation of skilled talent.” In the field of cyber security and generative AI in Japan. ” The Google Cybersecurity Certificate will be taught by Google experts and will provide people with the in-demand skills needed for cybersecurity jobs, the statement said.
Google Cloud CEO Thomas Kurian said, “We are grateful to the Ministry for its leadership and partnership. Together, we will accelerate critical skills development and provide safe and secure support to Indians across the country. We are promoting cooperation to provide new services.”