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09/09/2026
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ISMG Acquires INE to Advance Global Cyber Readiness Across Every Discipline and Role
ISMG Unites Intelligence, Community, Live Events and Now Certification Into One Education Ecosystem Spanning Networking, Cybersecurity, Identity, AI and OT Security — Serving Engineers, Practitioners, Security Leaders and Boards AlikePRINCETON, NJ – ISMG, the leading intelligence and education firm dedicated exclusively to cybersecurity and information technology, today announced the acquisition of INE, the premier provider of hands-on networking and cybersecurity training and certification, trusted by Fortune 500 enterprises and practitioners in more than 190 countries.Coming weeks after ISMG's 20th anniversary, the acquisition is the company's most ambitious commitment in two decades: to raise readiness across the full breadth of the field — networking, cybersecurity, identity, AI and OT security — and across every role that carries risk, from the engineer who builds the foundation to the executive in the boardroom."Twenty years ago, we built ISMG to give defenders the intelligence to see a threat before it reached them," said Sanjay Kalra, chief executive officer, ISMG. "The lesson of the AI era is that intelligence is only as strong as the infrastructure beneath it: every AI system, every transaction, every connected operation depends on networks that must be engineered and identities that must be secured, and on trained people to do that work. INE has proven that capability can be taught, measured and certified at scale, and now, as one organization, we can raise readiness across the entire stack, from the engineer who runs the network to the board that answers for the risk."For two decades, ISMG has kept the community ahead of emerging threats and convened the leaders who must answer for it. INE turns that awareness into demonstrated skill, through hands-on labs and certification programs used across enterprises of every size."INE's heritage in networking and cybersecurity runs deep," said Lindsey Rinehart, chief executive officer, INE. "For years we have carried practitioners from their first commands to expert-level certification, and proven that genuine skill can be measured and validated, not just claimed. Joining ISMG enhances that standard on the global stage and extends it to the disciplines defining the next decade: identity, AI and operational technology, and to the leaders and boards who now answer for them."Readiness Is the New ConstraintFor most of the past decade, the cybersecurity conversation was about hiring more people. That framing is now too narrow. In its 2025 Cybersecurity Workforce Study, ISC2 found that 88% of organizations suffered at least one significant cybersecurity event tied to skills shortages, a sign that readiness, not headcount, is now the binding constraint, and one that reaches well beyond the security team as AI adoption and IT/OT convergence pull new roles into the blast radius of cyber risk.A Global Mandate for Cyber ReadinessWith this acquisition, ISMG is launching the Global Cyber Readiness Initiative, a long-term commitment to raise competence across the disciplines that define digital risk: networking, cybersecurity, identity management, AI security and OT security, and across the roles that own them, from engineers to CISOs to the boards accountable for all of it. INE brings the depth: CCNA-, CCNP- and CCIE-level networking training, identity-management courses for zero-trust and access security, the eAIS credential for AI security, and hands-on OT training.No company is better positioned to take this on. ISMG already reaches this audience through 38 media properties, more than 400 annual events, and technical gatherings including Nullcon, Hardwear.io, OTSec and ManuSec. Two decades of standing with the global security community give ISMG the credibility to raise the bar for what training and certification should mean, and the reach to make that standard global.ISMG plans to enrich INE's course and certification content, extend its reach into new markets and customer segments, and build an active peer community around the products its clients already rely on."When ISMG started, the community needed trusted reporting on a threat most boardrooms had never discussed," said Mike D'Agostino, general manager, ISMG. "Today it needs something different in scale and kind: readiness for teams and leaders who cannot simply hire their way out of the problem. Reporting a problem and solving it are different jobs, and with INE, we can do both."Community Is Part of the CurriculumNot all learning happens in a lab. For senior leaders, the most valuable education is often peer to peer, comparing decisions with counterparts who face the same threats, regulators and board questions. Through CyberEdBoard, ISMG's invitation-only community for CISOs and CIOs, and its broader CXO advisory programs, members exchange playbooks, pressure-test strategy, and shape the agenda that training and intelligence then serve.Why NowCybersecurity is now foundational to economic stability, as commerce, energy, healthcare, finance and government run on software and, increasingly, on AI. New threats drive demand for training, new regulations for certification, new technologies for continuous upskilling. By adding INE’s industry-leading training infrastructure, ISMG's expanded platform meets all three. INE also widens the ISMG global footprint, adding presence in Salt Lake City, Raleigh and La Plata, Argentina, deepening its reach across India, alongside established hubs in the U.S., U.K. and Israel.Macquarie Capital served as financial advisor to INE, previously a portfolio company of PSG Equity.About ISMGISMG is the world’s largest media organization devoted solely to cybersecurity, information technology, artificial intelligence and operational technology. Each of our 38 media properties provides education, research and news that is specifically tailored to key vertical sectors including banking, healthcare and the public sector; geographies from North America to Southeast Asia; and topics such as data breach prevention, cyber risk assessment, OT security, AI and fraud. Our annual global summit series connects senior security professionals with industry thought leaders to find actionable solutions for pressing cybersecurity challenges.About INEINE is the premier provider of online technical training for the IT industry. Harnessing the world’s most powerful hands-on lab platform, cutting-edge technology, a global video distribution network, and world-class instructors, INE is the top training choice for Fortune 500 companies worldwide and for IT professionals looking to advance their careers. INE’s suite of learning paths offers an incomparable depth of expertise across networking, cybersecurity, cloud and data science.
09/03/2026
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INE Launches Hands-On SRv6 Course for Next-Generation Service Provider Networks
Implementing Segment Routing v6 (SRv6) gives network professionals practical experience with IPv6-based VPN services, Traffic Engineering with IS-IS Flex-Algo, uSID Compression, and MPLS-to-SRv6 InterworkingCARY, N.C., Sept. 3, 2026 — INE, an industry leader in advanced hands-on networking and cybersecurity training, today announced Implementing Segment Routing v6 (SRv6), a new course built to help network professionals implement and operate SRv6 in modern Service Provider environments.As Service Providers modernize their MPLS networks, SRv6 is emerging as an important architecture for delivering VPN services and programmable Traffic Engineering over an IPv6-based infrastructure. Rather than focusing solely on theory, INE’s course is designed to give engineers practical, hands-on experience implementing the technologies and workflows used to deploy SRv6 in real-world network environments.Led by Brian McGahan, co-founder of INE and Director of Networking Content, the course provides practical training for experienced network professionals looking to build hands-on skills with SRv6.“SRv6 is the kind of technology engineers need to experience first-hand to really understand,” said McGahan. “This course helps learners move beyond just the theory, and directly into implementing SRv6 routing, VPN services, Traffic Engineering, and MPLS-to-SRv6 interworking they’re likely to see in modern Service Provider environments.”The course gives learners experience with technologies and workflows including:Advertising SRv6 Locators with IS-ISImplementing Layer 3 VPNs over SRv6Implementing Layer 2 VPNs over SRv6Implementing SRv6 Micro-SID (uSID) compressionUsing IS-IS Flex-Algo for SRv6 traffic engineeringUsing Flex-Algo affinity for constraint-based path selectionImplementing MPLS-to-SRv6 interworkingThe launch expands INE’s advanced networking and Service Provider training portfolio, giving network professionals more opportunities to build practical skills with Segment Routing, IPv6, and modern Service Provider technologies.Implementing Segment Routing v6 (SRv6) is available now for individual learners with INE Premium access and for organizations through INE Enterprise licenses. <br />About INEINE is the premier provider of online networking, cybersecurity, cloud, and IT infrastructure training and certifications. Through expert-led instruction, hands-on labs, and practical learning paths, INE helps individuals and organizations build the technical skills needed to succeed in today's rapidly evolving technology landscape. Serving Fortune 500 enterprises, government agencies, and IT professionals worldwide, INE is committed to developing real-world expertise that prepares learners for today's most demanding technical roles.<br />
08/26/2026
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INE Launches eIAMA Certification to Help Organizations Build Practical Identity and Access Management Skills
New vendor-neutral certification prepares cybersecurity and IT professionals to implement, operate, and secure identity systems in modern enterprise environments.CARY, N.C., August 26, 2026 — As identity continues to become the foundation of modern cybersecurity, INE, a leading global provider of hands-on technical training and certifications, today announced the launch of the Certified Identity & Access Management Associate (eIAMA) certification. Designed for today's cybersecurity and IT professionals, eIAMA validates the practical skills required to implement, operate, troubleshoot, and secure identity and access management (IAM) controls across modern enterprise environments.Identity has evolved beyond user authentication to become a critical security control supporting Zero Trust architectures, cloud adoption, privileged access management, and regulatory compliance. As organizations modernize their identity infrastructure, the demand for professionals who can operationalize IAM technologies has grown significantly.The eIAMA certification was developed to help close that skills gap through a vendor-neutral, hands-on learning path that emphasizes real-world implementation rather than product-specific administration."Identity is no longer just an IT function—it's the control plane for modern cybersecurity," said Tracy Wallace, Director of Content Development at INE. "Organizations need professionals who can do more than explain IAM concepts. They need practitioners who can implement secure authentication, troubleshoot federation issues, manage identity lifecycles, and validate access controls in production environments. eIAMA was built to develop and validate those practical capabilities."Unlike training focused on a single platform or identity provider, eIAMA prepares candidates to work across the technologies, workflows, and security principles that underpin enterprise identity programs. The certification covers the full identity lifecycle, including:Identity architecture and lifecycle managementAuthentication, single sign-on (SSO), and federationAuthorization and access policy designPrivileged access and service identity securityIAM monitoring, incident response, and governanceAudit readiness and compliance reporting.The certification is designed for a broad range of technical professionals, including identity and access management administrators, security engineers, systems administrators, SOC analysts, cloud administrators, and infrastructure teams responsible for implementing and supporting secure access across hybrid environments. It also supports organizations looking to build shared IAM capability across technical teams as part of broader Zero Trust and cybersecurity workforce development initiatives.The eIAMA certification and learning path is available beginning today, August 26, 2026. To learn more about the Certified Identity & Access Management Associate (eIAMA), visit: https://ine.com/security/certifications/eiama-certification <br />About INEINE is the premier provider of online networking, cybersecurity, cloud, and IT infrastructure training and certifications. Through expert-led instruction, hands-on labs, and practical learning paths, INE helps individuals and organizations build the technical skills needed to succeed in today's rapidly evolving technology landscape. Serving Fortune 500 enterprises, government agencies, and IT professionals worldwide, INE is committed to developing real-world expertise that prepares learners for today's most demanding technical roles.
08/24/2026
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Exploiting PwnKit (CVE-2021-4034): Techniques & Defensive Measures
Learn to exploit PwnKit CVE-2021-4034 a vulnerability that went unnoticed for 11 years. Walk through an exploitation scenario and understand how to defend against it.
08/19/2026
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How to Become a Pentester: Your Complete Roadmap
This updated guide walks through what a pentester does, the most common career transitions into the role, and how to strategically upskill, including how INE Security’s eJPT certification can help you prove your abilities in a hands-on, industry-recognized way.
08/11/2026
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SOC Alert Triage: A Practical Framework for Reducing Noise Without Missing Risk
Security operations centers are rarely short on alerts. The harder problem is deciding which signals deserve attention, which need more context, and which can be closed without creating blind spots.
08/06/2026
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Pursuing the Unknown: When Your Greatest Tool Is Your Ability to Learn
"One of the biggest misconceptions about being a technical instructor is that we spend our careers teaching what we already know" - Keith Bogart says.
07/30/2026
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From Course Completion to Operational Readiness: A Five-Level IT Team Training Maturity Model
Use this five-level IT team maturity model to assess technical skills, close capability gaps, strengthen hands-on performance, and measure operational readiness.
07/28/2026
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INE Launches New Palo Alto Prisma SD-WAN Course for Enterprise Network Professionals
Prisma SD-WAN: From Concepts to Deployment helps network engineers build practical skills for modern branch and distributed network environmentsCARY, N.C., July 28, 2026 — INE, a global provider of networking and cybersecurity training, announced the launch of Prisma SD-WAN: From Concepts to Deployment, a new course designed to help network professionals build practical skills for planning, understanding, and deploying Palo Alto Networks Prisma SD-WAN using Strata Cloud Manager.As organizations support more distributed users, cloud-based applications, and branch locations, network teams are being asked to deliver consistent connectivity, stronger visibility, and more adaptable operations. That shift has made SD-WAN expertise increasingly important for engineers responsible for enterprise architecture, branch connectivity, and day-to-day network performance.The nearly 13-hour course moves beyond high-level SD-WAN theory to provide a structured path through the concepts, Strata Cloud Manager workflows, and deployment considerations network professionals need to understand when working with Prisma SD-WAN. It is intended for network engineers, architects, infrastructure professionals, and technical leaders who want to strengthen their knowledge of software-defined WAN architecture and modern enterprise network operations.“SD-WAN has moved well beyond a niche architecture decision. It is now central to how organizations connect branch locations, support cloud applications, and maintain visibility across distributed environments,” said Brian McGahan, co-founder of INE and Director of Networking Content. “As enterprises increasingly adopt SASE, cloud-delivered security, and Zero Trust architectures, the demand for multi-vendor SD-WAN expertise continues to grow. This course expands our SD-WAN portfolio, allowing our customers to keep training and assessing critical skills within a single platform.”The Prisma SD-WAN: From Concepts to Deployment course complements INE’s broader library of networking, automation, cloud, and security content, giving professionals a way to develop vendor-specific skills while strengthening the architectural and operational knowledge required across modern infrastructure environments.The new course is available now through INE’s training platform. Learners can access Prisma SD-WAN: From Concepts to Deployment through INE’s business licenses or individual INE Premium subscriptions.<br />About INEINE is a leading provider of technical training for the IT and cybersecurity industries. INE’s learning platform combines expert-led instruction, hands-on labs, assessments, certification preparation, and enterprise analytics across networking, cybersecurity, cloud, data, and AI. INE helps professionals and organizations build practical, job-relevant skills through continuous learning and real-world application. Learn more at https://ine.com.
07/28/2026
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New INE Research Finds Just 22% of Organizations Feel Prepared for AI-Driven Cybersecurity Operations
2026 Wired Together Report reveals a widening gap between cybersecurity strategy and operational readiness as AI, workforce shortages, and growing complexity reshape enterprise security.CARY, N.C., July 23, 2026 — INE, a leading provider of hands-on technical training and cybersecurity education, today announced the release of its 2026 Wired Together Report: The Knowing vs. Doing Gap in Cybersecurity Operations, an annual research report examining how organizations are adapting to AI, operational convergence, workforce readiness, and rapidly evolving cyber threats.Drawing on original survey data and analysis of industry research, the report finds that while organizations broadly recognize the need for AI-assisted operations, greater automation, and stronger collaboration across cybersecurity and networking teams, operational readiness continues to lag.Among the report's key findings:Only 22% of organizations report feeling highly prepared for AI-driven operational convergence.The average Security Operations Center (SOC) now manages 83 security tools across 29 vendors, contributing to growing operational complexity.71% of SOC analysts report burnout tied to alert overload.The average eCrime breakout time has fallen to 29 minutes, while the fastest observed breakout occurred in just 27 seconds.AI and machine learning operational expertise emerged as the most significant workforce skills gap identified by respondents.Drawing from a global study of 336 IT, networking, and security specialists performed in April 2026, the 2026 Wired Together Report integrates original survey insights with comprehensive analysis of current third-party market data."The cybersecurity industry has largely moved beyond asking what needs to change," said Lindsey Rinehart, INE CEO. "The challenge organizations face today is operationalizing those changes quickly enough to keep pace with AI, increasingly interconnected environments, and machine-speed threats. Workforce readiness has become a defining business capability."The report identifies three converging forces reshaping enterprise cybersecurity:Accelerating adoption of AI-powered tools and automationIncreasing operational complexity across cloud, hybrid, and distributed environmentsThreat actors leveraging AI and automation to accelerate attacks and evade detectionWhile organizations continue investing in modernization initiatives, the report concludes that adding technology alone will not close the readiness gap. Instead, future-ready organizations are prioritizing operational simplicity, cross-functional collaboration, AI governance, and continuous workforce development."The organizations best positioned for the future won't necessarily be those with the most technology," added Rinehart. "They'll be the ones that reduce complexity, build adaptable teams, and create operational environments capable of evolving as quickly as the threat landscape."Beyond highlighting current challenges, the report outlines five strategic priorities for technology leaders:Reduce operational fragmentationBuild shared visibility across teamsInvest in workforce adaptabilityOperationalize AI governance earlyPrioritize sustainable cybersecurity operationsThe 2026 Wired Together Report is intended for CISOs, CIOs, cybersecurity leaders, IT executives, networking professionals, and enterprise decision-makers seeking practical insight into the future of cybersecurity operations and workforce readiness.The full report is available at:https://learn.ine.com/report/wired-togetherAbout INEINE is the premier provider of online networking, cybersecurity, cloud, and IT training and certifications. Through hands-on labs, expert instruction, and enterprise-ready learning solutions, INE helps individuals and organizations develop the technical skills needed to secure today's increasingly complex digital environments. Serving Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, and IT professionals worldwide, INE is committed to building workforce readiness through practical, real-world training.
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