Israel Approves New Cybersecurity Technician Degree to Meet Growing National Demand
The Council of Engineers and Technicians in Israel, in collaboration with the National Cyber Directorate, has officially approved a new independent academic track titled "Cybersecurity Technician." This program aims to train skilled, practical professionals tailored to the immediate needs of the labor market. Developed with experts from the National Cyber Directorate, the curriculum ensures graduates are job-ready upon completion.
The initiative responds to a critical national need driven by a sharp increase in the volume and severity of cyberattacks targeting Israel. According to the expert team behind the program, cyber incidents have escalated significantly, now affecting not only large corporations and defense entities but also small and medium businesses, local authorities, distributed infrastructures, supply chains, and civilian organizations that serve as gateways to larger networks.
The Cybersecurity Technician course spans approximately 2,000 hours over four semesters. A key innovation is its direct integration with the workforce during studies, including a practical internship of several hundred hours within companies and organizations near the colleges. Students will join real security teams, receive mentorship from industry professionals, and engage in operational cyber tasks.
Kobi Bar-Natan, Chairman of the Council of Engineers and Technicians, emphasized the national importance of cybersecurity, stating, "Cyber has become a national challenge touching every sector in the country. To protect Israel in an era where attacks happen at machine speed, we must train a new generation of practical, skilled cyber defenders connected to the field. This new program provides the necessary response to the market's needs." He also expressed gratitude to council members, the pedagogical committee, the Ministries of Labor and Education, the National Cyber Directorate staff, and the expert team for their professional partnership and support that led to the program's approval.
