Training Camp

In line with the Central Bank of Jordan's commitment to creating a secure investment environment in the Kingdom and enhancing the financial and banking sector’s capabilities in managing cybersecurity risks and responding to cyber incidents, the Bank has launched its first Cybersecurity Bootcamp. This initiative aims to strengthen the competencies and build the qualified workforce necessary for the financial and banking sector.

The bootcamp, which will last for three months and be conducted in two phases by certified trainers, includes three training programs:

Specialized cybersecurity program
Program dedicated to Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs).
Basic-level cybersecurity training program.

Participants in the bootcamp will have the opportunity to obtain nine globally recognized certifications issued by EC-Council, a leading provider of cybersecurity training worldwide.

On behalf of the Governor of the Central Bank of Jordan, Dr. Adel Al-Sharkas, the bootcamp was opened by the Deputy Governor, Dr. Khaldoun Al-Wshah. In his opening remarks, Dr. Al-Wshah stated:

Cybersecurity is a fundamental pillar of the financial and banking sector's infrastructure. The Central Bank of Jordan is committed to supporting sector employees through various training programs, confirming the Bank's dedication to enhancing the capabilities of financial institutions’ teams in provoking cybersecurity threats and ensuring the security of information and integrity of financial transactions.

Dr. Al-Wshah further added that such initiatives contribute to strengthening confidence in Jordan's financial and banking system, support the Kingdom’s efforts to build a sustainable and resilient digital economy, and enhance confidence in Jordan’s investment environment.

In his statement, Eng. Ibrahim Al-Shafei, Head of the Cyber Security Emergency Response Unit for the Financial and Banking Sector, emphasized:

The launch of this bootcamp strengthens the capabilities of employees in the financial and banking sector in the field of cybersecurity. Through this specialized training, we aim to enhance the efficiency of the workforce in provoking cyber threats, which in turn protects the financial and banking system from increasing cybersecurity risks.

It is worth noting that Jo-FinCERT remains dedicated in its commitment to promoting the safety and stability of Jordan's financial and banking sector through a range of initiatives and activities, including this bootcamp. The Unit aims to build a financial community with the highest levels of cybersecurity, which supports the Kingdom's position as a safe investment destination and ensures the security of financial institutions.