The National Cybersecurity Authority (NCA) today launched the second phase of its CyberIC program, a comprehensive initiative designed to bolster the cybersecurity capabilities of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The program aims to cultivate specialized national expertise in the cybersecurity sector and elevate the cyber preparedness of national entities. This aligns with NCA's broader mission to foster the development of the cybersecurity industry and human capabilities, ultimately strengthening cybersecurity in Saudi Arabia. The second phase of CyberIC focuses on six key areas: cybersecurity specialists and leaders, specialists in investigation and judicial authorities, specialists in fields related to cybersecurity, national entities executives, and students and recent graduates. The program seeks to empower around 13,000 individuals in the field of cybersecurity. The program's encompasses a wide range of cybersecurity disciplines, including data analysis, encryption, and secure cloud computing, in partner ship with Saudi Information Technology Company (SITE), NCA's technical arm, and leading international universities. The CyberIC program is a cornerstone of the National Cybersecurity Strategy, contributing to the Kingdom's efforts to protect critical infrastructure and government services through its focus on skills development and knowledge enhancement. Source: Saudi Press Agency