Global cybersecurity solutions leader, Fortinet Inc., has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Sharjah Cyber Security Center to fortify Sharjah’s digital defenses and strengthen its cybersecurity infrastructure.
The partnership focuses on enhancing information, communication, technology (ICT) security capabilities and threat response systems, aligning with the Emirate’s broader digital transformation goals.
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The cooperation will also deliver joint initiatives to advance legislative and regulatory frameworks, establish public awareness programs, and support law enforcement efforts in cybersecurity threat prevention and solutions.
Key initiatives include advanced security solution exchange, technical workshops, training sessions, and cyber drills, alongside educational projects. The collaboration will provide access to Fortinet’s Network Security Expert (NSE) training materials, incident response support, and innovative projects in enterprise networking, cloud security, and digital forensics.
Moreover, the agreement will enable joint scientific and technological research, and business and economic strategies in cybersecurity.
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Sheikh Saud bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Director-General of the Sharjah Digital Department (SDD), highlighted, “Establishing a secure and resilient digital environment is one of the core objectives for which the Sharjah Digital Department was founded. It is integral to our mission to lead and empower digital transformation across the Emirate. Cybersecurity and digital trust are key pillars of this journey. We are committed to protecting Sharjah’s critical digital assets and ensuring their integrity amid evolving organizations, like Fortinet Inc., are vital to enhancing cybersecurity resilience, fostering inclusive innovation, and advancing sustainable digital solutions that transform government services into seamless, efficient, and people-first experiences that improve quality of life.”
Abdelnasir Obaid Bukhatir, Director of the Sharjah Cyber Security Center, added, “This partnership with Fortinet Inc. marks a strategic milestone in our ongoing efforts to build a comprehensive cybersecurity ecosystem in the Emirate of Sharjah and strengthen national digital capabilities capable of keeping pace with rapid technological advancements. Collaborating with leading global experts enables us to elevate performance, enhance preparedness, and ensure our government services’ secure and forward-looking digital transformation.”
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