INE Security is expanding its global footprint through a new partnership with Riyadh-based Abadnet Institute for Training, aiming to empower the next wave of cybersecurity professionals in Saudi Arabia. The move brings together INE Security’s industry-renowned training programs and Abadnet’s strong local presence in IT and cybersecurity education.
This collaboration is already making an impact. The first jointly launched academy, with 200 enrolled students, filled all available seats—a clear sign of the region’s growing appetite for hands-on, job-ready cybersecurity skills.
Founded in North Carolina, INE Security is recognized worldwide for its cutting-edge cybersecurity certifications and training platforms. The partnership with Abadnet enables the integration of INE’s comprehensive content, including its Junior Penetration Tester (eJPT) modules and preparation materials for globally respected certifications like CompTIA Security+.
For Abadnet, which has been shaping Saudi tech talent since 2007 and trains over 10,000 learners annually, the deal represents a leap forward in its mission to provide world-class technical education. By embedding INE’s resources into its bootcamps and courses, the institute is enhancing how it prepares students for careers in ethical hacking, penetration testing, and broader cybersecurity roles.
INE’s Chief Revenue Officer Brett Erskine highlighted the significance of the alliance, noting that learners now have access to highly practical skills and globally recognized credentials. This, he said, supports the Kingdom’s need for a digitally secure workforce capable of handling real-world cyber threats.
Ahmed Alkathiri, COO of Abadnet Institute and a long-time advocate of INE’s training—having earned multiple INE certifications himself—shared his enthusiasm. With over 15 years of hands-on cybersecurity experience, he emphasized how transformative INE’s training has been throughout his own career. The partnership, he added, ensures Saudi students benefit from the same caliber of education that’s made a global impact.
Echoing this, Ahmed Fatouh, Head of the Cyber Security Department at Abadnet, stressed how the integration of INE’s eJPT content will raise the bar for their bootcamps. He described it as a game-changer for students aiming to break into ethical hacking and penetration testing, offering them not just theory but true-to-life experience through hands-on labs.
The initiative is part of INE’s broader investment strategy in the Gulf region. By supporting localized training and certification pathways, INE and Abadnet are contributing to Saudi Arabia’s digital transformation—helping build a pipeline of cybersecurity talent ready to safeguard national infrastructure and power the Kingdom’s rapidly evolving digital economy.
