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EC-Council and Four Inc. Partner to Deliver Mission Critical Cybersecurity Training to the U.S. Public Sector
**In a significant move to strengthen national security, EC-Council, a global leader in cybersecurity education and training, has partnered with Four Inc., a trusted distributor of advanced technology solutions to the U.S. public sector. This strategic alliance will provide federal, state, and local agencies seamless access to EC-Council's renowned cybersecurity certifications and training programs through Four Inc.'s contract vehicles.
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Enhancing Public Sector Cybersecurity through Specialized Training
**The partnership aims to address the pressing need for specialized training in the public sector. As AI adoption surges, cyber risk is escalating, making it imperative for government agencies to strengthen their cybersecurity posture. EC-Council's training programs, such as the Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) credential, empower cybersecurity professionals to identify, assess, and respond to evolving threats.
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Why CEH and Other EC-Council Certifications Matter
**The CEH program trains participants to think like adversaries, enabling them to proactively uncover vulnerabilities and prevent attacks before they occur. EC-Council's broader portfolio includes certifications that are accredited by the American National Standards Institute (ANAB) ISO/IEC 17024, align with the National Initiative for Cybersecurity Education (NICE) Workforce Framework, and are approved under Department of Defense Directive 8140 for mission-critical roles.
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Addressing the Growing Need for AI-Driven Cybersecurity Solutions
**The U.S. public sector is grappling with the challenges posed by rapid AI adoption and cyber risk. A recent GAO report found that generative AI use cases across 11 federal agencies grew ninefold between 2023 and 2024, widening attack surfaces and giving rise to AI-driven phishing, deepfakes, and ransomware campaigns.
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Partnership Benefits for U.S. Agencies
**Through this partnership, Four Inc. will deliver EC-Council's certifications through its extensive reseller network and contract vehicles. This streamlined approach ensures that agencies can invest in critical cybersecurity skills development without procurement complexity, providing rapid access to programs designed to build a resilient and highly skilled workforce.
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Quote from Jay Bavisi, Group President, EC-Council
**"As AI-driven cyberattacks increasingly target the public sector, government agencies face mounting pressure to safeguard critical infrastructure and national security. This partnership with Four Inc. empowers U.S. agencies with direct access to EC-Council's globally recognized certifications and training, equipping them to build mission-ready cybersecurity teams capable of countering the next wave of AI-powered threats."
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Quote from Chris Wilkinson, EVP, Sales at Four Inc.
**"We are proud to partner with EC-Council to deliver industry-leading cybersecurity training, education, and certifications to our government customers. Together, we will help agencies strengthen their security posture, meet compliance goals, and enable a highly capable cybersecurity workforce."
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About EC-Council
**EC-Council is the creator of the Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) program and a leader in cybersecurity education. Founded in 2001, EC-Council's mission is to provide high-quality training and certifications for cybersecurity professionals to keep organizations safe from cyber threats.
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About Four Inc.
**Four Inc. is a trusted distributor of advanced technology solutions to the U.S. public sector. Recognized as a Top 100 government contractor, Four Inc.'s expertise in simplifying technology acquisition for government agencies has earned them respect and trust within the IT community.
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Conclusion
**The partnership between EC-Council and Four Inc. provides government organizations with a direct, scalable solution to strengthen national security through world-class cybersecurity training and certification delivered by EC-Council and its expansive global partner network. With over 350,000 certified professionals in 150 countries, EC-Council continues to set the global benchmark for cybersecurity education and skills development.