EC-Council Launches Enterprise AI Credential Suite
In a significant move to address the growing demand for AI expertise in the workforce, EC-Council has introduced its Enterprise AI Credential Suite. This launch includes four new role-based AI certifications along with an updated Certified CISO v4 program, marking the largest expansion in the organization’s 25-year history.
The Urgent Need for AI Competency
As artificial intelligence technology continues to scale rapidly, the necessity for a workforce proficient in managing, securing, and governing AI systems becomes increasingly urgent. This launch is particularly relevant to the Gulf region, where national AI agendas are progressing swiftly across the GCC.
Alignment with National Strategies
In Saudi Arabia, the initiative aligns with Vision 2030 and the National Strategy for Data and AI (NSDAI). These strategies emphasize the centrality of AI capabilities to national competitiveness and long-term growth. With organizations transitioning AI from pilot projects to full-scale production across various sectors such as finance, energy, logistics, healthcare, and public services, there is a pressing need for professionals skilled in deploying AI responsibly and operationalizing governance at scale.
Under the NSDAI, Saudi workforce targets aim to train 40% of the population in basic data and AI skills and to develop 20,000 AI specialists by 2030, with over 779,000 citizens already trained. Furthermore, a nationwide AI curriculum is set to reach six million students beginning in the 2025–2026 academic year.
Overview of the Enterprise AI Credential Suite
The Enterprise AI Credential Suite is structured around EC-Council’s Adopt. Defend. Govern. (ADG) framework, designed to equip professionals for real-world AI roles. The certifications included are:
- Artificial Intelligence Essentials (AIE): Aimed at foundational AI literacy.
- Certified AI Program Manager (CAIPM): Focused on translating AI strategy into execution.
- Certified Offensive AI Security Professional (COASP): Dedicated to testing and securing AI systems.
- Certified Responsible AI Governance & Ethics Professional (CRAGE): Concentrating on enterprise-scale AI governance and ethical compliance.
The updated Certified CISO v4 complements these certifications by preparing executives to manage AI-driven risks and enhance governance in intelligent, adaptive environments.
Conclusion
This comprehensive portfolio from EC-Council leverages its expertise in collaboration with government and defense sectors, addressing the critical need for AI-ready skills across the workforce. As organizations increasingly rely on AI technologies, the significance of these new certifications cannot be overstated.
