Global talent and training partner announces JV to bolster industry cyber resilience

Amid a recent wave of high-profile cybersecurity incidents disrupting major businesses, global talent and training partner, mthree, has entered a timely joint venture that will redefine how organisations across the technology, banking, business, and public sectors develop cybersecurity talent.

The partnership, with cybersecurity training provider CAPSLOCK, will help organisations to mitigate future attacks and the operational, financial, and reputational impacts they can create.

Fortune 500 and global enterprises already working with mthree and CAPSLOCK will benefit from enhanced support to broaden their pipeline of skilled workers, boost employee retention, and bolster cybersecurity capabilities through bespoke training programmes.

Blending mthree’s tried-and-tested Hire-Train-Deploy approach with CAPSLOCK’s cybersecurity training, the project will deliver a unified talent ecosystem that combines hands-on technical training with real-world enterprise experience. In turn, the two will provide adaptable pathways into cybersecurity for graduates, career-changers, and seasoned professionals.

Alex Headley, CEO of mthree, commented: “Our clients are under unprecedented pressure to mitigate cyberattacks and boost resilience as security breaches continue to make headlines. By blending our proven talent experience with CAPSLOCK’s cybersecurity expertise, we’re building a pipeline of job-ready professionals ready to hit the ground running and make tangible impacts to mitigate business risk.”

The joint venture will also help to address specialised talent shortages, with mthree’s Diversity in Tech report indicating that the most notable skill gaps for entry-level hires are in software engineering (62%), data science (47%), and cybersecurity (41%).

Dr Andrea Cullen, CEO & co-founder of CAPSLOCK, added: “As cyber threats escalate and sadly throw organisations into the spotlight for the wrong reasons, employers increasingly require a reliable source of specialist talent to bolster their digital defences. mthree is experienced in delivering job-ready talent that meets business needs, and through our joint venture, we’ll be equipping individuals from all backgrounds with the skills they need to strengthen business resilience.”

The integrated offerings will launch immediately in the UK and North America, with further rollouts scheduled for 2025 and 2026.