For a decade, social enterprise SaluteMyJob has been helping ex-military personnel upskill into areas with a notable cybersecurity skills gap, with many candidates going on to make their mark in multi-national companies. And now, an exciting partnership is set to fast-track more veterans and police officers into a career in cybersecurity with their Accelerated Cyber Leadership Pathway.
SALUTEMYJOB is delighted to announce their new partnership with althaus to further up-skill veterans and police officers aspiring to become leaders within the cybersecurity industry.
The fully-funded althaus x SMJ Accelerated Cyber Leadership Pathway into Cybersecurity Management, offers practical training, industry-recognised certifications, and direct links to employers looking to hire from the military and police talent pool.
A study by Security Brief UK revealed that 71% of organisations have been impacted by the cybersecurity skills shortage, with most of these shortages being mid-level or more senior roles. Veteran and police officers, with their sharp decision-making skills, security mindsets and leadership and crisis management experience, are well-suited to fill roles in this burgeoning field of cybersecurity and help close the widening skills gap.
Managing Director, Andrew Jackson, said: “We are delighted to partner with althaus to further develop our successful pathway programme. In doing so, we hope to give ex-military leaders, and retired and current police officers, a chance to showcase their skills and make their mark within the cybersecurity world in civvy street.”
The partnership also offers a Higher Apprenticeship in Cybersecurity, which combines practical learning with full-time employment, so veterans will gain commercial experience, earn a salary and professional qualifications.
Pete Buller, CEO of althaus, said: “We are thrilled to be partnering with SaluteMyJob to empower veterans and police officers with the skills and qualifications needed to lead in the ever-evolving cybersecurity sector. These individuals bring a wealth of leadership experience, resilience, and a security-first mindset—qualities that are invaluable in protecting businesses from cyber threats. By equipping them with in-demand tech skills and real-world experience, we are enabling organisations to tap into a talent pool with outstanding leadership potential, helping to bridge the critical cybersecurity skills gap.”
If you live in the West Midlands or are prepared to work remotely for employers in the area, you can find out more here. There are further plans to expand into other areas in the UK - so watch this space!
SaluteMyJob state that they are registered on the CTP and Forces Families Jobs websites; please follow these links for further information.