Proposal for Institutional Partnership
Converged Security Credentialing & Professional Upskilling Initiative
1. Purpose
To establish strategic partnerships that empower students, consultants, and professionals with the skills, credentials, and leadership capacity required to thrive in converged security environments — integrating cybersecurity, physical security, and operational technology.
2. Partnership Opportunities
| Partner Type | Engagement Focus | Benefits |
|---|---|---|
| Universities | Curriculum integration, student credentialing, guest lectures | CSI Awareness Certificate, academic alignment, career pathways |
| Consulting Firms | Staff upskilling, strategic credentialing, client readiness | CSI Certified Practitioner & Specialist credentials, Trustmark alignment |
| Institutions | Governance, resilience planning, leadership development | Chartered Converged Security Practitioner (C-CSP), advisory participation |
3. CSI Credentialing Pathway
| Level | Credential | Audience | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | CSCE – Converged Security & Cybersecurity Expert | Students, interns, entry-level professionals | Online exam and written assessment |
| 2 | CSP – Converged Security Professional | Consultants, engineers, mid-level professionals | On-site workshops and group presentation |
| 3 | CSL – Converged Security Leader | Senior professionals | Automatic upon CSCE + CSP completion |
| 4 | C-CSP – Chartered Converged Security Practitioner | Senior leaders, architects of resilience | Application, evidence submission, peer review |
4. Core Competency Areas
The credentialing pathway covers key domains essential for modern security professionals. More information about Credentialing.
- Cyber-Physical Integration
- Threat Modelling and Compliance
- Governance and Risk Management
- Strategic Leadership and Planning
- Education and Training
- Organisational Resilience
5. Special Bundle Offer
CSCE + CSP Bundle
CSI offers a bundled credentialing package for institutions seeking to upskill teams or cohorts:
- Group size: up to 15 participants
- Price: 430 EUR per person
- Delivery format:
- CSCE: Online, part-time over 2 weeks
- CSP: One intensive 8-hour day delivered on-site at the partner institution
- Includes: full access to online modules, workshop participation, assessment support, and certification issuance
Custom packages available for larger groups or phased delivery.
6. Partnership Benefits
- Co-branded credentialing pathways
- Access to CSI Advisory Board expertise
- Inclusion in CSI Trustmark ecosystem
- Recognition in CSI publications and events
- Priority access to future standards and pilot programs
7. Next Steps
CSI invites expressions of interest from academic institutions, consulting firms, and strategic partners.
Custom onboarding packages and pilot programs are available for Q4 2025.
To initiate collaboration, please contact:
Dr. Vladimir Bunic
Director, Converged Security Institute
Email: Vladimir.bunic@convergedsecurity.es
Website: www.convergedsecurity.es