57% of companies find it difficult to find ICT specialists 

• CyberTech Academy is a new online educational programme, with courses taught by VASS professionals and experts in the digital sector. 

• Thanks to the agreement with VASS University and the VASS Foundation, Linkia FP students will acquire high-demand skills and will be able to access grants for specialisation courses aimed at increasing their employability. 

Madrid, 14 November 2024 - At a time when digital transformation is setting the pace of the labour market and there is a growing shortage of skilled professionals in the technology sector, Linkia FP and VASS University have signed a collaboration agreement to train Vocational Training students in key digital skills. 

According to the European Commission's Digital Economy and Society Index (DESI) Report (2023), Spanish companies are having serious difficulties in finding the digital talent they need57% reported problems in finding specialists in the ICT sector. The most difficult roles to fill include cybersecurity specialists, software and Big Data experts. 

The alliance between Linkia FP and VASS University aims to provide future professionals in the technology sector with up-to-date knowledge and to offer training that responds directly to the needs of companies and the labour market. The partnership will give Linkia FP students and alumni exclusive access to CyberTech Academy, a fully online training programme designed by VASS University.  

In this environment, students will have the opportunity to immerse themselves in innovative topics, taught by active VASS professionals and experts from leading IBEX35 companies. The content focuses on areas of high demand in the technology sector.The programme is designed to ensure that participants acquire the skills most valued by the market. 

The main areas of CyberTech Academy training are related to programming, cloud computing, network administration or cybersecurity.The following are some of the fields in which companies have serious difficulties in recruiting qualified talent. These training areas include: Scrum, Kanban Methodology, Python, Responsive Design, Git: Version Control, Jira, Introduction to QA Specialisation, Cloud Computing and Cloud Architecture, Databases in the Cloud, Server Administration, Advanced Networks: VPNs, Firewalls and WAN, Network Design: Infrastructure, Technologies and Performance, Pentesting and Security Testing, and Switched Network Design, among others. 

 
In addition to this innovative training offer, Linkia FP students will be eligible for scholarships provided by the VASS Foundation for the Promotion of Digital Talent, which will give them access to highly specialised courses, with durations ranging from 40 to 180 hours. These training courses, which will be held periodically, are focused on obtaining certifications and technical qualifications that are in great demand by cutting-edge technology companies. 

Víctor Gómez Baudet, CEO of Linkia FPpoints out that "This alliance represents a decisive step forward in our commitment to offer vocational training aligned with the current demands of the labour market. Thanks to the collaboration with VASS University, we reinforce two fundamental principles of Linkia FP: to ensure a successful job placement for our students and to connect with the needs of our partner companies.". 

For its part, Antonio Rueda Guglieri, Director of VASS Universitynotes that "CyberTech Academy responds to a new vision of expert learning, enriching formal education with the applied perspective of the professional world. It is not just about teaching digital skills, but incorporating a dynamic, labour market-oriented vision that addresses the needs of a constantly evolving sector. This collaboration will open new doors for students, giving them access to valuable certifications and a network of contacts essential for their professional development in the digital world.". 
 

About Linkia FP 

Linkia FP is an Official Vocational Training institution with more than 12 years of experience, being one of the first centres to offer official online vocational training in Spain, and with more than 15,000 graduates. 

Since its inception, its objective has been to make vocational training more accessible in order to connect talent with the labour market. Its educational model, based on a high-performance methodology and under the concept of learning by doing, offers its students the opportunity to develop practical skills and updated to the needs of companies. 

About VASS Foundation  

The VASS Foundation is a non-profit organisation committed to the promotion of digital talent in society. Through research, training, educational cooperation and innovation, it promotes digital transformation as a lever to foster social inclusion and universal accessibility. 

With the conviction that digital talent can not only generate equal opportunities but also turn Spain into the digital hub of Europe, the Foundation develops initiatives that promote the employability of people in vulnerable situations, young people, women and people with disabilities. 

In collaboration with universities, academic institutions, companies, public and social entities, the VASS Foundation works to strengthen society in the face of the challenges of the technological future, under the firm commitment to promote digital talent for All. 

About VASS 

VASS is a global digital transformation company that puts organisations at the forefront of innovation, bringing together talent, knowledge and technology. 

With our digital solutions, we accompany people and organisations around the world in their transition to the future. Our 5,000 experts in 26 countries across Europe, the Americas and Asia work alongside our customers, partners and key allies, delivering high-level digital innovation solutions and services, facilitating the transformation and evolution of key sectors such as financial services and banking, retail, insurance, public administration, telecommunications and media, among others. 

Our approach is based on mindful technology development, created to drive positive change and momentum in creating relevant opportunities for people and organisations through technology.