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The mentorship initiative targets emerging talent in Baltic States (Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania), Central Europe (DACH, Poland, Czech Republic, Hungary), and Nordic regions (Finland, Sweden, Denmark), all areas identified as critical for European cyber defense and critical infrastructure protection. Selected mentees receive direct guidance from CypSec principal researchers, gaining exposure to advanced vulnerability research, zero-day discovery methodology, and regional threat landscape analysis.

"Managed services excellence requires exceptional human expertise, not just platform capabilities," stated Daria Fediay, Chief Executive Officer at CypSec. "This program identifies top regional talent, accelerates their development through direct mentorship, and integrates them into our service delivery ecosystem. The result is enhanced capability for our clients and strengthened security resilience across Europe."

The program maintains rigorous selection standards. Candidates must demonstrate recognized excellence within their regional cybersecurity communities, rapid skill progression exceeding standard rates, and commitment to knowledge sharing. The selection process includes technical competency verification, in-person architecture discussions, and operational scenario evaluations.

Distinguished mentees receive comprehensive support: direct interaction with CypSec researchers, access to advanced research tools, conference participation funding, and fast-track consideration for employment. The program emphasizes sustained collaboration beyond formal duration, with pathways to fellowship programs and long-term partnership agreements.

Beyond individual development, mentees commit to regional capacity building: establishing local training programs, leading professional communities, and bridging universities with European research networks. This multiplier effect extends CypSec’s impact while preserving regional autonomy and local expertise development.

The mentorship program complements CypSec’s managed services strategy by ensuring deep technical expertise is available across geographic and sectoral dimensions, enabling specialized support for critical infrastructure, government, and enterprise clients throughout Europe.