An Arlington cybersecurity training and education platform that spun out of Graham Holdings Co. (NYSE: GHC) years ago is now merging with a Maryland firm to create a cyber media and education brand that’s already raised a $5.4 million round of funding.
Arlington’s CyberVista has combined with CyberWire, an audio-based cyber media company based in Fulton, to form N2K Networks, or “news to knowledge” network. With hopes of capturing the entire learning lifecycle for a niche industry like cybersecurity in one place, the new company aims to create a single platform where users can learn a new industry skill or trend, as well as advance their cybersecurity careers.
Peter Kilpe, founder and CEO of CyberWire, will become chief executive of N2K Networks, while CyberVista CEO Simone Petrella will lead its operations as president.
“Oftentimes, learning is thought of as this discrete activity of going to classes and taking webinars, getting a certification. But really, it’s a full…
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