Cato Networks Joins ISC2 as an Official CPE Partner

Cato Networks’ SASE certification portfolio has taken a major step forward with Cato’s official recognition as an ISC2 Continuing Professional Education (CPE) Partner. ISC2 is one of the most trusted names in cybersecurity, representing more than 500,000 members worldwide. Their certifications are widely regarded as the benchmark for professional excellence in security.

With this recognition, IT and security professionals who complete Cato’s certification programs, workshops, and educational sessions can now earn ISC2 CPE credits—helping them maintain or advance credentials such as CISSP®, CCSP®, and SSCP®. For cybersecurity professionals, this partnership will provide them with access to Cato’s extensive catalog of classes and certifications in SASE — one of the hottest cybersecurity areas today.

Advance Your SASE Expertise — and Make It Count

Through the ISC2 CPE Partner Program, Cato aligns its learning experience with global standards for professional education. The ISC2 offers a rich set of cybersecurity certifications in addition to CISSP®, CCSP®, and SSCP®. (See here for the complete list).

The certifications set the benchmark for skills, ethics, and leadership in our field. To maintain those credentials, members must earn CPE credits through approved learning programs—something Cato now provides directly.

Learners no longer need to submit credits individually—Cato manages submissions directly with ISC2. Each approved program meets ISC2’s educational requirements and aligns with core CISSP domains, ranging from risk management and network security to identity and access management.

What This Means for ISC2 Members

For ISC2 members, this partnership opens access to a powerful new avenue for continuing education in one of cybersecurity’s fastest-growing disciplines: Secure Access Service Edge (SASE). Cato offers a comprehensive library of SASE courses and certifications, combining real-world technical skills with strategic security insight, helping professionals master how networking and security converge in the cloud era.

Cato’s learning path spans the fundamentals of SASE architecture through advanced security and business strategy. Participants begin learning the basics of SASE. They progress to understanding the role of core networking topics, such as SD-WAN and single-pass processing, and move on to mastering SASE PoC planning and deployment.

Security professionals master SASE security by starting with SSE and zero-trust network access (ZTNA), and then progressing to SASE Advanced Security Certification, where they learn how to protect against advanced attacks using attack chokepoints, prevent ransomware, and more. Finally, executives can master the art and science of SASE business strategy and communication and become certified in SASE Business Impact & Strategy.

As organizations adopt unified, cloud-delivered platforms, SASE has become a crucial competency for architects, engineers, and security leaders. By learning through Cato, ISC2 members gain the tools and insight to build resilient, scalable, and secure infrastructures aligned with zero-trust and cloud-first strategies.

A Simpler Path to Professional Growth

Cybersecurity professionals know that staying current isn’t optional—it’s essential. But it shouldn’t be complicated. This partnership with ISC2 ensures that every hour spent learning with Cato drives real professional value. Here’s how it helps:

• Earn recognized credits toward maintaining ISC2 certifications through Cato programs and events.
• Save time by letting Cato manage CPE submissions.
• Learn with confidence, knowing all approved activities align with ISC2’s quality and ethical standards.
• Advance by combining hands-on SASE and network security expertise with globally respected credentials.

Cato’s SASE Expert Program already attracts thousands of IT and security professionals seeking to master secure cloud networking. Now it also delivers official CPE credits—turning learning into lasting professional recognition.

Learn, Earn, and Stay Ahead

Cato’s mission has always been to simplify and secure the way enterprises connect—and that extends to empowering the professionals who make it happen. Partnering with ISC2 underscores that commitment. It ensures every learning experience with Cato delivers not just technical insight but also recognized professional development value.

As Cato appears on the official ISC2 CPE Partners page, look for the ISC2 CPE Partner badge on our certification portals, webinars, and events. Each one represents an opportunity to grow skills, maintain credentials, and stay at the forefront of a rapidly evolving cybersecurity landscape.

To learn more about Cato certifications, visit https://www.catonetworks.com/sase/sase-certification/