Security Compass, The Security by Design Company,announces the acquisition of application security training software provider Kontra from ThriveDX, the global leader in cyber training and talent development. The acquisition marks a pivotal step forward in Security Compass’s ongoing mission to empower businesses with application security solutions centered on a Security by Design approach.
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“Joining forces with Security Compass accelerates our vision, combining our interactive training expertise with their global reach, marquee customers and application security solutions. It’s a perfect synergy for advancing developer cybersecurity education.”
“The acquisition of Kontra marks a significant milestone in our journey towards creating a world where we can trust technology. Kontra’s unique approach to Application Security Training, combined with our existing solutions, greatly enhances our ability to deliver comprehensive and engaging application security training. This acquisition is aligned with our focus on relevant application security training for developers. It enriches our portfolio of just-in-time, contextual training, and our Secure Software Practitioner suites, co-branded with ISC2.” said Rohit Sethi, CEO of Security Compass.
Gyan Chawdhary, founder of Kontra, also expressed his enthusiasm for this new chapter for the product. “When I started Kontra, it was about developing a new way for developers to learn about application security,” said Chawdhary. “Joining forces with Security Compass accelerates our vision, combining our interactive training expertise with their global reach, marquee customers and application security solutions. It’s a perfect synergy for advancing developer cybersecurity education.”
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“We’re excited to embark on this promising partnership with Security Compass,” stated Dan Vigdor, Co-CEO, Co-Founder and Executive Chairman of ThriveDX. “With the innovative Kontra product now under their umbrella, we believe Security Compass will play a pivotal role in bringing it to broader audiences.”
This acquisition strengthens Security Compass’s ongoing commitment to providing top-tier cybersecurity training solutions. Kontra, known for hands-on training labs and a best in class developer experience, complements Security Compass’s existing offerings, including Application Security Training, SD Elements and Just-In-Time Training. Customers of both Security Compass and Kontra can look forward to an expanded suite of training options tailored to a diverse range of learning preferences and needs.
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