SailPoint Expands Certification Program to Combat Cybersecurity Skills Gap — SailPoint Technologies Holdings, Inc.

Event summary

SailPoint launched a recertification program and a new certification, the SailPoint Certified Identity Security Administrator, on February 17, 2026.
The recertification program extends existing certifications for two years for professionals who pass specific exams.
The new certification focuses on cloud-based identity security, covering areas like platform management and governance.
SailPoint has adopted Credly as its digital badging platform to recognize and record certifications.
Over 12,000 professionals are part of SailPoint's certified community.

The big picture

SailPoint's expansion of its certification ecosystem addresses the growing cybersecurity skills gap, particularly in identity security. As organizations increasingly focus on upskilling existing employees rather than hiring new talent, SailPoint's initiatives aim to strengthen the talent market and validate professionals' expertise. The launch of the SailPoint Certified Identity Security Administrator and the recertification program underscores the company's commitment to continuous learning and industry best practices in a rapidly evolving technological landscape.

What we're watching

Certification Adoption: How quickly organizations will integrate SailPoint's new certifications into their upskilling strategies.
Talent Retention: Whether the recertification program will help SailPoint attract and retain top identity security talent.
Industry Standards: The pace at which SailPoint's certifications become a benchmark for identity security expertise.