After Adam Linz got the Fortinet Certified Expert (FCX/NSE8) certification, BCI continues to strengthen its leadership in cybersecurity. This achievement strengthens BCI’s position as the top Fortinet cybersecurity expert in the US.
At BCI, Adam Linz is a Solutions Architect. He was able to get the very important Fortinet Certified Expert (FCX/NSE8) credential. Because of this, BCI now has seven of the fourteen professionals in the United States who have this top-level certification. The Fortinet Certified Expert (FCX/NSE8) is still one of the hardest certifications to get in the cybersecurity field. To get the credential, you need to have a lot of knowledge about architecture, be able to solve problems quickly, and know everything about the Fortinet Security Fabric ecosystem. So, engineers who get this certification become part of a small group of Fortinet security experts around the world.
In addition, Adam Linz’s success raises BCI’s reputation around the world even more. The company now has the most FCX/NSE8-certified engineers of any Fortinet partner in the world. This award shows that BCI has high engineering standards and is still investing in training new cybersecurity professionals.
“This isn’t just about adding another certification,” said Jonathan Hollingshead, CEO of BCI. “It’s about continuing to build an organization where world-class expertise is the standard, not the exception. Adam’s accomplishment represents the level of discipline, passion, and technical precision that defines BCI.”
Adam Linz also reflected on the journey toward achieving the Fortinet Certified Expert (FCX/NSE8) credential. Adam Linz, the latest professional to earn the FCX/NSE8 and join BCI’s elite team, reflected on his journey:
“Earning my elite Fortinet FCX/NSE8 certification has been one of the most challenging and rewarding milestones of my career, and I’m proud to have achieved it as part of the incredible team at BCI. This journey demanded long hours, intense focus and a deep personal commitment to mastering the material, but I was never alone. BCI has built a culture rooted in family and shared success, with a depth of talent that constantly pushes you to grow and excel. I was surrounded by teammates who believed in me, encouraged me, and exemplified the standard of excellence we strive for every day. I’m grateful to be part of an organization that invests in its people and celebrates their achievements. This FCX/NSE8 accomplishment represents not just personal growth, but the continued growth of BCI and the powerful impact we make together.”
Engineering Culture Drives Cybersecurity Excellence
BCI continues to grow its status as a top cybersecurity partner for Fortinet. The company has achieved this through its engineer-centric culture. BCI has focused on training, certification, and ongoing skill development for its cybersecurity professionals. Additionally, BCI remains the only partner in North America to have achieved all eight specializations offered by Fortinet. This has been a result of the company’s commitment to the ecosystem and advanced network security solutions offered by Fortinet. In addition, BCI has recently improved its cybersecurity capabilities following the strategic acquisition of Trustlink Technologies. This has also brought new engineering skills into the organization.
Therefore, BCI is continuing to expand its national footprint while at the same time increasing its team of advanced cybersecurity engineers. Adam Linz has further reinforced BCI’s leadership in delivering enterprise cybersecurity solutions with his recent achievement of the Fortinet Certified Expert (FCX/NSE8) certification. Many organizations today seek experienced companies that can help them fight various cyber attacks, network security threats, and enterprise data breaches. This has further reinforced BCI’s team of certified Fortinet experts in delivering advanced cyber defense solutions.
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Source: Businesswire