Security training in Nepal is centered on private institutes and bootcamps that heavily favor offensive hacking skills. The curriculum is often designed to be exciting, teaching students how to use attack tools like Metasploit. While this attracts students, it leaves a significant gap in defensive knowledge. There are many people who know how to break into a system, but far fewer who know how to properly configure and protect an enterprise network.

The future of global training is in hyper-realistic simulation. Leading organizations are moving away from classroom theory and using “Cyber Ranges.” These are massive virtual replicas of a company’s actual network, complete with simulated user traffic and noise. Teams train in these environments by fighting off live, AI-simulated attacks, which builds real-world experience without the risk.

Training is also becoming gamified and continuous. Instead of long, infrequent courses, employees engage in quick, frequent micro-drills. For example, an employee might face a simulated phishing attempt during their workday. If they fail, they are immediately given a short training tip. This method builds muscle memory and keeps security awareness sharp year-round, which is far more effective than a yearly lecture.