PT Telkom Indonesia (Persero) Tbk (Telkom) has collaborated with IBM Indonesia and F5 Networks to strengthen strategic competencies in artificial intelligence (AI) and cybersecurity among Indonesia’s youth.

This initiative was part of the Digistar Class Intern program and included a Special Class session that reached over 380 participants.

The program reflects Telkom’s commitment to developing adaptive and innovative young talent while reinforcing its position as a company focused on digital human capital development as a national strategic asset.

Over 380 Young Professionals Join Strategic Digital Talent Program

More than 380 Digistar Class Intern participants and DigiClub members attended two virtual sessions: “Secure The Future: Cybersecurity Essentials for Young Professionals” and “The Hot Future Skill: Shaping Tomorrow’s Workforce”.

According to Iwan Setiawan, VP Human Capital Culture & Industrial Relations at Telkom, “We’re seeing increasing demand for talent in AI and Cyber Security across various industries, from finance to telecommunications to government. That’s why Telkom aims to provide training that is relevant and applicable to shape digital talent ready to enter the industry.”

This step supports Telkom’s strategy to advance national digital transformation by strengthening digital competencies among the younger generation.

The program also aligns with Telkom’s three core business pillars: Digital Connectivity, Digital Platform, and Digital Services.

Industry Experts Highlight Critical AI and Cybersecurity Challenges

In the “Secure The Future” session, Doddy Widanto, Senior Solution Engineer at F5 Networks, delivered material on critical cybersecurity topics, including the global cyber threat landscape and the importance of comprehensive security approaches.

He emphasized the need for organizations to implement integrated application and API protection using advanced technologies such as Web Application Firewall (WAF) and WAAP, supported by real-world case studies.

In the “The Hot Future Skill” session, Ryan Renaldy, Business Development Executive, Strategic Business Divisions at IBM Indonesia, explained developments in AI and its transformative potential across sectors.

“AI will become a main driver of cross-sector transformation,” Ryan said. “Always be curious and never stop learning from anyone”.

Real-World Use Cases and Practical AI Platform Demonstrations

IBM introduced AI platforms such as IBM Watson and Cloud Pak for Data, which allow organizations to automate processes, analyze big data, and build intelligent solutions based on machine learning.

Participants were given direct access to interactive demos and guided exploration of these platforms, providing practical and applicable learning experiences.

The relevance of these sessions is underscored by the increasing sophistication of global cyberattacks, including the use of AI for phishing and data infrastructure breaches.

Global Demand for AI and Cybersecurity Talent on the Rise

The growing demand for digital talent in AI and Cybersecurity was highlighted through global labor trends. The World Economic Forum 2024 ranks AI Specialist and Cyber Security Analyst among the ten fastest-growing professions in the world.

Through the Digistar Class Intern, Telkom aims to prepare young Indonesians who are not only technically capable but also aware of the importance of digital security, contributing to the development of a secure and innovative digital ecosystem.

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This article was created with AI assistance.