SoloSecure — The First Cybersecurity Certification for Freelancers Launches

TORONTO - Sept. 23, 2025 - PRLog -- Cybersnap, an award-winning leader in cybersecurity education, and BriteStart, a leading platform empowering independent professionals, have announced the launch of SoloSecure — the first-ever cybersecurity awareness certification tailored for solopreneurs, freelancers, and independent professionals.  Launching ahead of Cybersecurity Awareness Month, the certification aims to provide practical human-centric learning while addressing the increasing advancements of AI and other technologies being used by cybercriminals.

The program responds to an urgent gap in the market: freelancers now make up more than 46.7% of the global workforce and 36% of the U.S. workforce, contributing over $1.4 trillion annually to the US economy. Yet they are increasingly being exploited as weak links in supply chain cyberattacks, with 41% of U.S. small businesses experiencing at least one cyberattack in the past year.

Developed by Cybersnap in close partnership with BriteStart, SoloSecure combines Cybersnap's deep cybersecurity expertise with BriteStart's community reach and trusted platform for independent workers. This collaboration answers the critical market need of equipping freelancers with the practical cyber defenses essential for today's elevated threat landscape.

"Freelancers and solopreneurs have become indispensable to every business ecosystem, yet they remain dangerously exposed as vulnerable entry points for cyberattacks," said Gregory Dharma LePard, co-founder of Cybersnap and a globally recognized cybersecurity thought leader and bestselling author on AI, cybersecurity, and remote work safety. "SoloSecure delivers proven, practical training combined with a prestigious certification, empowering freelancers to protect themselves and the clients who depend on them."

Jamie Read, founder and CEO of BriteStart, added, "Cybersecurity is no longer optional for independents, it's fundamental to their survival and credibility. By delivering SoloSecure through BriteStart's network and community, we're helping freelancers build resilience and meet the rising expectations of companies relying on their expertise."

Freelancers are increasingly becoming targeted nodes in supply chain cyberattacks, threatening not only their own businesses but also the operational integrity and reputation of their clients. Studies reveal that 60% of freelancers impacted by data breaches go out of business within six months, while corporate losses from related supply chain attacks can reach millions of dollars. As cybersecurity budgets continue to grow by about 8% per year, certification training can be a low-cost investment that protects both the independent freelancer and the larger business.

SoloSecure delivers:

• Live, expert-led training sessions tailored to freelance workflows and the unique challenges facing independent workers.
• Cutting-edge defense strategies against phishing, social engineering, and emerging AI-related threats.
• Comprehensive instruction on safeguarding home networks.
• A verifiable digital certification and badge.

SoloSecure is hosting its first training session on September 25. For more information or to enroll, visit https://britestart-community.circle.so/solosecure or contact us at media@cybersnap.ca.