It’s official, KubeNet has been recognised on one of the biggest stages in Scottish tech! We are thrilled to share that Cieran Smith has been named Digital Tech Rising Star at the ScotlandIS Digital Technology Awards 2025. This prestigious award highlights the brightest emerging talent in the industry, and Cieran’s journey is a perfect example of what hard work, dedication, and the right opportunities can achieve.
From First-Line Support to Award-Winning Cyber Security Expert
Cieran’s career growth at KubeNet has been nothing short of impressive. Starting as 1st Line Support Engineer, he has worked his way up to Cyber Security & Infrastructure Engineer, while studying for a Cyber Security degree as a Graduate Apprentice. His commitment to learning and developing his expertise in cyber resilience has made him an invaluable part of our team, and now, it is being recognised on the big stage.
A Week of Cyber Success
Winning this award is just one of the highlights of an incredible week for Cieran. Before stepping onto the awards stage, he delivered a Cyber Resilience workshop at UWS Lanarkshire, sharing his expertise with business leaders and demonstrating the importance of robust cyber security strategies. This hands-on approach is a core part of what we do at KubeNet, helping organisations strengthen their cyber resilience through education and cutting-edge solutions.
KubeNet Recognised Among Scotland’s Top MSPs ScotlandIS Digital Technology Awards 2025
On the night, KubeNet was also a finalist for Outstanding MSP, a category that recognises the best Managed Service Providers in Scotland. While the award went elsewhere, being named as one of the top three MSPs is an incredible achievement that reflects the hard-work of our entire team. Our expertise in cyber security, IT infrastructure, and managed services continues to make an impact, and we are proud to be recognised alongside the best in the industry.
Investing in People, Investing in the Future
At KubeNet, we believe in developing talent from within, and Cieran’s success is a perfect example of that. This award is more than just a personal win, it highlights the career growth opportunities available in the tech industry and at KubeNet. Whether it is through apprenticeships, professional development, or hands-on experience, we are committed to helping our people thrive.
Looking Ahead
This recognition motivates us to keep pushing forward, delivering the best Managed IT Services, Connectivity, Cloud, Voice, Cyber and Consultancy solutions to businesses across Scotland and beyond. If you are looking for an IT partner that invests in expertise, innovation, and customer success, KubeNet is here to help.
Check out some of the highlights from the ScotlandIS Digital Tech Awards 2025 and our Cyber Resilience workshop below!
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