The Sophos Partner Program has entered a new era of transparency and growth.
With the launch of the Certification Points System and the new Certification Dashboard, it’s easier than ever to see where your team stands and what’s next.
Your partner tier now reflects your team’s overall expertise — measured through certification points across sales and technical roles. The dashboard brings it all together, showing your points, tier, and progress in one clear view.
It’s a smarter, simpler way to track progress and grow your partnership with Sophos.
Certification: The Foundation of Partner Growth
At Sophos, we want certification to be about enabling growth. It demonstrates a commitment to staying ahead in an evolving threat landscape, ensuring customers receive the highest level of expertise and service.
The new points-based model elevates this further. It rewards both technical mastery and sales excellence, recognizing the entire spectrum of partner capabilities. Whether your team focuses on Engineer, Architect, Technician, or Sales certifications, every credential contributes to your success. The more comprehensive your team’s skill set, the stronger your standing in the Sophos Partner Program.
For details, check the Sophos Partner Program Guide and explore certifications.
Seamless Transition: Automatic Conversion of Your Existing Certifications
We know your expertise is hard-earned so we’ve made sure that effort carries forward. When the new system launched, all current, active certifications are automatically converted into certification points.
This automatic conversion ensures continuity and fairness while saving valuable time. Your team’s investment in skills continues to pay dividends, instantly reflect in your program status and helping you advance faster under the new structure.
Clarity and Control with the New Certification Dashboard
The next evolution in partner enablement is visibility — and the new Certification Dashboard delivers just that.
Now live in the Sophos Partner Portal, the dashboard provides a clear, real-time view of your total points, current tier, and progress toward the next level. You can instantly see which certifications are contributing most, where your team’s strengths lie, and which upcoming trainings could have the biggest impact on your advancement.
It’s a smarter, data-driven way to plan your certification strategy and stay ahead of compliance milestones. Log into the Sophos Partner Portal to view your compliance dashboard today.
Early Success: More than 800 Partners Promoted to Silver
The response to the launch has been incredible. Already, more than 800 Authorized Partners have advanced to the Silver tier, reflecting how accessible and growth-oriented this new model is.
This achievement underscores what makes our partner ecosystem exceptional: a shared commitment to continuous learning and customer excellence. It’s proof that when our partners grow, we all succeed.
Looking Ahead: What You Should Do Now
To make the most of the new certification points system and stay compliant, here’s what we need you to do next:
- Log in to the Sophos Partner Portal and open your Certification Dashboard to review your current point total and tier status.
- Identify any certifications nearing expiration and schedule renewals immediately. Maintaining active certifications ensures you retain your points and tier position.
- Complete additional training and certifications to boost your point total and move toward your next program level.
- Mark your calendar for the next compliance audit — March 31, 2026. All certifications must be valid by that date to count toward your standing.
- Showcase your achievements. Download the How-to Guide from the Partner Portal and share your certification badges on LinkedIn, X, and other social platforms to highlight your expertise and credibility.
- Reach out to your Channel Account Manager or Partner Care team if you have questions or need guidance — they’re here to help you succeed.
Your expertise powers our success. Stay certified, keep learning, and continue climbing through the program tiers to get the most from your Sophos partnership.
