Program Overview

Online Cybersecurity Boot Camp

The Online Cybersecurity Boot Camp is a comprehensive six-month program designed to equip students with the skills and credentials required to enter the cybersecurity workforce. The program is structured for self-paced learning, with five one-hour coaching sessions with a mentor, practical exercises, and real-life examples.

Course Objectives

The course objectives include:

• Mastering the concepts of popular communication protocols, the configuration of routers/switches, and TCP/IP implementation
• Learning data security and auditing fundamentals while identifying, evaluating, and mitigating risk
• Discovering how malicious hackers attack systems and learning the tactics needed to thwart online attacks
• Understanding how disparate components connect to form complex networks
• Exploring the role played by cybersecurity analysts and learning the skills required
• Preparing to pass the CompTIA Security+ certification exam

Prerequisites and Certification Requirements

Basic knowledge of IT hardware and software is recommended but not necessary. Students will need to dedicate 15-25 hours a week to master the course material.

Instructor

The instructor, William Clark, has extensive experience in the professional and education industry. He holds numerous cybersecurity certifications and is a CompTIA Certified Technical Trainer.

Course Structure

The course is 100% online and includes:

• Interactive video lessons
• Labs for real-world practice
• Discussion boards to engage with peers
• Live one-on-one coaching sessions with an industry expert instructor
• Practical exercises to teach students the concepts of different fundamentals
• Hands-on labs to gain practical application and real-life experience
• Multiple graded projects and a capstone project to further help students gain real-life experience

Job Outlook for Cybersecurity Professionals

The global market for cybersecurity professionals is expected to grow from $217 million in 2021 to $345 million in 2026. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the median yearly salary for information security analysts was $123,360 in 2023, with this profession expected to grow 32% by 2032.

Cybersecurity Boot Camp FAQs

• What is Cybersecurity?: Cybersecurity is the practice of protecting sensitive information by defending computers, mobile devices, servers, networks, electronic systems, and data from digital attacks.
• Are Cybersecurity Boot Camps Worth It?: A cybersecurity boot camp is a great way to break into the industry and get a foot in the door, especially if you do not want to return to school for a 4-year degree at this time.
• How Will the Training Sessions Be Conducted?: Learning is entirely online and self-paced to suit your schedule.
• How Many Coaching Sessions Will There Be?: You will have about five coaching sessions with an industry expert instructor.
• Will There Be Any Hands-On Labs During the Course?: Yes, the Cybersecurity Boot Camp includes practical exercises and hands-on labs to teach students the concepts of different fundamentals.
• Does This Course Prepare Me for a Cybersecurity Certification?: Yes, this cybersecurity boot camp will prepare you to take the CompTIA Security+ certification exam.
• Will There Be Any Projects During This Course?: Yes, the students will be required to complete multiple projects based on topics they have been studying.
• What If I Don't Have Enough Time to Complete the Course Within the Time Frame Provided?: If you are unable to complete the course, you can contact your student advisor to help you work out a suitable completion date.
• What Kind of Support Will I Receive?: The course instructor will be available by email to answer any questions you may have and provide feedback on your performance.