WHAT DO CYBER SECURITY PROFESSIONALS DO?
The world of cyber security includes a whole range of specializations. Here are a few of them.
SECURITY ANALYST
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Security analysts monitor, prevent and stop attacks on private data. In this role, you can expect to spend your days designing and implementing firewalls and other digital security software systems to protect data and network systems across an organization.
INCIDENT RESPONDER/
HANDLER
Incident Responders/Handlers are responsible for identifying, analyzing, and mitigating security breaches or incidents. They work to minimize damage to a organization's systems and data by investigating the cause and scope of an incident, as well as implementing measures to prevent future attacks.
SECURITY RESEARCHER
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Security researchers hold one of the most essential roles in cyber security. They design security protocols and study the evolution of unique malware strains that allow other cyber security professionals to monitor and detect vulnerablilities in their networks.
CHOOSE YOUR PATH TO A NEW CAREER FULL OF OPPORTUNITIES
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12-WEEK
BOOTCAMP
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5 LECTURES
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~50 HRS
STUDY TIME
PER WEEK
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Whether you take the 12-Week Cyber Security Bootcamp or 30-Week Cyber Security Flex Program, you’ll graduate with a diploma and get the fundamental knowledge, real-world experience, and critical soft skills you need to launch a rewarding career as a cyber security professional. You’ll dive into modules on server administration, network security, threat modelling and analysis, incident response, and much more. Throughout your studies, you’ll also have access to on-demand mentorship from industry experts in addition to the full-support of our Student Success Coordinators and Career Services team.
Fully Funded Programs
Your education with Soldiers In Tech is
100% covered by THE Roland Gossage Foundation.
Let us help you get into a new career and future.
12-Week Bootcamp Start Dates
April 29, 2024 - July 19, 2024
May 27, 2024 - August 16, 2024
June 24, 2024 - September 13, 2024
30-Week Flex Start Dates:
April 15, 2024 - November 08, 2024
May 13, 2024 - December 06, 2024
June 10, 2024 - January 10, 2025
Updated curriculum available as of May 29th, 2023
Lecture Schedules for Flex*
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• Tuesday and Thursday 20:00 ET - 22:00 ET/ 17:00 PT - 19:00 PT
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RE-Skilling Bootcamps have a value of $14,000 CAN
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* The start dates listed above that represent the first day of classes do not include the time needed to complete Prep Module.
What you will learn
Network Security
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The fundamentals of network and application security are some of the most important tools in your cyber security skillset. You’ll learn to recognize, intercept, and block malicious actors from infiltrating an organization’s secure networks.
Incident Response
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Detect and analyze incidents as they happen by looking at modern exploitation techniques. You’ll practice incident reporting, study response methodologies, and combine these skills to develop protection plans.
Forensics
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Discover the what, where, and when of a cyber attack. Complete a post-attack autopsy as you identify, investigate, and recover digital evidence to defend against future attacks.
Threat Defence Operations
Explore and learn how to communicate the relevance of MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Lockheed Martin Cyber Kill Chain and dwell times to a business audience.
Encryption
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Defend against brute-force and cyber attacks, like malware and ransomeware, with encryption. You’ll learn how to research, compare, assess, and choose encryption tools and protocols.
Coding
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Learn the basics of programming. You’ll create and maintain batch and BASH files, and learn how to write basic Python scripts for cyber security-specific scenarios.
Threat Detection Engineering
Learn about the important role of critical security controls and the technologies required to build effective cyber defences and a mature security posture.
Blue Team
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Build an effective blue team, an optimized organizational chart, and a functional security operations centre (SOC) to organize and monitor the security of an organization.
IS CYBER BOOTCAMP FOR YOU?
Cyber Bootcamp is an excellent fit for non-technical people as well as those with some security or digital experience, including recent graduates and those looking for a career pivot. Successful applicants thrive on problem-solving, collaboration and attention to detail. Graduates will be qualified for entry-level roles including: Cybersecurity Specialist/Technician, Cybersecurity Incident Analyst/Responder. Cybersecurity Analyst.
BEGINNER
You have no prior computing experience, but you’re comfortable online and keen to learn the new skills you’ll need to start your cybersecurity career.
INTERMEDIATE
You’re experienced with web applications and want to build on your programming experience to open up new job opportunities in this dynamic field.
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EXITING Military
You’re transitioning from the military to your next career chapter, and looking for a new way to apply your valuable training and security experience.
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Military Spouse
Spouse of a veteran, reservist or active duty. You are looking for a new career or challenge.
No previous coding education or experience is required to attend Soldiers In Tech
CAREER SERVICES
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ADMISSIONS PROCESS
Our students put their trust in us, so we hold ourselves to the highest standards to ensure that everyone coming into our program is set up for success.
Apply online
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A short 5-10 minute application for you to introduce yourself, including your education, previous experience, and your superpower. You know, the important details that help us get to know you. New cohorts fill up on a rolling basis, so make sure to submit your application as soon as possible!
Interview
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Our admissions team will get in touch (quickly!) after reviewing your application and invite you for an interview. During the interview, we'll discuss your background and post-bootcamp goals so we can get to know you better. This is also your opportunity to ask any questions you might have. The interview is a chance for both of us to assess if this program is a fit for you.
Logic and Technical Assessments
After the group interview, successful candidates will receive study materials to prepare for our logic and technical assessments. You do not need to have prior experience in cybersecurity, coding or other tech fields to perform well on these tests, and we will provide you with all the resources you need to successfully complete them! These are both multiple-choice and done online on your own time within a 2-week period of your group interview. Once these assessments are complete, students can be accepted into the program.
Prep Modules
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The 10-40 hours you'll spend on the Prep Modules will introduce the basic technologies you'll use throughout Bootcamp. You're required to complete the Prep Modules in the weeks leading up to your first day on campus. Ask admissions for more information.