Cybersecurity Bootcamp Powered by ThriveDX

Kick off your cybersecurity education with this 4-week Introductory Course. Learn networking basics, understand security on Linux and Microsoft platforms, and explore offensive security strategies .At the end of the course, you take a summary exam to assess your skills and determine if the cybersecurity field is right for you.

The Fundamentals Phase covers essential cybersecurity principles, including network basics and their functions, Microsoft’s infrastructure, and Linux operating system management. You’ll leave this phase with a solid foundation to help you advance in the world of cybersecurity.

This course teaches you how to secure Microsoft Windows environments with tools like Microsoft Defender and BitLocker. You’ll also master system administration practices that help you maintain network security and operational stability.

Course Highlights:

• Gain insights into Microsoft infrastructure and its security mechanisms.
• Master techniques to protect accounts and network environments.
• Learn to use automation for improving security and operational efficiency.
• Understand how Active Directory helps manage network permissions.
• Acquire hands-on skills for configuring and securing Microsoft networks.

Gain a comprehensive understanding of computer networks, learning how to configure devices, manage security, and troubleshoot common issues. This course includes hands-on activities that strengthen your ability to optimize and secure network architectures.

Course Highlights:

• Offers practical skills in network setup and management.
• Emphasizes troubleshooting and securing networks.
• Provides in-depth knowledge of network protocols and security frameworks.

Information covered in this course helps prepare learners to begin studying for the following certifications:* CompTIA®  Network+, ISC2 Certified in Cybersecurity℠

This course covers the essentials of securing infrastructure, including Linux management, cloud computing, and Python programming. You’ll also learn how to monitor threats, analyze vulnerabilities, and implement remediation techniques to secure systems.

Course Highlights:

• Manage and secure Linux systems and cloud environments.
• Gain practical Python programming skills for security applications.
• Understand cloud computing and create AWS instances.
• Monitor and analyze security threats and respond with remediation techniques.
• Learn about DevSecOps and how it integrates security into development.

Information covered in this course helps prepare learners to begin studying for the following certification:* AWS Cloud Practitioner

The Infrastructure Phase provides you with the knowledge and hands-on experience to create and sustain secure infrastructures and technologies. You’ll gain practical skills in applying critical security measures, as well as an understanding of a hacker’s perspective, to safeguard organizational systems.

In this course, you’ll explore wired and wireless network security vulnerabilities and learn how to build access controls and secure network architectures. You’ll also focus on protecting data and devices through encryption and monitoring strategies.

Course Highlights:

• Understand the key vulnerabilities in wired and wireless networks.
• Learn network monitoring techniques that ensure ongoing security.
• Develop access control strategies to secure both data and devices.
• Explore encryption techniques to protect privacy within network systems.
• Gain hands-on experience in designing and implementing secure networks.

Information covered in this course helps prepare learners to begin studying for the following certifications:* CompTIA® Network+, Cisco Certified CyberOps Associate

This course provides hands-on training in securing endpoint devices and protecting digital assets from data loss. You’ll explore how to safeguard IoT systems and industrial networks while learning advanced techniques for designing secure infrastructures.

Course Highlights:

• Learn to protect endpoint devices and prevent cyberattacks.
• Master the techniques for data loss prevention and security.
• Understand the security requirements for IoT devices and industrial systems.
• Develop skills in tracking and managing network configurations.
• Gain experience with the latest cybersecurity tools and methods.

Information covered in this course helps prepare learners to begin studying for the following certifications:* CompTIA®  Security+, CompTIA®  CySA+, ISC2 CISSP

This course covers ethical hacking and social engineering techniques used by attackers. You’ll learn to recognize these tactics and use ethical hacking to protect and secure systems against potential threats.

Course Highlights:

• Discover how hackers use social engineering to manipulate systems.
• Learn ethical hacking strategies to defend against various cyberattacks.
• Understand the role of reconnaissance and penetration testing in security.
• Explore advanced techniques to report and remediate vulnerabilities.
• Gain practical skills in ethical hacking and security enhancement.

Information covered in this course helps prepare learners to begin studying for the following certifications:* CompTIA®  CySA+, PenTest+

The Advanced Phase equips you with the knowledge and tools to respond to attacks and secure systems against future threats using digital forensics and post-attack response tools.

This course teaches you the skills needed to respond to security incidents using digital forensics. You’ll learn how to gather evidence, recover data, and investigate attacks to help prevent future cyber threats.

Course Highlights:

• Learn to use digital forensic tools for investigating cyberattacks.
• Develop skills in gathering and analyzing digital evidence.
• Master techniques for recovering compromised data.
• Understand how to respond to and document security breaches.
• Gain experience in preparing forensic reports for cybersecurity incidents.

Information covered in this course helps prepare learners to begin studying for the following certifications:* CompTIA® Security+, CompTIA® CySA+, and ISC2 SSCP

This course teaches you how to safeguard an organization’s infrastructure through threat hunting and intelligence gathering. You’ll learn how to detect vulnerabilities, gather intelligence, and create effective response strategies for mitigating cyber risks.

Course Highlights:

• Identify and respond to vulnerabilities in network infrastructures.
• Develop skills in threat hunting and intelligence gathering.
• Learn how to analyze and respond to real-time cybersecurity threats.
• Build skills in creating effective threat response plans.
• Gain hands-on experience in monitoring and securing systems.

Information covered in this course helps prepare learners to begin studying for the following certifications:* CompTIA® Security+, CompTIA® CySA+, ISC2 SSCP, ISC2 CISSP

Get ready for the CompTIA® Security+ exam with this 8-week prep course, designed to help you master the practical skills required for the certification. This course will guide you through the material needed to succeed in the exam and the field of cybersecurity.

Course Highlights:

• Demonstrates the necessary foundational knowledge for most cybersecurity roles.
• The only certification at this level focused on practical, real-world cybersecurity skills.
• Globally recognized as a benchmark for entry-level cybersecurity professionals.

The AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner exam is designed for individuals who possess foundational knowledge of the AWS Cloud platform, including its infrastructure and systems. Security and compliance in AWS Cloud environments are critical aspects tested in this certification. The Cybersecurity Bootcamp includes complimentary access to the AWS Academy curriculum and a discounted voucher for the AWS Certification exam.* Program materials help provide a real-world understanding of AWS Cloud practices so learners can pursue AWS Cloud Certification to work in entry-level roles.

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As data breaches and ransomware attacks become more prevalent, IT professionals are increasingly seeking the Certified Information Security Manager® (CISM®) certification. With CISM, professionals learn to assess risks, implement effective governance practices, and respond proactively to security incidents.

The Cybersecurity Bootcamp prepares learners for the CertNexus® CyberSec First Responder® (CFR) certification, which focuses on critical incident response and threat mitigation. Upon completing the program, learners can receive a 20% discount on CertNexus® certification exams and preparation materials.*

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The Cisco Certified CyberOps Associate certification is ideal for those looking to build a foundational understanding of Security Operations Center (SOC) functions. It teaches learners how SOC teams detect and respond to security incidents, making it an excellent starting point for aspiring cybersecurity professionals.

CompTIA® CySA+ focuses on applying behavioral analytics to networks, offering more advanced content compared to the CompTIA® Security+ exam. It tests cybersecurity skills with an emphasis on software and application security, as well as automation, threat hunting, and IT compliance.

The CompTIA® Network+ certification exam tests a learner’s knowledge of configuring, managing, and troubleshooting network devices. It also assesses a cybersecurity professional’s understanding of emerging technologies like mobile, cloud, communication, and virtualization systems.

The GIAC Incident Handler (GCIH) certification validates a professional’s skills in detecting, responding to, and managing computer security incidents. GCIH holders are equipped with the knowledge to understand attack techniques, vectors, and tools, enabling them to defend against and resolve security incidents effectively.

The GIAC Security Essentials (GSEC) certification demonstrates a practitioner’s in-depth knowledge of information security beyond basic concepts. GSEC holders are recognized for their ability to take on hands-on IT security roles and perform key security tasks.

After gaining at least one year of experience, learners can take the ISC2 SSCP – Systems Security Certified Practitioner exam.* This certification validates hands-on knowledge and practical experience in cybersecurity, confirming that professionals can implement, monitor, and manage IT infrastructure based on industry best practices, policies, and procedures.

*Requires a minimum of one year of cumulative work experience in one or more of the seven domains of the SSCP Common Body of Knowledge (CBK) in order to be certified.

The LPI Linux Essentials exam allows learners to demonstrate their understanding of the Linux operating system and various open-source applications. This certification assesses proficiency in managing users and groups, using the Linux command line, configuring basic networks, and handling system permissions and security, as well as overall Linux administration.