Evolve Security Academy

Evolve Security Academy is worth every penny. I needed a career change and had some familiarity with computers but nowhere close to the level required for even an entry level IT job. Andrew saw the passion I had and I started Evolve Security Academy online... Read More a short time after. The remote bootcamp felt just like I was in a class. We had the opportunity to work in large groups, small groups, and one on one with instructors if we needed the extra help. We weren't just watching videos or listening to lectures, it was hands on learning the tools needed to succeed in the industry. Evolve Security Academy goes beyond that because starting a career in any industry takes more than knowing the tools. Evolve Security Academy helped us with resume building, crafting our LinkedIn page, and networking with others already in the industry. I can't say enough good things about Evolve, from the leadership, instructors, assistants, and even other alum. My current and future success is because of Evolve. If you are thinking of a career change to information security, I highly recommend it because there are endless opportunities. This is an investment for your future and if you are looking for a great school with great leadership, instructors, and support (during and after the bootcamp), Evolve Security Academy is the best choice.

I appreciate the hands on aspect and the instruction was very good. I would have liked to been assigned a mentor and perform the site survey at a time good for the class. I am currently studying for the Security Cert Exam and would like to do more practical... Read More training/exercises.

This experience allowed me to understand self-motivation and how to survive in the industry. The only con I can think of is not keeping up can have you playing catch-up. This bootcamp covers almost every sect of possible cyber security jobs. When you... Read More find a certain module you get interested in, it is valuable to dive deeper in your own time.

I took this bootcamp back in spring 2018. It was amazing. There was so much material to learn. I don't think anyone could learn all this material all on their own. The instructors were top notch and to this day I keep in touch with them. I don't regret... Read More ever doing this bootcamp.

I graduated as part of Evolve Security Academy's Winter 2019 In-Person cohort. I've never attended a Cybersecurity bootcamp but I have been doing IT for 10+ years. It was a pleasure learning and working with the other students, and although my background... Read More gave me a big advantage the environment never felt competitive or cut-throat. We were all there to learn and explore the field of cybersec/infosec. Meeting other individuals from different backgrounds and industries was also very refreshing. It was also the first time I used the GI Bill to cover tuition and the administrative staff was very helpful every step of the way.

The instructors were wonderful. They are industry professionals doing active cybersecurity work in the daytime and come to teach in the evenings. I thought it was great having an actual team of instructors teaching throughout the entirety of the bootcamp rather than just having a single instrcutor the entire time. They each shared their unique backgrounds, methods, and experiences that brought great insight to the diversity of the field.

Now I realize that there are other methods to learning about Cybersecurity aside from attending a bootcamp. I chose to enroll in the in-person cohort becuase I felt a sense of commitment after having gone through the enrollment process with ESA and the VA for tuition. I did it for the dedicated learning environment and the in-person professional networking which I thought was a great value.

Now being in the field of IT, things can change and develop rapidly. With that in mind I think the curriculum was curated as an introduction to scratch the surface of the many specialties in the field. We covered topics from Scripting, Networking, Pen-testing, and Cryptography amongst others. The labs we completed simulated real world situations. It was a lot to take in and can be very daunting to someone with no technology background but the instructors did their very best to ensure the students understood the subject matter. You can't teach everything in 16 weeks, but I think they did a wonderful job teaching us the fundamental methodologies to become a successful cybersecurity professional.

Although I was not seeking employment during my time, I believe the time spent on career preparation really brought great value. I really wish I had something like that prior to entering the field. The instructors and career prep coach each brought their personal insight to to the job seeking process. Evolve also organizes frequent webinars and in-person meetups. These sorts of events are a great way to introduce and welcome outside individuals to the local cybersec community and offer the opportunity to network with other industry professionals.

If anyone is looking to explore and dive into the field of cybersecurity, I would gladly recommend Evolve. It was an phenomenal 16 weeks and your relationship with ESA stays with you. The experience really is career changing.

My experience at Evolve Security Academy was transformative. During the course, I developed a deep passion for cyber security by going through hands-on lab assignments with awesome instructors, in a close-knit cohort environment, while getting an opportunity... Read More to experiment with many different security domains. Since my time at ESA, I continue to receive support from the instructors, program leaders, and fellow alumni. The relationships built, passion developed, and experiences along the way have truly changed the trajectory of my career path!

I attended Evolve Security's in-person cybersecurity academy in the summer of 2019. This 16 week long course was instrumental in shaping my future career path, and teaching me the industry of cybersecurity. Prior to attending the academy, I had zero knowledge... Read More of the cyber world, and felt unsure if I was fit to participate in the academy. Yet the instructors helped quickly get me up-to-speed during the first few weeks, and were extremely helpful during the entirety of the course. From learning Python, using Splunk, to running vulnerability scans with Burp Suite, I was able to get a comprehensive understanding of relevant tools and how to use them. Perhaps my favorite part of the bootcamp was the hands-on, real-world experience gained by working alongside a local non-profit organization to perform a full security assessment. Would highly recommend for anyone interested in going into a career in InfoSec.

I attended the cyber security boot camp fall session at Evolve Security. I never attended a boot camp before so I didn't know what to expect. Coming from the legal field with little technology skills I can honestly say I was a little intimidated. the... Read More intimidation went away on the first day. The staff and professors were awesome!! They understood most of their students work full time jobs, new to the cyber security field, and nervous lol. The Evolve Cyber Security experience was GREAT! I learned so much information and the hands on training was like non other. You work with real companies while attending the boot camp. The labs, training, quizzes, and 24 hr help..... Evolve has the perfect ingredients to help you launch your career in the cyber Field.

Pros: Flexibility, real life situations, small class, free vouchers for certifications, job placement help, free training material, webinars/meetups.
Cons: only 1 professor in class. I think 2 professors will compliment the classroom.

Evolve gave me the technical skills needed to thrive in a very technically-driven industry. They boast a strong community of professionals who are eager and willing to mentor! I found each of the modules very relevant to my work even now in my graduate... Read More program. If you want to break in to the industry, this is the way to go! Highly recommended.

I attended Evolve Security's in-person cybersecurity academy in the summer of 2019. This 16 week long course was instrumental in shaping my future career path, and teaching me the industry of cybersecurity. Prior to attending the academy, I had zero knowledge... Read More of the cyber world, and felt unsure if I was fit to participate in the academy. Yet the instructors helped quickly get me up-to-speed during the first few weeks, and were extremely helpful during the entirety of the course. From learning Python, using Splunk, to running vulnerability scans with Burp Suite, I was able to get a comprehensive understanding of relevant tools and how to use them. Perhaps my favorite part of the bootcamp was the hands-on, real-world experience gained by working alongside a local non-profit organization to perform a full security assessment. Would highly recommend for anyone interested in going into a career in InfoSec.