Evolve Security Academy

Pros: -The bootcamp gave me a trajectory to follow in terms of where to look for knowledge. -I was given hands on experience with multiple tools used in the field. -I was able to make connections in the cyber field. -I was able to become very good friends... Read More with my group and collaborate on projects outside of school. -The bootcamp gives a voucher for the CompTIA security+ exam. Cons: -Constantly going through lead instructors. -The lead instructor when I left taught nothing and relied on the assistant instructors to teach. -I believe the cohort is incredibly overpriced for what you get. -I was lucky to get an AI who was not condescending, not every group gets one.

My experience with Evolve will never be forgotten! Personally I did not have any type of an IT background and this bootcamp had everything I needed to start my journey. The lectures and labs were easy to digest, but also became increasingly more difficult... Read More as the course continued. Purposefully done so that the instructors can see how you handle challenges as well as guide you in the correct direction, this also was helpful in creating your own personal methodology for certain tasks. Instructors were ALWAYS available and would actually take the time to guide you through things that may not "click" initially. If your lucky enough to have a instructor like my group did, they may even stay on after class to do further challenges with you (TryHackMe/HackTheBox)! Just like anything else, you will get out of the course what you put in! Plenty to learn on your own but the real fun of this bootcamp was the opportunity to network/learn with all the instructors and students. The cohort itself is pretty large but you are split into smaller groups were you will spend majority of your time. This is were participation is key, luckily I was in a group that was very active and many of us are now friends outside of the camp with plans to meet at DEFCON. The cybersecurity learning path can be a journey that you do on your own, but having a group like the Evolve Security network behind you makes things way more engaging and just overall FUN!

Awesome Experience. I can confidently say all of the professors were amazing and the network alone was worth the cost of admission. Python section and Career Coaching could be built out a little more. Coming from someone who is not in the IT space, I... Read More believe this Bootcamp is very much what you make of it. You can "sit in the back of the class," going at your own pace, or you can actively participate in conversations, share your screen in labs, and receive valuable live feedback. It's a little nerve-wracking at first, but trust me, you'll get the most out of this course if you participate and share as much as possible. This translates to the interview process. The more you get out of your confort zone and have interviews you feel like you're completely not prepared for, the faster you grow. Overall, this course was expensive but worth the money.

Great course, very hands on experience from the instructors and the group teaching assistants. I liked how each different subject matter had different instructors, made it really nice to have various different perspectives and teaching styles presented.... Read More I did not meet one person from the Evolve Academy that was not willing to help and point me in the right direction. I did a lot of research on different bootcamp style courses similar to Evolve Academy, and the Monday through Thursday schedule is very advantageous for taking small learning steps instead of being in class for 3-4 hours at a time. I will say the course is very Pen Testing informative, I think I got more than my money's worth on that subject matter. Evolve covers all the intro subject matter for Cyber Security, but being a Pen testing company as well Evolve offers so many insights for that component of the course. Finally, the Alumni access is fantastic, as well as the job placement assistance part of the course. I have held various jobs in the logistics industry, applying for and starting new roles. Even though I have been working in a professional role for 7 years now, I still learned quite a bit about job hunting and preparation from the Evolve Academy.

I joined this boot camp because I wanted more hands-on lab experience, accountability, and networking with others. This bootcamp was also more affordable than a Master's degree (I have a Bachelor's in Sociology, but wanted to get into Cybersecurity).... Read More When comparing the course content between this bootcamp and a Master's degree, I found that this bootcamp had more practical learning, and not just lecturing you like a traditional class setting. If you're someone who also has these desires, this may be the place for you! Pros: - Non-competitive learning environment where you can work together - Friendly and understanding instructors, always there to help and quick replies - Instructors always want to improve the bootcamp and accept criticism - Encourages you to push out of your comfort zone to enable success (for this bootcamp and also for job preparation) - Lots of opportunity for hands on labs - Creating life long friends - Friends/classmates will motivate you to do TryHackMe boxes and other certifications to build your resume - Great job prepping material (Linkedin setup, tailored-resume, etc.) Mediating Factors: - You have to put in the effort to get the most out of the bootcamp - You have to study and take really good notes - You have to redo some of the labs if you want to understand it better - You have to ask for help if you need help Cons: - Sometimes there's issues with the virtual box or website, but they're usually solved very quickly and won't hold you accountable for mistakes on their end - The face-paced environment could be a con for some people who have a really busy schedule or work better in a slower paced environment. There were times where I felt it went by really fast, and where I personally thought I might not succeed and I thought I was the only one that felt this way- but when I did study sessions outside of class time with other students, they felt the same way. So don't feel discouraged. I learned to take away the big picture, take good notes, continously review, and study smarter. I was able to complete the bootcamp, and so can you! Focus more on topics you really enjoy and want to do in the future. - Sometimes the Zoom recordings don't get uploaded as fast as I want them to. It could be very difficult to catch up if you miss class. If you don't have access immediately, always reach out to classmates to catch up on missed-material. Overall, I am very satisfied with what I got out of this bootcamp. I think this was one of the best decisions that I have made, and will always support Evolve Security! I highly recommend this bootcamp for anyone wanting to be in the Cybersecurity field. Overall, I am very satisified with what I have accomplished in this bootcamp!

These past 20 weeks have been filled with some incredibly rewarding moments thanks to the Evolve Security Academy bootcamp. It was easy to become immersed in all things security, and we touched on a plethora of different topics ranging from the basics... Read More and networking to application/offensive security, cloud architecture, scripting, cryptography, and so much more. You truly will get what you put in. If you take the time to really push yourself, complete labs multiple times, explore other security platforms to reinforce learning, and spend time outside of class practicing with your peers, you will be in for a great experience. The staff and instructors were incredibly helpful, kind, knowledgeable, and available to help with any questions or concerns. They were all a Slack away and were often available outside of class hours. Speaking of class hours, the schedule was very reasonable and provided just enough time to feel challenging but not punishing. Two hours every Monday through Thursday and 4-5 hours every other Saturday meant that I could keep up with other commitments outside of class while continuing to stay connected to the curriculum. Classes were also reasonably broken down into lectures and lab-time which was conducive to a dynamic learning environment. We were able to absorb new information in a formal class setting while we also got to look forward to breaking out into more casual groups to focus on hands-on labs and presentation skills. The bootcamp does offer job search assistance in the form of 1-on-1 counseling, resume reviews, and group sessions with the career counselor every other Saturday. This help is here if you need it, however the bootcamp does not offer a job placement guarantee like other bootcamps. Therefore, career resources can be used at your discretion and I found these to be a great baseline for what's to come. Overall, I think this is a great curriculum for beginners and veterans alike who require some flexibility in their schedules. The course is unequivocally challenging and will put your skills and mind to the test. Additionally, there are some topics that are fairly skin deep, so outside learning is almost fundamental. This is great practice though since cybersecurity is an evolving field and constant learning and digging will be a requirement for any student and professional going forward.

This has been by far one of the best training courses I have ever attended. Interactive, keeps you on your toes, and material is not just "death by power-point". Truly engaging and practical. The instructors are top notch and understand that not everyone... Read More who attends the course even has the basic understanding of how a network works or how information traverses the internet. In fact, they approach it that way as to include everyone and get you involved. The labs are very well put together and easy to access. If you run into any issues or just feel like you are struggling, there is always someone you can reach out to for help. By the end of the course, I went from having basically zero knowledge of the industry to being competent in the use of industry standard tools, network architecture, security frameworks, penetration testing, scripting, etc. Absolutely amazing and highly recommended!

Throughout the 20 weeks of this program, the curriculum proves to be challenging, yet forgiving. A well blended schedule of labs and lectures allow the attendees to build on previous knowledge; how far and how well each student is able to progress is... Read More solely dependent on how much time they spend utilizing the materials given to them. An efficient alternative to traditional higher education, the boot camp is an enriching process full of team bonding, independent study, and guided learning when required.

The Evolve Security Academy has been a great experience. From the moment you log on to the class, you're greeted with encouragement, excitement, and everyone on the staff willing and wanting to help you succeed both personally and professionally. A daunting... Read More subject like cybersecurity is made easy thanks to the structure of the class and the help of fellow students and instructors. I'm excited to continue my cybersecurity career thanks to Evolve. I would 100% recommend the course for anyone interested in entering the cybersecurity field.

The course was designed to give us firehose training and slowly increase our understanding throughout the course. At times, it could be challenging trying to figure out things with little experience. But with practice and repetition, it felt good to witness... Read More the progress we made by the end of the course. Having classmates to encourage each other and practice with made the learning experience fun. The career coach also gave us great advice in making ourselves more marketable and teaching us how to navigate the job search. I would 100% recommend this course to anyone who’s looking to break into the cybersecurity industry.​