Cybersecurity Boot Camp

Cybersecurity Boot Camp FAQs

• What’s a CyberSecurity Boot Camp?

  Cyber security is a thriving and crucial part of the world of IT, thanks to the escalating prevalence of cybercrime. The resulting increased demand for cyber security professionals has created an incentive for finding new ways of training more specialists faster and more efficiently. The war against cybercrime needs more soldiers!

  And speaking of soldiers, boot camps are an increasingly popular method of training new IT professionals. Usually used to describe the places where recruits receive their basic training in the armed forces, the term has expanded to describe intensive training sessions in many different IT fields and disciplines.

  Programs in IT-related boot camps run between six weeks and 24 months, although most programs offer an average duration from 12 to 40 weeks. Boot Camps provide in-depth, high-speed learning. That’s because there’s a lot of ground to cover and only so much time available. Keeping this limitation in mind, boot camps focus only on the skills relevant to the desired career path. For example, you wouldn’t go to a trend in cloud-computing Boot Camp to learn about the best programming languages to learn in 2022.

  The more successful boot camps give students an intense, high-speed curriculum, supplemented by hands-on projects that provide the chance to practice newly acquired skills and knowledge. The better boot camps also offer job placement services for their graduates, a welcome benefit if the graduate is trying to start a career in a competitive field.

  Boot Camps are most effective when they offer flexible options and greater accessibility to their students. That’s why bootcamps usually come in two distinct varieties, each designed to help students in different situations. The two types are:

  Part-Time Boot Camps 

  Part-time boot camps last about 30 weeks on average and are perfect for students with crowded schedules. More often than not, these students have jobs that put a strain on their free time. Depending on the boot camp, part-time camps usually ask for a weekly commitment of about 20 hours, held via the Internet or real-world locations, depending on the boot camp. Part-time boot camps also cost less. Part-time camp programs require a long-term time investment, a trade-off for their weekly flexibility.

  Full-Time Boot Camps

  If you want to blast through the program as quickly as possible, this is the option you choose. Full-time boot camps usually require 80 hours per week for anywhere from two to seven months, though the average duration is about 17 weeks. You get a fully immersive learning experience, and it costs more than a part-time camp. On the upside, you finish faster. Fortunately, the increased cost can be mitigated in part or entirely by your workplace if you’re attending the camp to learn skills designed to help your organization. A word to the wise: if you decide on a full-time Boot Camp, plan for your life to revolve around it for the duration. Don’t plan on working a full-time job at the same time!

  Know that the scheduled learning times aren’t rigidly locked in place, and no two boot camps work the same. The key is to find one that works within your unique situation.

  Once you decide between full-time and part-time, you need to figure out how you will attend your classes. The choices are:

  In-Person

  This entails taking organized, structured classes at an actual physical location. You have the added advantage of a teacher that you can speak to in person to help you sort through tight spots. If you thrive on structure and maintain distinctive boundaries between your academic life and the rest of your life, you should go in In-person, provided you can meet the time commitment.

  Online

  If you’re more comfortable learning at home and have the self-discipline to see the program through to its conclusion, go with an online Boot Camp. You receive online access to all necessary course materials and instructors, usually backed up by an online student community.

  Self-Paced

  If in-person boot camps are formal and online boot camps are relaxed, then self-paced boot camps are VERY relaxed. Self-paced bootcamps let you learn and work at your own leisurely pace. You are given the curriculum. Then you decide how to approach it, such as when you plan on doing the work.

  Many boot camp providers are hybrids, offering both online and in-person options. Take the time to explore and choose one that’s the best fit for you. With just a little effort, you will be able to find the program that teaches you the skills you want to know and the manner you would prefer.

  Cyber security boot camps are intense training programs that equip students for entry-level positions in the field of cyber security, specifically network and security administration, principles of computer science, penetration testing, vulnerability assessments, data security, and more.

  There are also intermediate and advanced cyber security boot camps available for IT professionals who already have a grasp of the basics.

  While every cyber security Boot Camp has its unique curriculum, these courses appear in beginner programs most often:

  • Career building
  • Certification preparation
  • Computer forensics
  • Cryptography
  • Network security
  • Risk management
  • Security foundations/fundamentals
  • Threats and vulnerabilities

• Why Cyber Security Boot Camp?

  If you have your heart set on a cyber security career, you need easy and affordable access to the right training. You also want a means of instruction that doesn’t drag on for too long. Cyber security boot camps offer a laser-like focus on the courses and skills you will need for a successful cyber security career and deliver the goods efficiently and quickly. Boot Camps are designed for a relatively fast turnaround: get you in, teach and train you, and send you out. Other compelling reasons for enrolling in a cyber security Bootcamp:

  • Flexible evening and weekend hours for part-time students and intense, concentrated schedules for full-time students
  • Curricula that focus on just the relevant subjects and are created by security experts in the field—no time wasted on unnecessary topics
  • Challenging security coursework that mirrors current cybersecurity trends and issues
  • Exposure to the most up-to-date security tools and technologies
  • Real-world training, certification preparation, and career/job placement assistance
  • Costs less than a college degree

  Aspiring cyber security professionals who attend a good cyber security Boot Camp can set their sights on several different career paths, including:

  • Chief Security Officer, 
  • Data Security Analyst, 
  • Information Systems Security Manager, 
  • Network Security Administrator, 
  • Network Security Engineer, 
  • Systems Security Administrator. 

  So, boot camps are a good choice if you’re looking for a solid cyber security tutorial, whether you’re a neophyte or an experienced professional who wants to expand their skill set in cyber security. 

  Taking Advantage of Certification Training

  Certification tells a potential employer that you have the skills and training needed to do well in the position you’re interviewing for and the documentation to prove it. Simplilearn offers a valuable selection of cybersecurity-related certification courses to boost your skillset and improve your marketability when looking for a new career.

  Career-minded people interested in the ethical hacking aspect of cybersecurity should check out Simplilearn’s various courses. If your tastes run more toward building and maintaining enterprise-level security systems, consider our elaborate range of offerings.

• Do You Want to Become a Cyber Security Expert?

  Are you interested in pursuing a career in a field that’s very much in demand, offers excellent compensation, and helps battle crime? If so, Simplilearn has what you need to become a cyber security superhero and make the world safe for mobile computing and financial transactions!

  The Cyber Security Expert Boot Camp program gives you all the skills you need to become an expert in this vital facet of the IT world. The program teaches you how to protect your infrastructure using different comprehensive methods such as architecting cloud-based security, meeting compliance standards, running risk analysis and mitigation, securing data and information, etc.

  The Master’s program consists of six courses that provide you with over 96 hours of live online classes. The course provides you with your master’s certification and an exam voucher for taking the CEH & CompTIA Security+ test.

  According to Salary.com, an entry-level Cyber security engineer can earn an annual average of USD 80,451, and that’s just for engineers who are starting their careers. A senior cyber security engineer earns an average of USD 138,826 per year. Whether you want to begin a new career in cyber security or upskill your cyber security knowledge, Simplilearn has everything you need. Take that first step today! 

• What are the eligibility criteria's for this Cybersecurity Boot Camp?

  For admission to this Cybersecurity Boot Camp, candidates:

  • Should have a bachelor's degree in any discipline with an average of 50% or higher marks
  • May have a non-programming background 
  • Are not required to have prior work experience

• What is the admission process for this Cybersecurity Boot Camp?

  The admission process for this Cybersecurity Boot Camp consists of three easy steps:

  • Interested candidates will need to apply by submitting the application form online
  • Candidates will be shortlisted by an admission panel based on the application submitted
  • Selected candidates will be awarded an offer of admission that they can accept by paying the bootcamp fee

• Will financial aid be provided for this Cybersecurity Boot Camp?

  To ensure money is not a limiting factor in learning, we offer various financing options to help make this boot camp financially manageable. For more details, please refer to our "Admissions Fee and Financing" section.

• What certificate will I receive?

  Upon completion of this Cybersecurity Boot Camp, you will be awarded certificates from both  UCI DCE and Simplilearn. You will also receive industry-recognized certifications from Simplilearn for the courses included in the learning path.

• Will any preparation material be provided as part of this Cybersecurity Boot Camp to help me get started?

  As soon as you pay the first installment for the boot camp, you will gain access to a preparatory course. You are expected to go through the assigned course before attending your first class. The course will have eight to ten hours of self-paced learning content in the form of videos.

• Who are the instructors for this Cybersecurity Boot Camp and how are they selected?

  Our highly qualified instructors are industry cybersecurity experts with years of relevant industry experience. Each of them undergoes a rigorous selection process, including profile screening, technical evaluation, and a training demo evaluation before becoming certified to train for us. Besides, we ensure that only those trainers with a high alumni rating remain part of our faculty.

• Can I get a sealed transcript for World Education Services (WES) at the end of the program?

  Boot Camps are certification programs and do not include any transcripts for WES, this is reserved only for degree programs. We do not offer sealed transcripts and hence, our PG programs are not applicable for WES or similar services.