Cybersecurity Analytics Bootcamp

A cybersecurity bootcamp is a comprehensive training program designed to equip you with the skills to identify, analyze, simulate, and respond to cyber threats. Through hands-on learning, you'll prepare for a career in cybersecurity using industry-standard tools and techniques to protect data and systems.

Cybersecurity bootcamps offer a fast-paced and focused approach to gaining the skills needed for a rewarding career in cybersecurity. With a more specialized curriculum compared to a traditional 4-year degree, they can be a valuable option for professionals seeking to enter this in-demand field quickly—and at a fraction of the cost.

A cybersecurity bootcamp typically covers topics like network security, threat detection, incident response, digital forensics, and cybersecurity analytics. Fullstack Academy’s Cybersecurity Bootcamp equips you with the skills to apply in-demand tools like Wireshark and Python toward real-world cybersecurity scenarios. Plus, you’ll gain the knowledge to qualify for industry-recognized certifications to demonstrate your proficiency to prospective employers.

While there are many bootcamps available, Fullstack Academy’s Cybersecurity Bootcamp is consistently recognized for its comprehensive curriculum, passionate instructors, and extensive career coaching services. In addition to Course Report’s collection of the best cybersecurity bootcamps of 2024, independent review sites and alumni testimonials can offer valuable insights when evaluating bootcamps.

Cybersecurity bootcamp graduates have the foundational knowledge to pursue exciting careers. As your skills and experience evolve, you may be qualified for roles like cybersecurity analyst, incident responder, ethical hacker, penetration tester, or network engineer. As the field continues to evolve, Fullstack Academy’s Cybersecurity Bootcamp equips you with the skills to navigate various career paths within the cybersecurity field.

Like our curriculum, our application process is streamlined—to get started, complete your application. From there, you’ll take a 30-minute, open-book logic-based assessment (find tips here). Within a few business days, you’ll receive an admissions decision.

Keep in mind that at any point in the process, you can schedule a time to speak with a Student Advisor (SA). SAs are dedicated to making sure you feel confident entering your cybersecurity training by answering any questions along the way.

Yes, graduates earn a certificate of completion issued by Fullstack Academy.

Fullstack Academy Cyber Bootcamp equips students with the skills and training they need to land a job in one of the world’s fastest-growing fields.

Fullstack Academy Cyber Bootcamp leads you through a seven-part curriculum covering these areas:

1. Cybersecurity Fundamentals (confidentiality, integrity, and availability Triad, virtualization, and how to identify threats, vulnerabilities, and risks)

2. Asset and Inventory Management (Computing and networking basics, Linux command line, and bash scripting)

3. Network Systems (Networking, Wireshark, encoding and encryption, Open Systems Interconnection/OSI model, and firewalls)

4. Programming with Python (Variables, loops and conditionals, string and list methods, dictionaries, regular expressions, and log parsing)

5. System Administration (Windows administration and management, active directory, and group policy)

6. Red Team - Offense (Web vulnerabilities, penetration testing, OWASP Top 10, social engineering, Burp Suite, Cross-site scripting, SQL injection, and Metasploit)

7. Blue Team - Defense (AWS Security Essentials, Logs/log analysis, Splunk, security information and event management, digital forensics, NIST Cybersecurity Framework, and incident response).

Students also participate in career simulations throughout the program and interactive labs and complete a capstone project.

You can further explore our curriculum to see a high-level overview, or request a syllabus for more information.

Cybersecurity career paths vary depending on your skills and experience. During bootcamp, you’ll gain cybersecurity skills that will assist you throughout your career journey, from beginner and beyond. You’ll train for roles such as IT Help Desk Specialist, Information Technology Analyst, and Cybersecurity Analyst, and more. The Fullstack Academy Career Success Team is also available to assist you with your job search. Employers who have hired Fullstack Academy Cyber grads include the Center for Internet Security, the IRS, and Accenture.

Check out this blog post to learn more about cybersecurity analyst roles and salaries.

Part-Time students often continue working full-time while completing the bootcamp. Keep in mind, however, that there are 9 hours in class with an additional 6-8 hours of homework each week.

Full-Time students do not continue working due to the immersive nature of the Fullstack Cyber Bootcamp. By focusing solely on their training, they’re set up to thrive in the expedited 12-week training. Full-time students can expect to spend an additional 8-10 hours outside of the classroom on homework and assignments. See a full-time daily schedule, and learn about one full-time student’s daily experience.

We’ve received overwhelmingly positive feedback from our online Fullstack Academy Cyber Bootcamp students about their experience learning technical skills in an online format with Fullstack Academy. Our proven method features live instruction and a project-based curriculum which are both well-suited to remote learning. Visit our Online Experience page to learn more.

You do need to provide your own computer for the bootcamp. It can be a laptop or desktop as long as it meets minimum tech specifications. We highly recommend Apple computers for our program, however, it is possible to use Windows with some modifications. You must have at least MacOS 10.15 or newer or Windows 10. Because the bootcamp is live-online, you are required to have a webcam and microphone in order to participate in class.

For specific tech requirements for your chosen program, visit our Online Experience page.

Visit our tuition and dates page to see full tuition amounts. A range of scholarships and payment options may also be available for qualifying students. Keep in mind that Fullstack Academy does not endorse, recommend, or promote any particular lender.

We're happy to answer any other questions you might have about Fullstack Academy. Email hello@fullstackacademy.com or chat with a student advisor.