Evolve Security Academy

I'm so glad I found the Evolve Security Academy Cybersecurity Program because it would have been near impossible for me to curate all the course content, exercises, quizzes, labs, etc. on my own (despite the vast availability of free resources, this simply... Read More is a very hard thing to do). The format (live online lectures, coupled with some recorded lectures and work you do on your time) was very effective! You don’t miss out on class and instructor interactions, and, at the same time, you get through much of the material on your own time. Class meetings were M-Th evenings for 2 hours—that made it easier to do than a longer stretch of 3 hours. Office hours were held every evening we had class, so you get the best opportunity to ask questions and stay abreast of the material. The Saturday classes were every other week for 5 hours, which allowed time for assessments, extended exercises, and labs. The curriculum was laid out in a logical sense, with additional resources given if you want to learn/practice even more. Having quizzes, many labs, and assessments kept us in line with the material. The best part of the program: the instructors and teaching assistants (T.A.s) -- knowledgeable professionals, fully available and helpful to a 'T'. Even though I loved all the instructors, I would say this program would not be the same without the close assistance of the T.A.s! I'd highly recommend the ESA bootcamp because it's a professional program and very well executed, with a huge amount of learning opportunities, and it prepares someone for an entry-level job in cybersecurity. The support in terms of instructors, TAs, the director, our career coach, the CyberLab learning portal, etc. is truly outstanding!

Pros: The course was amazing, it created a solid push for me to obtain the OSCP certification. I've acquired new and valuable skills and techniques, which will be surely helpful for me in the future career. Other than that, I've met new friends, who shares... Read More the same goals, we talked and shared things with each other, which meant a lot to me. After the course, I felt like my knowledge was strongly consolidated and was ready to tackle the exam. [Update April 2024]: I passed the OSCP with 90 points. Cons: There is one small thing that I'd recommend, is to update the CyberLab platform, I perceived that some of the contents aren't up-to-date. For example, Buffer Overflow has been announced to be removed from the OSCP exam; therefore, it might not relevant unless there is a public exploit available for it. The Control Panel features can be further improved, especially, the search function. I couldn't search for the machine name at the time I did the course. Overall, I'd give a solid 4/5.

The Evolve Academy bootcamp is a good entry for anyone completely new to tech and looking for a career start in cybersecurity. Having different instructors who are actively working in the field teach in their respective areas meant getting quality teaching... Read More across all topics. Every instructor was engaged when teaching and always eager to help. The small lab sections allowed every student to ask questions and really dig deep into any misunderstandings.

I recently transitioned from graphic design to cyber security, and I'm grateful for Evolve Academy's support. Despite no prior IT knowledge, the transition was smooth due to their comprehensive assistance. Step-by-step guidance, teacher availability,... Read More and recorded lectures provided a personalized and flexible learning experience. Collaborative classes pushed me out of my comfort zone, and concerns about isolation were alleviated by a supportive virtual community. Mike, an exceptional teacher, guided me with patience. Now actively seeking cyber security opportunities, I feel well-prepared and confident, thanks to Evolve Academy's thorough training. The skills acquired surpass those from a Google Cyber Security course. This investment equips me to handle real-world scenarios, setting me apart in the job market and boosting my overall confidence.

After thorough bootcamp research, I confidently chose Evolve. Post-completion, the exceptional quality and experience surpassed my expectations, solidifying my decision. The invaluable skills gained continue to propel my career journey, making it a truly... Read More rewarding choice.

I really enjoyed the ESCP Cybersecurity Bootcamp. The instructors and TA's are very helpful and understanding. The course provided amazing material that was easy to follow for someone with no IT background, and made it very enjoyable with the different... Read More lab scenarios that were provided. I enjoyed my time at evolve and highly recommend it.​ The course is very thorough with the material it teaches, and the labs are very well explained and provide great hands on learning.

First of all there were three different teachers in the cohort, It seemed like they kept getting hired or fired. There is no guarantee or help trying to find a job. The assistants pretty much leave you on your own. There were a few classmates that dropped... Read More out midway, and I wish I would have done so to save money. You can't even keep your information packets for future reference. I wish I could review some power points or Lessons, but they disable that after you finish the course. I Could have used the money for some books, at least i would have that as reference.

The amount of actual hands on work and labs throughout the course was exceptional and preferred over just videos and lectures. Along with this the instructors and TA's knowledgeable, enthusiastic, helpful, and went above and beyond for us. Staying outside... Read More of class or office hours to help explain certain topics or push extra knowledge to help us exceed. [The instructors] all went above and beyond for us. Lastly, the career support via [the Career Coach] was also exceptional and something I am very thankful for having along with the curriculum.

The staff at Evolve Academy very much cares about making sure you succeed and indeed makes it their priority, and offers so many options towards your career in cybersecurity. The entire culture at Evolve Academy was very welcoming of people from all backgrounds... Read More into the field of cybersecurity and building up our knowledge, and more importantly, confidence towards achieving our goals. The job prep sessions are amazing and the networking skills we've developed are invaluable regardless of where we take our future.

It is a very comprehensive learning experience and well worth it. Highly recommended. Instructors were very helpful, material was excellent, hands on labs were very good, the highlight was the regular projects and certification exam. Suitable for freshers... Read More and experienced folks.