This bootcamp is fast-paced but worth every minute! From someone who had very little IT knowledge and zero cyber knowledge, I feel more than confident to start my journey in this industry. The support from the staff and encouragement from classmates is in itself, the best part of learning with Evolve. I would recommend this bootcamp and Evolve to anyone interested in cyber!

I’m very happy with my education at Evolve Security Academy. Not only was every instructor and assistant instructor extremely skilled and knowledgeable, but they also genuinely cared about teaching me the knowledge and skills that I needed to begin my career in the industry. The academy created an environment that was comfortable for people from all levels of cyber knowledge to learn and grow. The career counseling and guidance was extremely valuable in helping me prepare for and navigate the job market. I feel like the academy gave me the hands-on knowledge and industry insight that I definitely needed to make my career transition.

The Evolve Security bootcamp was a phenomenal experience. I graduated from the program in January 2018 and I had a job offer in hand even before my last week / final exam! If you are looking to launch a career in this field with real results Id trust the folks at Evolve with your education. Id recommend this program as a great starting point to anyone who wants to get serious about launching their career in this industry.

The technical side of the bootcamp, combined with the career coaching portion, has given me an incredible amount of knowledge that it would have taken me years to amass on my own. I am so happy I decided to join Evolve. It was the best pandemic decision I made!

Evolve Academy has a comprehensive information security program. The curriculum is comprehensive and surprisingly in depth. Online classrooms with full labs provide hands on experience. You arent just sitting in a lecture, you are learning hands on skills that are applicable across the industry. The instructors are experienced professionals with years of experience. The Assistant Instructors are culled from previous classes and are very knowledgeable. Its an excellent learning environment that values their students. Your classmates make for an excellent start to your professional network. Look forward to internships and job coaching for a great value!

Evolve Security Academy provided me the opportunity to make a mid-career shift from financial services and sales to an industry that is trending upward, and that offers potential for career advancement. I came into the program with minimal technical expertise or knowledge, so was initially anxious about my ability to process and retain the information. It is a lot of information within a relatively short period of time, but if you stick with it, and stay up on the course materials and labs, by the end you will see it all come together. The instructors were very knowledgeable about the subject matter and industry, and provided a nurturing environment where I felt comfortable asking questions and participating in discussions. Overall I had a great experience, and am happy with the results. In fact, I was just offered a paid internship within the first month after finishing the course and certification exams.

The Evolve Security Academy OSCP Bootcamp was a very skill-oriented program that helped me learn the ins and outs of what it means to be a pen tester. The best part of the program was getting to participate with seasoned instructors on hacking networks and machines. Nothing was setup ahead of time for them to succeed. They approached the boxes cold just like I did, so I got to watch how their minds worked, the rationale they had for using certain tools above others in different situations, and what they did when they struggled - as everyone does. It was an excellent experience. I learned a lot and am sure my company is more secure now.

I enjoyed my time, and while there is a lot of material, it was clearly explained and I enjoyed my time. I love working with computers, so for me this is a great new opportunity.

Evolve Security Academy elevated me from someone that knew almost nothing about computers, to someone who was ready to prep for professional level certifications and enter the cybersecurity field. The curriculum and the portal both were super well organized and easy to use. The instructors were all very passionate about wanting to help as well as going above and beyond to ensure that everyone in the cohort understood the concepts. The career coaching provided many great tips and tricks that even an experienced job-seeker like myself was not privy to. Overall, my experience at Evolve was great and I highly recommend it to people looking to add a skill or make a career change.

I enjoyed my time in the OSCP bootcamp. The labs covered specific topics and allowed us to learn various techniques and were all generally unique from one another. The instructors were a wealth of knowledge and probably my single favorite thing about this bootcamp. Lastly, just getting an opportunity to network with fellow students and Evolve staff, is something you cannot really put a price tag on. It will be something I can reap the benefits of for years to come.​

Rockstar staff, talented and willing Assistant Instructors, the platform is robust and the virtual labs are well thought out. The amount of information to ingest may be near impossible in so short a time, but Evolve came as close as I can imagine to successfully preparing students with a comprehensive baseline in Security and IT. It promoted a great mixture of professionalism, familiarity, teamwork and camaraderie. I value the relationships formed and the lessons learned during my bootcamp.​

The course is designed to work for somebody with a full time job. This is incredible. When one goes to college the grand majority of your debt is due to living expenses during. I appreciate now, that the field of hacking is constantly, constantly changing; and that the staff at Evolve is constantly evolving the curriculum even as we learn to reflect that. I also appreciate that theres more than a bit of a hands-off approach that forces us to learn to learn for outselves, which we will be doing when were done. It is true that this is a very high level prep. That being said, we are now knowledgeable about what we need and are prepared to dive deep in and learn new utilities, programs that come out, and know how everything relates. We can talk the talk on interviews and very quickly bring ourselves up to par as the field changes, adapt to new niches, etc. The labs were really cool because Im a hands - on learner. Later on in the class when it was time to go back, i found the labs written in such a way that there was still a lot of new information to absorb. The AI experience was great. I dont know what evolve is doing to prepare AIs but ours was able to answer questions on virtually any subject. I also reached out to other AIs whom are not explicitly assigned to me and found them extremely helpful. By the end I knew whom to turn to to explore different sorts of questions, and also the fact that they will make themselves available to me even as a graduate is wonderful. It really boosts my confidence to have a team ahead and behind me.​

The overall OSCP bootcamp has been amazing. I took the OSCP before and failed. With going through the Evolve Security bootcamp I feel a lot more confident. The labs and the instructors are extremely well thought out and professional. The best part is the live interaction I had with the instructors and going through the OSCP like machines. ​

This program was extremely good at having enough of a blend of hold your hand and self-accountability. I went from being extremely technologically ignorant and slow, to now understanding ports, scans, and so much more I now feel embarrassed to not have even heard about. They were extremely organized and helpful and still remain helpful even after students have passed. And its a phenomenal community to be a part of.

Evolve Academy has been a life changing experience. I started the Cyber Security program with little to no knowledge of this field. This hands on experience guides and pushes you to think outside of the box and drive you to work hard. The course was very fast paced and challenging, but rewards you with the appropriate knowledge about cybersecurity to succeed. I highly recommend this school and their wonderful instructors. Their support and career guidance allows for a proven transition into a rewarding profession.

Best decision Ive made to immerse myself into the cybersecurity fieldPros: As a remote student the class schedule worked great for my busy schedule.There is always either an instructor or assistant instructor their to provide assistance through out the day even outside of class hours.Lab work is very exciting and hands on, it helps you really understand and get a feel of what you will be doing in the real world.The learning environment is very inclusive, it may feel overwhelming at first but once you get to know your instructors and your classmatesthrough the break out rooms it gets a whole lot better.Career prep was also very helpful they were able to help me with my resume/LinkedIn/cover letter/practice interviews and many more. I wouldrecommend to take full advantage of the career prep from the beginning of the course instead of waiting till the end the same for studying forsecurity+ exam. I would also recommend to start networking within the field starting from the beginning of the course instead of waiting tillthe end of the course.Students are immersed in their learning with daily lectures, followed with lab work with a smaller team. Each module ends with a recap quizwhich will be a great help for the final exam.An abundant amount of resources are provided for you to practice with even outside of class or even once completing the academy.The slack groups you will join will also be a great opportunity for during the academy and most importantly once completing the academy andentering the field as they will always be there for you assistance.CON: N/A

Great all around bootcamp experience. The comprehensive training improved my baseline IT skills and opened me to many new security focused ones. The labs and lectures help to solidify them and provided a very solid foundation to build on. The connections to the other students, alumni, and industry professionals is very valuable.

EVOLVE CYBER SECURITY REMOTE BOOTCAMPOne of the best experiences I’ve ever had in my life. Learning about something new being taught by professional who want you to succeed.Being a part of a team, this experience provides knowledge of the real workforce in a short space of time. I strongly recommend this program.

Evolve Security Academy was a great experience. The instructors are supportive and prompt when answering emails and questions. I feel like I got a good understanding of what it takes to have a career in the cybersecurity field as well as a strong foundation for pursuing other certificates like the security+

The best community ever. Highly recommend

As someone who had no experience in the IT field, Evolve Security Academy provided great support and resources for understanding key concepts needed in the Cybersecurity industry. This combined with labs that simulate what you may do on the jobs and a not-for-profit project, was what really made Evolve a great experience. Instructors and Assisstant Instructors are always just a message away when youre stuck in the labs. Lastly, Evolve also provides a great coach during and after the cohort to help you find a job. Thanks for a great time Evolve!

With Evolve Security Academy, I was able to learn a lot about this industry and was able to gain experience with analyzing the security of a business. The instructors do a very good job in prepping you for the real world. The courses are adjusted based off of student feedback and they work to make the course as robust and interesting as possible. The only thing I would recommend for others to consider is, as this is a boot camp, you will only get as much out of it as you put in. It is just a starting off point in learning about this industry.

As a person with no prior background in the field, the overall experience helped me ground myself in the fundamentals and served as a stepping point for me to start my career.The curriculum is very immersive and the amount of knowledge you will learn will directly tie with how engaged your are with the material.The career couching prepared by this program has also helped after the program has ended and provides good insight for people looking for a job right out of a learning program!

Evolve Security Academy Cybersecurity Bootcamp was a great learning experience for me with challenging modules but an excellent support system in place to ensure success! Well worth the investment of money & time & I highly recommend!

Evolve Security Academy did a great job of preparing me for the basics of the cybersecurity industry. Mike Creaney is an exceptional instructor. The depth and variety of the labs were challenging and fast-paced. We covered a lot of ground in a very short period of time. The career coaching component of the Academy was enormously helpful, as was the collegiality of the other students. I was able to pass Security + one month after finishing the class. Around one month after that, I was offered an internship.

Evolve Security AcademyApplying at Evolve Secuirty Academy is one of the best decisions I’ve made during the 2020-2021 Covid Pandemic. This is an overwhelming experience due to the little knowledge I have on cybersecurity. Coupled with a new full-time job in healthcare, a busy family life with young children, I thought I was nuts taking on this journey. I was lost in so many ways due to information overload. Google is your best friend. I had to put the time.... so many frustrations and sleepless nights. With only 18 weeks allotted to finish the program, I succeeded due to the academy’s in-depth curriculum (theory, hands on labs, projects), attentive, responsive, supportive, knowledgeable faculty/instructors, and the heartfelt understanding, patience of my fellow classmates. This bootcamp has given me a more intricate understanding of cybersecurity and how it applies in the real world. I’ve also gained an extended family. Take advantage of the career coaching from the get go. I highly recommend Evolve Security.

Evolve Security Academy has been an amazing experience in that it covers many different fields in cybersecurity. It covers essential topics like networking, Linux command line, Python, AWS, Incident Response, GRC, Offensive Security and more. The learning environment is a top tier online boot camp experience that equips the best qualified instructors that are the most helpful and have the desire for you to succeed. The apprenticeship was an awesome learning experience in helping out local non-profit organizations and prepares you with valid work experience as you embark on your career. The value alone of making professional connections and networking with people all over the nation is so much more valuable than the cost of the academy. This boot camp has changed my life so much for the better and is the best bang for your buck!

I was part of the online cohort and it is excellently designed and explains the various concepts of cyber security. The course gives insight into various areas of cyber security, highlighting the importance of cyber security. The videos and courses are explanatory and provide abundant source of information. My favorite has always been labs, great chance to practice using tools to gain valuable hands-on experience. Thanks to their great network, I found my current job. Highly recommended.

Evolve Security Academy, was my first step to starting a new career in Cybersecurity. From the initial application, academy interview process, acceptance to the academy, and cybersecurity bootcamp experience, each step of the way was designed to prepare me for the skills I would need to be successful in a new career in Cybersecurity. I cannot thank Evolve Security Academy enough for their thoughtful preparation and implementation of their cybersecurity curriculum. It is the best decision I made in 2020 and Im proud to be a graduate of Evolve Security Academy!

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This school is truly a dream for someone looking for live instruction (which you should be) and cant afford to quit their day job. Top-notch Instructors, great labs, real-world pro bono work...and they accept GI Bill! Veterans, this is THE place to be if you cant manage the 8-hour days all the vet-friendly cybersecurity bootcamps require. Great curriculum that truly develops SKILLS instead of just imparting facts, including two certifications (Security+ and Splunk Fundamentals) and all you need for a third (AWS CCP). Plenty of post-graduation support as well; extended access to the course materials and a job search coach. No hiring partners as of yet, which might be my only complaint, but the coach does a decent job of keeping you efficient and on track as long as you put in the effort. Be ready to dedicate a few hours a day to a successful job search, but with the credentials you have and the networking youll be building, that first gig will definitely come your way.I truly cannot recommend the Evolve Academy enough. Excellent experience all around!

The Evolve Security bootcamp gave me a thorough, practical, and hands-on introduction to the information security industry preparing me for a new career in a brand new field!

Evolve Security Had a vast amount of information to learn from, I loved the course material as it is updated and fresh. The instructors do an amazing job at teaching the material and are very patient with students that needed help. The school is a lot of fun and very hands on. They also help with job searches in the cyber department, highly recommended to anyone that struggles with job searching after they have obtained their certification!Pros:-Great material-very Knowledgeable staff-Extra fun activities for the students to increase skills(safe pentesting)-Getting real world experience with other companys to see what its like.----Most importantly----You get the most out of the course in person which I would recommend you taking for the more hands on experience!Cons:-Short time span: If the Course was longer we could spend more time on the material.But Overall Evolve Security is an amazing school if you want to increase your knowledge on cyber security and I highly recommend Evolve to anyone that is trying to advance in their career of cyber security. I really want to thank the instructors for all the help and support they have giving me on my journey on learning the material!

I had a really wonderful Evolve Security Academy experience. The instructors and assistant instructors were always helpful and informative, the curriculum covered all of the foundational elements of cybersecurity. The labs gave me the hands-on experience that I needed to take what I was learning and internalize it. The internship gave me the real-world experience I needed to sell myself and my infosec skills to employers. I really enjoyed my cohort and the environment Evolve Security Academy fostered. I left the program feeling prepared for a career in infosec, so kudos to everyone who is involved in the academy. Thank you for everything you do.

If you don’t know where to start when looking to get into the cybersecurity field, Evolve Security Academy is the right choice. This is the best investment I made towards my skills and career. I had the most knowledgeable instructors that provided me with the skills necessary to succeed in cybersecurity.

Evolve Security has been a life changing investment in how I can apply the lessons not only in my career but in my personal life as well.I was pretty hesitant in switching my career and learning something completely different from what I went to university for, but even before the first lesson, my uncertainties left me. The staff, instructors, and lessons were more than phenomenal in guiding me through to learn something completely outside of my wheel-house. Albeit, it was a challenge, I was never left without resources to complete the lessons and course. I learned a lot of very useful skills and would not trade the time spent with awesome people learning new IT Security for anything else.

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 find a certain module you get interested in, it is valuable to dive deeper on your own time.

If you are interested in venturing into the wide world of Cyber Security, Evolve is the perfect place to start. Even if, like me, you have experience in a specific discipline like Network Security, Evolves curriculum will touch almost every field within Cybersecurity and allow you to experiment, explore, and find out what you are interested in the most.The Bootcamp is not easy; you need to commit a significant amount of time towards classes. Theres a lot of reading, research, solving fun challenges, and test your knowledge. By the end, you will have gained skills and experience and made a few friends along the way.

If you are looking to get started in cybersecurity this is the program to do it. The coursework covers a huge variety of topics, everything from the basics to hands on exercises that you will see in the real world. All of the instructors are extremely knowledgeable and have real world experience that translates directly in to the course. The career prep section helps you translate your experience in to what employers are looking for. The workload is a good balance of not being overwhelming while also allowing you to dive deeper if you want and have the time. It was challenging at times, but you get out of it what you put in. Overall, I am happy with my decision to enroll in the Evolve Security Academy and would recommend it to anyone looking to get in to cybersecurity.

The instructors and content for this boot-camp are excellent. It provides you with hands on cybersecurity experience that would be hard to get on your own or with any other boot-camp. The curriculum flows nicely and starts you out with basic security concepts but over the course of the boot-camp you get into high level security concepts/methods. The instructors did an amazing job at making sure that everyone understood the material and the labs before moving onto the next portion. The instructors that they have teaching this boot-camp are highly knowledgeable /skilled and were able to answer all my questions. This boot-camp offers both blue team and red team content which separates it from other boot-camps for Cybersecurity. The fact that it offers both blue/red team training and experience makes for more well rounded professionals when completing the course. You also get career coaching that aids in helping you find a position in the field. I want to make it clear that it is career coaching and not job placement, which means they will help you get your resume ready and give you tips/suggestion/methods for securing a job but it is not a job placement program. I would recommend this boot-camp to anyone looking to start or further their career in cybersecurity.

The cohort takes a very basic approach to cybersecurity. Theres a lot of information covered from a very high level and it does give you a good picture and understanding for different aspects of cybersecurity. There are different areas that felt kind of forced and maybe should have been given more time and attention than others. The academy did provide a great learning environment with the AIs, instructors and what I found most helpful, other classmates. Honestly, I think if ESA can just touch up some of the curriculum focus a bit more and add a bit more to job support, itd be a top notch place. Overall I am happy I took the bootcamp. It helps lay out a roadmap and expose you to a lot of information so you can make informed choices on a path within cyber.

When I interviewed for this course, I didnt expect them to ask me anything IT related. However, they did and I realized that the course was going to be an uphill battle. I didnt know what an IP address was and the only reason I knew what RAM stood for was because of Daft Punks Random Access Memories. So pretty much, I started this course with knowing nothing at all.However, by the end of the course, I was able to analyze PCAP files, create network designs, run an instance on AWS and create a LAMP stack from that instance, and gain root access on a black box. This might be cheesy, but Ive never felt prouder of myself than gaining root access during that web application assessment. That was the exact moment where I knew that Id be able to make in this career field.Many of the teachers I learned from were experts in their fields. I got a good dose of networking, governance, cryptography, virtualization, threat hunting, incident response, and a bunch of red team tools. Theres a bunch more that I was taught, but I think those are what stuck out most for me.Bootcamps arent for everyone and after the course was done, I went to other resources to enhance my skills. It will feel like trying to drink out of a firehouse, but the best part is that youll still be able to access the modules after the class is finished.Im excited for my career and what itll go. Evolve Security helped my find a passion that I didnt know was there. Im grateful for their ongoing support and if youre considering joining a cohort, sign up for an interview and tell Jeremy sent you! Good luck on your search.

First off, I would like to say if you have any interest in pursuing education and a career in Cybersecurity. Evolve Security Academy is the first place you should research no matter what! I began my education with the Evolve Security Academy with absolutely no knowledge in the information technology field, yet alone information security. Once I graduated from my bootcamp, I was surprised by the fact that I was able to comfortably speak about IT and cybersecurity with ease and actually know what Im doing when it came to working on home labs. This bootcamp experience was amazing, informative, and I learned a tremendous amount in 16 weeks! The bootcamp itself was fast paced and a new topic was learned every week but with the right instructors and training curriculum, it made the bootcamp fun. Just remember, I knew nothing about IT prior to starting and now I have a wealth of knowledge from this 16 week course. Dont be discouraged and press on the gas pedal with the Evolve Security Academy!!!

I was able to burn off the few months remainder of my GI Bill to attend ESA. So if you a veteran and have some GI Bill remaining, while this COVID19 pandemic is ongoing the VA will approve the school and you will get BAH for attending. As far as the course goes, the first thing to know that this is not based directly on a curriculum of certs like CompTIA, EC Council, etc. You do get a voucher for Security+, or if you have that you can get reimbursed 350 dollars. Personally, I think the course overall is good someone who is already in the IT industry, maybe working help desk or in a network admin job, and wanting to transition int cybersecurity. If your a complete beginner, I would suggest taking a cheap Udemy course or watching YouTube on A+ level certification videos first... having the basics of computers, networks, and security is definitely helpful before taking this course. The course has three parts a main discussion (where the entire class goes and listens to the lead instructor), the break out group ( about 10 of you in a room with an assistant instructor), and the lab/videos environment. For the best user experience and to get the most bang for your buck, my suggestion would be to get involved outside of class with other students. Build a team of your own or become a part one and work on CTFs together, kick job postings back and forth to each other, have discussions about cyber things, and make some great friends.

Attending Evolve Security Academy bootcamp is one of the best decisions Ive made in my career. I had a technical background but wanted to really focus on Cybersecurity. The 16 week program was not a piece of cake but with enough determination, patience and with the help of the knowledgeable instructors, I can proudly say that Ive done it. The modules were well thought of and classes were presented in a professional manner every session. I especially like the breakroom activities that gives us opportunity to work together in small teams to analyze and solve different tasks. Career coaching is also another strength of this program. Not only are students trained technically but they also guided us on how to present ourselves in the market and prepare for job hunting. Overall, Evolve has really done a great job exposing students with knowledge of the real world scenarios and possible solution relating to Cybersecurity. If you want to train to become a Cybersecurity professional, I strongly recommend joining the Evolve Security Academy. It requires work and sacrifice, but I assure you that its worth it.

This was a great learning experience that emphasizes hands on learning and application of the skills/knowledge domains that are taught. This program is great for anyone looking to get into the security field, but is not sure where to start. The program does a great job teaching the security domains and different skills required for those areas. This includes security operations architecture, security programs, threat intelligence, offensive security, and more. This approach allows their students to gain real world applicable skills that jobs are looking for, while giving them the exposure needed to decide which area of security interests them the most. Evolves Cyberlab provided an environment that made it really easy for students to access the technical tools needed to learn. Most importantly, their instructors are top-notch and are truly ambassadors of the security community. They truly want to help every student succeed and it clearly shows in their approach they bring to class every day.

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 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 took this bootcamp back in spring 2018. It was amazing. There was so much material to learn. I dont 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 dont regret ever doing this bootcamp.

Big fan of Evolve Security Academy and the alumni community. Ive received so many opportunities for professional growth in the industry through them and the mentorships they offer. Thanks again!

I attended the in-person bootcamp. Evolve was very helpful in every step of the process from learning to job placement. The curriculum and projects are based on real world situations which really prepares you for the industry. Moreover, the networking opportunities it provided has been instrumental during the job search. I believe my time at Evolve has equipped me with necessary skills and confidence for a career in Cybersecurity.

Evolve security acedemy is the best choice of cyber security to choose if you really want to know most of the secret behind cyber security . I really learn alot skills, help in job searching, excellent team work with great people and conducive environment . Thank you

I’m very happy to have attended Evolve Security Academy (I opted for the remote bootcamp option), as I had a fantastic educational experience and was a great step to starting my IT/ cybersecurity career. While its impossible to cover every aspect of cybersecurity in 17 weeks, the course provided a well-thought-out curriculum and a structured approach to covering the material (for example: starting with Networking => security frameworks => OSINT etc- the material built on itself).We also had great instructors who- not only conveyed the lessons in a clear, patient manner- but also tied in real-life examples that they’d encountered from their job experience.Lastly, we also had a capstone project where we conducted a full scale security assessment for a not-for-profit from start to finish. It was pretty awesome.

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 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 werent 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 cant 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.

Attending Evolve Security Academy opened doors, allowing me to change career paths. I went from an individual with zero technical knowledge to landing an entry-level cybersecurity position.The course work covers a wide variety of relevant cybersecurity topics and can be quite challenging at times. Although it is possible to complete the Bootcamp while working a full-time job, it can be a busy and stressful 17 weeks.Overall, Evolve provided me the needed base of knowledge to jumpstart my cybersecurity career.

If youre looking for an all around education in security, this is the place you should start. I came into this program with several years of tech experience looking to dive into security and they really did a good job helping me figure out what I wanted to do. The course is fast paced and packed with a broad range of information so you really get out of it what you put in. I cant emphasize on that enough .. PUT THE TIME IN. In hindsight, I wish I had spent more time absorbing every bit that I could. The price is steep BUT if you went around to other places getting education for certs and add it up, I think youll find its fair considering how much information you can learn from this course. The biggest advantage with this bootcamp is the support system. For anyone training for OSCP or other higher level technical certs, you know the frustration with looking for white papers, stack overflow posts, and youtube videos trying to find answers. Often the course material with many educational sites will leave you with many questions and its often hard to get answers. Here you will have a seasoned pro and several assistant educators and classmates that will help you find the right answers and help with any technical issues you run into. I do not however recommend this for those seeking to use it as a means to jump into the tech field. You should already have a decent understanding of networking, Windows server and workstation OSs, command line, etc. Overall I believe this bootcamp was worth it. Almost everyone in my cohort landed jobs in the security sector after completing this bootcamp.

Joining Evolve Security Academy is a great first step to start your Cybersecurity education. I had no prior IT experience before joining the bootcamp but the hands-on education with the security tools, the support provided by the instructor and AIs were beneficial to me grasping the knowledge. Although the bootcamp was intense, it was a great learning experience, the knowledge and information I gained from this bootcamp will put me in good stead for my future career in Cybersecurity.

A cyber security bootcamp with extremely valuable, Intense and rewarding exposure to a broad spectrum of cybersecurity!Evolve Security Academy is an excellent resource for anyone who wants to get involved in the information security industry. It is a program exposing students to experience in an extremely broad range of tools, techniques, and concepts. In addition, there is coaching on job hunting and help with interviewing and other useful job search techniques. You learn about Governance, Risk & Compliance frameworks as well as many tools, threat actors, and techniques for detecting breaches and for hacking. I would highly recommend this course to anyone looking to get a job in the industry.

The Evolve Academy Bootcamp was a fantastic educational experience. The material and instruction were insightful and concise. While its impossible to cover every aspect of security in 17 weeks, the course provided a holistic approach to the material and covered both overarching theoretical concepts as well as hands-on technical implementations. The instructors were also more than happy to encourage students to dig deeper on subjects they were interested in, and provided fantastic examples of principles based on their real world job experience.

Evolve Security Cybersecurity Bootcamp Remote is absolutely one of the best investments I ever made in my career. The best part for me was the exposure to the various cybersecurity tools I never would have been exposed to if I hadnt joined the program. I have an IT background with a Masters in Computer Science but this Bootcamp took me to a new level with the hands-on skills it provided to be better equipped for the job market. The instructors were absolutely knowledgeable in their fields, always willing to carry you along (you were allowed to ask any questions where you got confused or lost as no questions were considered dumb). I always looked forward to classes as there was always something new to be learned. It was rigorous but in the end all worth it and I definitely got my moneys worth.

This review is for the Evolve Security Academy bootcamp experience:I couldn’t think of a better place to start my new cybersecurity career than at Evolve Security Academy! I loved the bootcamp and learning alongside my 13 cohort mates. I’m impressed at how much the instructors have fit into their curriculum and supplemented the lectures with solid labs. As a cohort, we had the opportunity to perform an actual security assessment of a local non-profit organization and present our findings. There’s great value in learning not just how to ethically hack an organization, but to communicate the findings to clients as well. Evolve allowed me to do all of that.The instructors are great, and more importantly, they are also working professionals during the day (classes are at night) so all of their instruction is rooted in practice. Their passion for Cybersecurity is infectious - it’s clear they all love what they do. Outside of instruction, I found their admin/admissions team to be amazing. As one of their first GI Bill applicants, they patiently helped me navigate a complicated process to apply my education benefits.Note for Vets: My bootcamp was in the summer of 2019. At the time, I was receiving only partial BAH because the course was designated as part-time by the Illinois VA Dept. If you intend to use the GI Bill, check with Evolve’s Admissions team if that has changed, or understand that you may also receive partial BAH.My main criticism is that I wish the curriculum spent more time on defensive (blue team) learning than on offensive (red team). Security is so nuanced and specialized that it would be impossible to cover both in depth in just a single bootcamp. It’s a lot to ask for, I admit. But, you’ll find that more jobs align with security operations, incident response, and risk management than with penetration testing, so it makes more sense to tailor the bootcamp curriculum to the industry’s overall demands. Evolves Advanced Pen Testing course, which I’ve taken and loved, is the better venue to dive deep into red teaming.The job assistance also started later than I preferred. We touched on the job search, prep, and interview process a bit during the bootcamp, but those didn’t really kick off until after graduation.Overall, I rate Evolve Security Academy a solid 9/10. I loved the experience and the people, and if I could do it all over, I wouldn’t hesitate to start there again. Good luck!

I attended the cyber security boot camp fall session at Evolve Security. I never attended a boot camp before so I didnt know what to expect. Coming from the legal field with little technology skills I can honestly say I was a little intimidated. the 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.

It was such a privilege to have participated in this boot-camp. Even if I havent yet landed a cybersecurity job (dont know why), but I think I acquired enough skills to be able to do any entry-level cybersecurity job out there, and even more advanced ones.

I attended Evolve Securitys 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 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.

Attending Evolves infosec bootcamp was my first step into the infoSec world and I am not sure I could have chosen a better place to start. I did lots of research and eventually landed with Evolve Security Academy.What you learn from Evolve is undeniably immense and exactly what hiring managers are looking for. If you already work in the tech industry then the skills will be applicable immediately as they have for me.If you read reviews for other bootcamps you will often hear that its either a hit or miss depending on the instructors, I can tell you that every instructor at Evolve will have you wishing that they could have all been your instructor.The only fault with Evolves bootcamp is that it eventually had an end. Ha. I actually loved it so much that I became an instructional assistant for evolve. This is one family that you want to join and never leave!

I graduated as part of Evolve Security Academys Winter 2019 In-Person cohort. Ive 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 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, PenTesting, 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 cant 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.

Attending Evolves remote bootcamp has been the most important step in my cyber security career. I previously attended a traditional college and dont believe the experience was nearly as immersive as Evolve. Between the knowledgeable instructors and the passionate cohort, I feel like Evolve was a great experience. The material was great and I believe will transition well to the real world. It is a bit of a heavy load, especially if you are working full time but definitely doable if you make it a priority. Although I personally have not found a security position yet, there have been multiple students who have(before the conclusion of the cohort). I would recommend Evolve over traditional college classes if you are trying to enter the security field as fast as possible.

I was part of the PRO cohort (in-person) and it has changed my perception of the security industry. From someone with limited to no experience in the field before the bootcamp, it was fast paced and challenging, but even more rewarding when you finally understood the concepts introduced. The instructors and TAs demonstrate exceptional knowledge of IT and security as well as provide further instructions when needed, but without spoiling the lab or experience. I personally enjoyed the real-life experience the most as we had the opportunity to work with a not-for-profit organization and had to deliver a real security assessment. The job support was a large part of the final weeks and really pays off for the most ambitious students as they will most likely all land jobs within the next few months after completing the cohort, at least that was my and my classmates experience as we all have jobs as analysts or consultants. I will finish this review by saying that students that are willing to learn and put in the effort will definitely have a rewarding experience, and grow both personally and professionally.

Evolve Academy is the best place to study if you want to become a cybersecurity professional. The coursework is relevant, robust and challenging. Time management skills and dedication are essential for overall retention and success. Students learn directly from real-world professionals who support your journey - daily! This is a worthy educational commitment that will change your trajectory towards that of a skilled cybersecurity leader in the making. I highly recommend Evolve Security Academy and look forward to taking advanced boot camp options post-graduation.

Evolve Security Academy provided me with hands on experience that far surpassed my Bachelors Degree and caught the eye of a number of employers and recruiters. The knowledge and experience installing and navigating firewalls and Intrusion Prevention Systems and the vulnerability assessment my cohort conducted impressed a number of employers and landed me multiple offers within 2 months of completing my Evolve Security Certified Professional certification.

Great Hands On Experience, Excellent Support from the team and Great Curriculum from the students.

Had a great time! Course curriculum and all other covered topics were relevant and very applicable to mainstream trends and issues.

I attended the remote cohort from Sept 2019 to Dec 2019. It was phenominal. Our instructors were all expereinced individuals in cyber security. They brough real world expereince with them and peppered our labs and assignments with reality checks. The curriculum moves quick, but they have such a high instructor to student ratio, you always had someone to help you if you get stuck. With Evolve you really feel like youre with the best program. Job placement support has been awesome as well.

The curriculum was fluid, the labs are in depth, the instructors are awesome. It was a friendly learning experience, especially coming in with little or no security background. The career preparation is professional with positive expectations!

Evolve Security Academy focuses on taking individuals interested in cyber security and help turn that interest into a career.I was a recent grad from LU where I studied Criminal Justice and Computer Science. I lacked the hands on experience that was required to succeed in the IT space. I invested in myself and decided to join Evolve Security Academy. That is where I gained the skill set required to get my foot in the door and start a career in cyber security.Overall the Academy is a great learning experience for anyone with an interest in cyber security.

This Cohort was more than I expected and gave me all the tools to continue my Career in Cyber Security. After 1 week of completing my Linked profile and uploading my Resume on several Job Sites. I have been receiving emails from Job Recruiters very frequently.

I got more out of Evolve Security Academy than I did out of my college degree. From the hands on labs to the numerous networking events, this bootcamp was a fantastic overall experience. Everyone here was extremely knowledgeable and eager to help if any questions arose.

As a person who really thrives in a learning environment with instruction and support, I knew that it would be important for me to find a program that would offer me what I need. Initially, I was worried about the online learning environment and felt that it might be alienating. In fact, I think our class ended up being more social and connected than an IRL one because of the way the Zoom classroom is setup - we all face each other, literally. I made friends and possibly future colleagues. So, the social support component of this program is not to be underestimated. I really think the coursework is well designed. There are some hiccups here and there but honestly those difficulties seemed like a natural part of the learning process. I was super grateful to have plentiful career prep conversations, both with instructors as well as other classmates. Ive met some really great people through Evolves network and I honestly feel I have earned a solid foundation for my entry into infosec.

Paul Petefish, co-founder of Evolve Security Academy has helped me to go from an aspiring hacker to a full-time professional security consultant. I knew enough about information security to know what I wanted to do, but didnt have the skills or experience to obtain employment.However, after spending time with Paul engaging in hands on training and learning the important aspects of security I am now confident in my abilities as a consultant. Working with Paul was one of the greatest opportunities of my career!

Evolve is a great company. Every one I met was on point- very responsive and genuinely interested in your success!

This course is very well rounded, practical, and it teaches students the most useful fundamentals in a very forward-thinking way. The material was the perfect blend of techniques and tools that a person entering the cyber industry should be aware of this day in age. It was very organized, thorough, and easy to digest. I liked how we had labs, which are designed to provide a baseline understanding of the module, and then homework assignments that allow students to build on top of their newfound knowledge into an intermediate understanding of the subject. My instructor had a wealth of knowledge and experience from the military and NSA, and really emphasizes what it takes to work for any kind of company as well as consulting. I would recommend this course 10 out of 10 to anyone who not only wants to do cybersecurity but also for those who want to learn about other technologies that are extremely popular these days such as AWS and Terraform, (along the lines of DevSecOps). There were so many learning opportunities and I learned a ton. Thank you!

I had a blast! great group of people, instructors, and awesome relative content. Kudos on the selection process; and the content selection, especially the labs and projects. So much content that has proven to be very valuable to me already. I learned SO much. I mean it, so so much. Near the end of the cohort when I started updating my LinkedIn and resume, I begun to get interviews and I had 0 experience in the security background, and am getting close to placement now. The value is definitely there, the career prep is huge and our instructor Azeem has been awesome to work with - seriously, the patience and care in that man to ensure were staying engaged is admirable. Ive worked hospitality for years and I know how tough it can be to keep people motivated through dense periods of volume / business. Cant recommend enough!

Great organization! I recommend this to anyone who is remotely interested in a career involving information security.

As an employee, I had the unique experience of participating in the Evolve Security 17-week live in structor led bootcamp, an incredible experience, the Academy team works tirelessly to incorporate feedback and improve the coursework, labs, and direction of future modules. Having one foot in the bootcamp as a student, and one foot in the office as an employee, the appreciation of seeing how well balanced this program is, and my ability to contribute raw feedback was a rewarding experience. This is a fantastic program, and Im increasingly proud of what Ive learned and my ability to speak to aspects of security, both from a policy and technical perspective, that would have been improbable or prohibitively difficult to learn on my own, and with out the infrastructure of this program.

Evolve Security Academy has hands down changed my life! From the initial communication to the first day of class, the entire team was very responsive and helpful every step of the way. The curriculum and labs coupled with having instructors who work in the field, provide an unparalleled education in cybersecurity. The remote course was delivered in such a way that it felt like we were actually in a live class room and worked perfectly around a full time work schedule. The relationships I made in the cohort have been invaluable. I landed a job in cybersecurity by networking within the cohort and couldnt have gotten to where I am today without the mentorship of my professor, my classmates and Evolves phenomenal curriculum. The best investment I have ever made and it changed my life in a matter of months! If you grab this opportunity, put in the work and study hard, you will succeed and Evolve will be there every step of the way.

If you are looking for the best way to break into cybersecurity and willing to put in the work, the bootcamp is the perfect fit for you. I learned so many different tools and techniques about hacking within the 17-week period. I started the bootcamp as a novice who barely had any knowledge about networking, but after the bootcamp with a lot of practices on many different labs, I was able to comfortably run an assessment on a host or even a subnet (from initial scan for host discovery to exploitation and reporting). Besides, I really enjoyed those blue team – red team exercises where we were divided into team and started attacking on each other. These exercises really helped me get better understanding about hacking from different vantage points, both defensive and offensive sides. As a software developer, I found this experience very valuable since it helped me become more aware about security and know how to properly harden my system to prevent potential attacks. All in all, I am very satisfied with the experience I got from the bootcamp and definitely recommend anyone who has an interest in cybersecurity.

Evolve gave the confidence and knowledge needed in order to understand and persue a career in Cybersecurity. I strongly recommend them if you are looking for a high paid and high demand career.

It pays to ‘evolve’ as a CyberSecurity PRO with Evolve Academy!I was just out Downtown Chicago with some IT professionals with experience in cyber security. Shocking it was to learn about the day to day breaches and the increase in the sophistication level of attackers despite technology improvements by security professionals. I thought – no industry is immune to threats – this to me means there would be a continuous need for security professionals across every industry to assist organizations detect possible threats to avoid being breached. Sounds interesting right? So off the back of the chat with these IT guys, I decided to enquire more about cyber security and what life is like as a cyber security professional. Evolve Security Academy came up in one of researches and here I am today in the process of ‘evolving’ as a cyber security pro.I must state that this academy is exceptional in many ways. The course schedule was the first catch – very flexible. We had remote class work the first 4 weeks of the training. Tedious but was good exercise for people with little or no knowledge and wanting to get into the infosec space. For the in-person part of the training, we kick off at 6pm to 9pm Mondays through Thursdays and 9am to 3pm every other Saturday. I look forward to every class – Paul Petefish, our instructor starts off the class by getting us to discuss what’s in the news re data breach etc . Then we have our lecture; Paul knows his stuff. He dissects each curriculum in such a way that a novice is able to grab infosec concepts as quickly as possible. The Q&A during lectures is helpful. Our adjunct instructors are industry experts – imagine being in a classroom with such great talents! There is also the opportunity to attend seminars for free (e.g. THOTCON) - thanks to Evolve’s leadership team.We get hands-on experience. Lab work is fun – we pen test, run vulnerability scans, harden systems, etc). We sometimes get to work in groups; this helps me a lot as I get to pick others’ brains (especially when we’re doing lab work) and ultimately expanding my cybersec knowledge. The team is a fantastic one – from diverse background, and with wealth of experience from various industries.Chocolate, chips, peanut butter cookies etc keep the team going throughout the lecture. The class is never boring! It has been a rewarding experience so far…. More weeks to go. I recommend Evolve Security Academy to anyone looking to become a CyberSecurity pro in 13 weeks.

Wasnt impressed by this bootcamp at all. AVOID.

Number one cybersecurity boot camp in the world!

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Evolve was a great experience. Great teachers and assistant instructors, and I had a job lined up before even graduating.