Cybersecurity Certificate
Bootcamp
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Program Overview
future-proof your career.
We're always iterating in response to the evolving market trends in technology. You'll learn the hottest tools of today, but more importantly you'll gain a lasting foundation for the tools of tomorrow.
Our instructors are experienced Cybersecurity professionals delivering curriculum developed by and for Cybersecurity professionals. You'll be taught by industry professionals, supported by ownership and staff who sincerely care about your success.
Students can select their learning path based on their individual needs. They have the following options:
- Online , Live-streamed scheduled program
- Online, Self-paced credit-bearing program
From exposure to our ever-growing network of employers to resume and portfolio reviews, our dedicated Student Success Team is here to help you throughout class and into the job search.
What is Cybersecurity
Businesses and Government are at greater risk of cyber attacks than ever before. From ransomware to cyber espionage, cybersecurity professionals are the first line of defense. It's their job to protect critical infrastructure, the technologies we use every day, and investigate or mitigate the damage when compromises do occur.
Is Cybersecurity right for you
This program is for people who want to make a difference in a field that is critical to the continued success of our digital way of life. Class is suitable for motivated learners who are serious about launching a career path in the broad field of cybersecurity. No prior computer science or security experience required.
High Level Curriculum
At DigitalCrafts, you’ll study industry-relevant tools and strategies utilized in the field. We offer two exciting paths to learning depending on your academic goals. Both paths are set to help you prepare to pursue a career path in cybersecurity. Our credit-bearing, self-paced path also allows you the opportunity to earn college credit for your program. Visit both paths and choose the path that’s right for you!
Online Live Instruction
Our Live, scheduled instruction path includes options for both full-time and part-time online instruction. This program is designed to help students prepare to take the CompTIA Security+ exam. Upon successful completion of the program, you will receive a voucher to schedule your exam.
Operating Systems
You will study fundamental concepts key to understanding system security and how hardware interfaces with software. Topics include binary, the Windows operating system, and the Linux operating system.
Networking Security
You will study the theory and practical application of how computers communicate. Topics include the OSI model, routing and switching technology, network security models and services, subnetting, and capturing and analyzing network traffic with wireshark.
Cloud Cryptography and Emerging Technology
You will study the transformational technologies being incorporated into modern infrastructures and driving the future of IT. Topics include virtualization, cloud, emerging technologies, cryptography, and IAM.
Application Security
You will study the software development lifecycle, software security best practices, and the different types of programming languages. Topics include basic web development with a focus on web technologies like HTML, PHP, and Javascript.
Offensive Security Operations
You will study computer exploitation methodology with a hands-on lab-based approach. Topics include gaining access to remote systems and the tools and techniques that ethical hackers use to get into secure environments.
Defensive Security Operations
You will study defensive concepts and techniques in cybersecurity. Topics include secure cryptography, access control models, the threat landscape, network monitoring with Splunk, incident response and forensics methodologies, vulnerability scanning with Nessus, risk and threat assessment, and regulatory compliance auditing.
Cyber Operations
You will study the various aspects of cyber operations concepts and methodologies. Topics covered will include physical security and incident handling and response. The course will conclude with a deep dive into Governance, Risk and Compliance strategies.
CompTIA Security+ Preparation
You will study test taking strategies, study habits, and content that CompTIA may require you to know to prove that you can be certifiable as a security professional.
Online Self-Paced Study
Our self-paced path allows you the flexibility to take a credit-bearing program on your own schedule. Each course is 4.5 quarter credit hours. This program is designed to help you prepare to take one of several CompTIA certification exams. Because this is a self-paced program, it will take discipline and determination to complete your credits. Upon successful completion, you will receive a voucher for the CompTIA exam of your choice.
IT Fundamentals for Cybersecurity
You will be introduced to information technology fundamentals as they apply to cybersecurity. Topics include computer hardware, software, configuration, and management of IT systems. The central focus of the course is the security of information technology components, systems, and communications.
Networking Fundamentals
You will study computer network hardware, software, connectivity methods, and protocols. Topics include security vulnerabilities and countermeasures. You will explore how to analyze networking solutions and design secure networked systems.
Cybersecurity Fundamentals
You will be introduced to the foundational knowledge that aligns with the NIST (NIST) National Initiative for Cybersecurity Education (NICE) Cybersecurity Workforce Framework. Topics covered include cybersecurity careers, fundamentals of cybersecurity, and professional ethics with respect to the cybersecurity discipline. Additional focus is placed on network and system architecture and design principles.
Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing
You will study ethical hacking concepts, methods, and best practices. You will gain hands-on experience with ethical hacking and penetration testing tools. Topics include concepts and tools for attacks, exploits, information gathering, and reporting.
Network Defense & Countermeasures
You will explore network defense topics including intrusion detection, network security, security incident management, and tactics and tools used in network defense. Hands-on labs are used to practice implementing network defense strategies and intrusion-detection strategies.
Cybersecurity Operations
You will be introduced to incident response methodologies and proper methods of handling digital forensic evidence. You will explore national and international legal aspects of digital forensics. Topics include digital forensic acquisition, preservation, analysis, and reporting. .
For more information on these courses, please visit our institutional catalog.
Course credits are not guaranteed to transfer to other schools. Transferability of credits is at the sole discretion of the receiving school.
I was really surprised with the career services team. They’re really helpful with getting a resume and LinkedIn ready. It’s like having someone you can ask for career advice at your fingertips. Elizabeth K., Cybersecurity, 2022
Live Online – Class Schedule
Full-Time | Part-Time
The below schedule is meant to demonstrate a typical day, but every class is different.
10:00am–1:00pm ET
Weekdays | Lectures & Assignments
Students often start the day with live lectures followed by exercises to reinforce the learning. Self-led assignments and activities are designed to help enforce cybersecurity topics through active participation and hands-on learning.
1:45pm–6:00pm ET
Weekdays | Projects & Labs
We believe in learning by doing and simulating a real-world work environment through project work. During labs, you can expect to use cybersecurity tools and processes professionals use to address cyber threats and problems that companies may face. Working alone or in groups, you'll work to build a foundation of cybersecurity skills and knowledge to take to potential employers.
6:30pm–9:30pm ET
Tuesday & Thursday Evenings
The part-time program follows the same curriculum as the full-time program, but day-to-day activities will vary. Evenings may primarily involve lectures in the first few weeks with interactive lab work and exercises and then progress into group projects.
10:00am–2:00pm ET
Saturdays
Saturdays in the cybersecurity program will pick up lectures and exercises from earlier in the week. Later weeks are typically reserved for project and lab time. Students must also complete assigned homework and projects outside of class hours to help retain learned security concepts.
Accelerated Learning and Continued Development
Workload
Maximum Effort Required
This program will challenge you, and after a full day of class our students are often charged with completing additional assignments designed to push their abilities as far as possible given such a condensed amount of time. This commitment of time and energy requires grit and determination, but you can do it if you believe in yourself and put in the work.
Elective Workshops
Exclusive Benefit for Students & Alumni
A career in software requires a lifetime commitment to learning new skills and technologies. You don't want to look up one day and find yourself a Blackberry developer in the age of the iPhone! We hold exclusive periodic elective workshops for students and alumni to help provide continuing education opportunities in myriad complementary topics. Every technology professional has heard the interview question, "Do you have experience with _?" This is our way of filling in the blank.
Cybersecurity Bootcamp FAQs
Base tuition for all bootcamps is $9,500. A refundable $99 deposit is required to enroll.
The remaining tuition may be paid in full before class starts, with an installment plan while in class, or financed over 3 to 10 years through one of our lending partners (though you're welcome to use your own if you'd prefer).
Scholarships and other offers are available for those who qualify to help reduce costs.
No, though prior experience is welcome, it is not required to apply to DigitalCrafts. Incoming students are assigned the applicable 'Intro Course' to help ensure everyone has some exposure before class starts.
In the DigitalCrafts cybersecurity bootcamp, you will study offensive and defensive cybersecurity measures that companies and the government use to protect their servers and vital information. These measures include testing systems for vulnerabilities and securing systems from attack. You will participate in hands-on work designed to provide skills to help you prepare to pursue a career path in cybersecurity.
The last two weeks of live, online bootcamp will be dedicated to helping you prepare to take the CompTIA Security+ certification exam. In the self-paced program, the curriculum is designed to help you prepare to take one of several different CompTIA certification exams.
The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Framework is a voluntary program and is a part of the U.S. Department of Commerce. The NIST is designed to help businesses of all sizes protect their networks and reduce their cybersecurity risks.
DigitalCrafts offers instruction and practical application in this important aspect of cybersecurity in the business world.
Online live cybersecurity bootcamps start every month. Our full-time bootcamps are 17 weeks with classes held every weekday from 10:00 am- 6:00 pm ET with a 45-minute lunch break. Our part-time bootcamps are 26 weeks with classes held Mon-Thurs from 6:30 pm-9:30 pm ET and Saturdays from 10:00 am-2:00 pm ET.
Our online (self-paced) bootcamp program begins weekly, on Wednesdays. The length of time to complete the 27-quarter credit hour program will be dependent on the student’s progress and success in the program but can be completed in as little as 15 weeks.
Probably not for the full-time format, which is truly an immersive Monday through Friday experience. If dedicating 40+ hours per week isn’t in the cards, consider our credit-based self-paced option or an online part-time format. Both are designed with working professionals in mind.
Windows (strongly suggested) or Mac laptop or desktop computer using Intel or AMD 64 bit processors. Mac M1 and Windows ARM systems will not be supported due to virtualization requirements. Students may use Linux x86 systems if desired but curriculum is written assuming a Windows, so that is our strongest suggestion.
Minimum:
Intel core i3 10th generation (or newer), 8+ GB RAM Memory, at least 150GB of free storage space.
Reliable broadband internet for streaming class.
Camera and microphone (laptop built-in should be fine).
Recommended:
Intel core i5 10th gen (or newer), 16+ GB RAM Memory, 512 GB SSD (with 80+ GB available).
Also recommend a 1 TB (min) external SSD for backups. Something like this is sufficient.
Important: Apple computers with M1 chips will not work for this class. M1 chips are not (yet) supported by several important tools required for completion. Chromebooks and iPads are also not sufficient.
Cybersecurity is one of the fastest-growing fields in the technology industry and there is a high demand expected for cybersecurity professionals. In fact, employment of Information Security Analysts is projected to grow 35% from 2021 to 2031.* According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual wage for Information Security Analysts was $102,600 in May 2021 in the U.S.*
* U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook for Information Security Analysts at https://www.bls.gov/ooh/computer-and-information-technology/information-security-analysts.htm, visited March 10, 2023. This data represents national figures and is not based on school-specific information. Conditions in your area may vary.
The Cybesecurity Bootcamp is designed to train you in offensive and defensive cybersecurity tools, tactics and strategies to defend against cyber attacks. You’ll be able to pursue a role as a Cybersecurity professional. Duties will vary but may include:
- Monotoring networks for malicious activity
- Configuring firewalls
- Designing secure network configurations
- Conducting vulnerability assesments
- and more
Students receive career support with their program which includes portfolio guidance, mock interviews, and virtual career fairs. In addition, our dedicated Student Services Team is available to provide detailed feedback on everything from cover letters and resumes, to projects, portfolios, and emails to potential employers.
DigitalCrafts offers students several options to pay their bootcamp tuition. For more information on those options, visit our tuition and financing page.
If you aren’t certain or not ready to take the step to a full course curriculum, DigitalCrafts offers free introductory courses designed to give you a jump start on your bootcamp education. These courses allow you to explore our different course offerings and choose the educational path right for you.
Our online, self-paced curriculum is a total of 27 quarter credit hours. Upon successful completion of this program, students can select a voucher to take one of six CompTIA certification exams.
DigitalCrafts is an Authorized CompTIA Partner. The online, self-paced program is designed to help you prepare for the following exams with some exceptions noted below:
- CompTIA A+
- CompTIA Security+
- CompTIA Network+
- CompTIA PenTest+*
- CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+)*
One voucher for the CompTIA exam of your choice will be provided for students who successfully complete the online, self-paced cybersecurity program. Vouchers expire within 12 months of purchase and are non-renewable. It is recommended you schedule your exam immediately upon voucher receipt.
*This exam includes some topics not addressed during our program. Additional study and preparation are always recommended and may be needed before taking any exam. DigitalCrafts cannot guarantee that graduates of this program will be eligible to take third-party certification examinations. Certification requirements for taking and passing these exams are controlled by outside entities and are subject to change without notice to DigitalCrafts.
DigitalCrafts is an Authorized CompTIA Partner. The online, live program is designed to help you prepare you for the CompTIA Security+ certification exam. One voucher will be provided for students who successfully complete the online, live cybersecurity program. Vouchers expire within 12 months of purchase and are non-renewable. It is recommended you schedule your exam immediately upon voucher receipt.*
*DigitalCrafts cannot guarantee that graduates of this program will be eligible to take third-party certification examinations. Certification requirements for taking and passing these exams are controlled by outside entities and are subject to change without notice to DigitalCrafts.
Students who enroll in our credit-bearing self-paced study program can benefit from the support of the DigitalCrafts team and their instructors. However, they will be provided with information to complete coursework on their own time and at their own pace. They will not receive live instruction but rather will be expected to complete their study and assignments for review on their own. Because this program is self-paced, students can start our program weekly. Classes begin every Wednesday.
- Review your syllabus carefully.
- Make note on a calendar of any deadlines.
- Schedule reminders to complete large assignments.
- Follow a schedule for learning - plan days and times to work on your class.
- Treat your study time as a non-breakable appointment with yourself.
- Find a quiet place to work or access your complimentary WeWork membership.
- Contact your instructor if you are confused or need help.
- Stay in touch with the student success team about the next steps.
