Evolve Security Academy

If you're willing to put in the work and spend hours learning the material; this Boot Camp will pay off.  The team at Evolve Security provided the structure I needed to stay focused and get my OSCP.  We did have an instructor change half way through bit they recovered well and it did not interfere with the flow of the course.  The team cares about the students and makes themselves available at all hours.  They have a little work to do with the new changes to the exam but I am confident they'll adjust. Read less

I couldn’t have asked for a better experience than I received at Evolve Security Academy! From the hands on curriculum and supportive peers, to the complementary career coaching, I managed to completely change my life for the better! I went from a college dropout with experience with computers or cybersecurity, to a cybersecurity professional in Evolve Security Academy’s 20 week bootcamp! Read less

I really could not have picked a better boot camp! I learned way more about cybersecurity than I imagined I could. First of all the scheduling was great. I'm sure it helped all of us with not getting burned even with all of the information we learned throughout the entire 20 weeks. The instructors as well as the assistant instructors were so knowledgeable, patient and helpful. Everyone was willing and eager to answer all of our questions that we could have had. I really loved the amount of hands on learning we did as it helped me retain a vast majority of the material that was given throughout the course. The only thing I wish that we covered more of was how to properly do write ups for security assessments, but I'm sure that can be added in for the upcoming cohorts. Our career coach was also extremely encouraging and made sure that we knew how much value we hold as cybersecurity experts and that we can SURELY pave a way for ourselves in this industry. That helped me boost my confidence a lot while making my way through the boot camp. All in all I am so glad that I made the decision to attend Evolve Security academy and I 10/10 recommend anyone else considering this school to go for it.Mor Read less

The education I have received from Evolve Cybersecurity Academy has been exemplary. The course has given me the ability to participate in cybersecurity competitions I never thought possible and to apply the knowledge I have learned in my current job as well as into the future. The staff, instructors and assistant instructors as well as fellow students within the cohort have all been supportive. They have all been a positive influence in my life. Thank you Evolve Cybersecurity Academy. 

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I want to preface this review by stating that, at the time of this review (8/19/2021), I am employed by Evolve Security. However, if I did not think highly of them as a company I would not have accepted their offer.

I have a background in web and mobile application development, so some of the topics covered I already knew, such as Python programming. Having said that I still learned more than I thought was possible in such a short amount of time. At times it felt like I was drinking knowledge from a fire hose.

The curriculum, teachers, labs, and collaborative work time made the fire hose of knowledge manageable and incredibly enjoyable. The instructors were all industry veterans with a tremendous amount of knowledge and experience, and on top of that were some of the nicest people I've met.

I made friends that I know will remain friends for years to come. I don't regret a thing! If you enjoy learning and continuously growing as a person and are interested in the cybersecurity industry I recommend you at least inquire with Evolve Security to get a feel for them as a company and an educator. Read less

I enjoyed my time in the 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.​ Read less

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. Read less

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 aren't 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. It's 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!  Read less

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+ Read less

Pros: 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 classmates 
           through 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/coverletter/practice interviews and many more. I would 
           recommend to take full advantage of the career prep from the beginning of the course instead of waiting till the end the same for studying for 
           security+ exam. I would also recommend to start networking within the field starting from the beginning of the course instead of waiting till 
           the 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 quiz
          which 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 and 
          entering the field as they will always be there for you assistance.


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Thoroughly comprehensive and foundational introduction to modern cybersecurity. This program really addresses every aspect for the new cybersecurity career candidate in a carefully planned curriculum that makes learning easier and more engaging. The learning resources, instructors, and support provided set this academy apart as the high standard in cybersecurity instruction. Read less

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. Read less

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. Read less

When I interviewed for this course, I didn't 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 didn't know what an IP address was and the only reason I knew what RAM stood for was because of Daft Punk's 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 I've never felt prouder of myself than gaining root access during that web application assessment. That was the exact moment where I knew that I'd 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. There's a bunch more that I was taught, but I think those are what stuck out most for me.

Bootcamps aren't 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 you'll still be able to access the modules after the class is finished.

I'm excited for my career and what it'll go. Evolve Security helped my find a passion that I didn't know was there. I'm grateful for their ongoing support and if you're considering joining a cohort, sign up for an interview and tell Jeremy sent you! Good luck on your search. Read less

The cohort takes a very basic approach to cybersecurity. There's 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 other. The academy did provide a great learning environment with the AI's, 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, it'd 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. Read less

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.  Read less