You get personal coaching from the person who coaches the Switzerlands national hacking team and the current WorldSkills world champions. Every week you solve security challenges in our on-demand labs. Then we have a call to work through what you struggled with and pass new knowledge onto you.
Complete challenges on the Endolums Academy platform. You'll work with the same tools and techniques used in real penetration tests and security operation teams.
Review your progress, work through blockers and watch live demonstrations of techniques. You'll get context from industry experience.
New challenges every week to build your skills progressively. Each topic connects to actual job roles in cybersecurity.
You're in year 3+ of your IT apprenticeship (Informatiker EFZ). You know Linux basics, Windows, Active Directory and Python or Bash, and you're ready to specialize in security.
You've worked in IT for 4+ years. Helpdesk, sysadmin, developer. You know Linux basics, Windows, Active Directory and Python or Bash, and you're ready to specialize in security.
You can commit 15-20 hours per week. You're ready to challenge yourself through labs and learn from mistakes.
We unfortunately can't do the learning for you, however we can support you on your journey and fill the gaps.
Everyone completes the foundation. Then you choose offensive security or cyber defense.
Find and exploit system vulnerabilities
Detect and prevent threats
You're curious about how systems, like solving puzzles and find creative solutions. You want to help organizations by showing them their weaknesses.
You like understanding how attackers operate so you can stop them. You're detail oriented and enjoy analyzing patterns. You want to defend organizations and respond to incidents.
You get 24 hours to complete a practical exam. The format is CTF-style with automated flag validation. You need to capture 70% of the flags to pass and 100% to receive an excellence distinction on their certificate.
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We're mentoring and guiding you to get you into cyber. Thats our goal!
No, but you need IT fundamentals. You should be comfortable with Linux command line, Windows, Active Directory, basic scripting (Python or Bash), and networking concepts. If you're in year 3+ of an IT apprenticeship or have worked in IT for a few years, you're likely ready. If not, we'll get you ready!
Plan for 15-20 hours per week. This includes completing weekly challenges (10-15 hours) and the coaching call. This is an intensive program, not a casual course.
You must attempt all labs before each coaching call. Getting stuck is expected and part of the learning process. Bring your questions to the call. However, skipping challenges without genuine effort is not acceptable.
You choose your specialization track (offensive or defensive) after completing the 4-week foundation. Once you've finished one track and passed the exam, you can return to take the other specialization track.
A computer with a modern browser and a terminal. All virtual machines run in our cloud infrastructure. You might need VPN client to connect to the external lab environment.
You'll receive the Elite Cyber certificate after passing the exam. You can pursue advanced certifications like ECDA, OSCP, or other industry certifications. You'll have practical experience and a portfolio that demonstrates your skills.
