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Evolve Security Academy

Average Rating4.87
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Evolve Security Academy is a cybersecurity training institution that offers a 20-week, part-time cybersecurity bootcamp live-online and instructor-led. The holistic Cybersecurity Bootcamp provides hands-on and immersive training, giving students the concrete and practical skills they will actually need on the job. Students gain real work experience through the live security assessment work they perform on non-profit organizations. With over 600,000 unfilled cyber secu...
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  • Anthony
    Anthony
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    Apr 24, 2018
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    Can't believe how much I learned...!

    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 definit...

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  • Sandrine Mamigonian
    Graduate • Cybersecurity Bootcamp: Live-Online • Chicago
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    Jan 18, 2024
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    Transitioning from graphic design to cybersecurity

    I recently transitioned from graphic design to cyber security, and I'm grateful for Evolve Academy's support. Despite no prior IT knowledge, the transition was smooth due to their comprehensive assistance. Step-by-step guidance, teacher availability, and recorded lectures provided a personalized and flexible learning experience. Collaborative classes pushed me out of my comfort zone, and concerns about isolation were alleviated by a supportive virtual community. Mike, an exceptional teac...
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  • Alex Saldierna
    Graduate • Cybersecurity Bootcamp: Live-Online • Chicago
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    Jul 25, 2023
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    Great Learning Experience

    The staff at Evolve Academy very much cares about making sure you succeed and indeed makes it their priority, and offers so many options towards your career in cybersecurity. The entire culture at Evolve Academy was very welcoming of people from all backgrounds into the field of cybersecurity and building up our knowledge, and more importantly, confidence towards achieving our goals. The job prep sessions are amazing and the networking skills we've developed are invaluable regard...
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  • Seth Reiman
    Graduate • Cybersecurity Bootcamp: Live-Online • Chicago
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    Jun 28, 2023
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    Is it the right choice?

    I was somewhat unsure when I started the bootcamp.  There are so many options out there, was I making the right choice?  After starting, my choice was confirmed again and again.  The instructors were experts in their field, the content was thorough, the TA's showed interest in helping others and I learn, alumni were generous in helping and networking, and even others in the industry had heard good things about Evolve Academy.  All in all, a choice well made.
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  • Richard Carter
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    Mar 24, 2023
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    Challenging, well developed cybersecurity bootcamp

    My review is for an all online cybersecurity bootcamp, Evolve Security Academy. From the very beginning, it was a great experience. There were challenges along the way, but I feel so empowered after completing the course to pursue a career in cybersecurity. Instructors were great, labs were very useful, and they do a great job preparing students to get into the cyber workforce.
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  • Callum Goheen
    Cybersecurity Apprentice • Graduate • Cybersecurity Bootcamp: Live-Online • Chicago
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    Jan 09, 2023
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    Focussed and Hands-on Cybersecurity Bootcamp

    I had a great experience with Evolve. They provide a great learning environment for both total beginners in the tech space and people with experience. It prepares you for you career with plenty of career coaching and one-on-one time with the instructors. There is a focus on getting hands-on experience with many of the tools you will use throughout a cybersecurity career.
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  • Andre Diuguid
    DevSecOps Cybersecurity Lead • Student • OSCP Bootcamp (Live-Online) • Chicago
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    Dec 06, 2022
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    EVOLVE SECURITY OSCP Bootcamp-review

    I really enjoyed the class.  It is run by a great group of instructors who really want you to succeed.  They take the time out to answer even the most nagging questions you might have floating around.   I recommend this class for anyone who wants to get into Penetration Testing and pass the OSCP.  It gives you tons of hands on and you get access to Offsec Learn One for a year as well.  PEN-200 but you get so much more to practice on like proving grounds etc.  If your serious, then this i...
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  • Rob Kemp
    Graduate • Cybersecurity Bootcamp: Live-Online • Chicago
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    Nov 04, 2022
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    Great hands-on experience

    This is a great boot camp for getting a well-rounded education to prepare for an entry-level career in cyber security. The instructors were amazing! Great support, very timely. The one thing people need to realize before jumping into something like this is that this company is a business and like all businesses, they are in it to make money. That being said, I feel that the salesperson that I worked with was a little too "Cyber jobs are falling out of the sky!" and not as realistic as to...
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  • Laura D
    Graduate • Cybersecurity Bootcamp: Live-Online • Chicago
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    Aug 02, 2022
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    Cybersecurity

    I started the bootcamp with limited knowledge about IT and cybersecurity and in 6 months my knowledge has increased ten fold. The instructors were so personable and engaging and used real life scenarios and knowledge to enrich each learning topic that was covered. The bootcamp covered many aspects of Cybersecurity and allowed students to get a holistic thinking of the different areas. Every question was encouraged and every student was eager to learn and happy to study with me ev...
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  • Mitchell Shaw
    Graduate • Cybersecurity Bootcamp: Live-Online • Chicago
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    Jul 13, 2022
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    Glad I picked this one!

    The overarching experience beginning to end was amazing. From the interaction between the whole class to the amazing instructor Mike Creaney, I've made friends for life and established a real love for security technology!
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  • Mel Floyd
    Graduate • Cybersecurity Bootcamp: Live-Online • Chicago
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    Jun 29, 2022
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    Great Remote Bootcamp

    I found that the classes being live helped a lot, especially the time they were held as worked perfectly for my work schedule.  I feel more confident to acquire a security based IT role with the new knowledge and resources gained. I was recommended this by a former coworker and I've really enjoyed it.  I will be recommending it for anyone I know who may want to go into cybersecurity.
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  • Matthew Gray
    Graduate • Cybersecurity Bootcamp: Live-Online • Chicago
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    Jun 29, 2022
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    A Well Designed Learning Experience

    I found the value of Evolve as being surrounded by a career driven, learning oriented, cohort brought together and led through the vast cyber landscape. Each piece of the learning puzzle comes together with Evolve to create a overall great experience.
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  • Austin Robles
    Technical Help Desk • Graduate • Cybersecurity Bootcamp: Live-Online • Chicago
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    Jun 29, 2022
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    Skill-based Learning

    Evolve Security Academy provides the structured support necessary for learning the fundamentals of cybersecurity. We learned AWS basics, traffic analysis with Wireshark, pentesting methods, and cybersecurity frameworks to give students a well-rounded perspective of the profession. I feel that with this course I am now ready to enter the infosec workforce. 
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How much does Evolve Security Academy cost?

Evolve Security Academy costs around $13,950. On the lower end, some Evolve Security Academy courses like OSCP Bootcamp (Live-Online) cost $5,250.

What courses does Evolve Security Academy teach?

Evolve Security Academy offers courses like Cybersecurity Bootcamp: Live-Online, OSCP Bootcamp (Live-Online).

Where does Evolve Security Academy have campuses?

Evolve Security Academy has an in-person campus in Chicago.

Is Evolve Security Academy worth it?

Evolve Security Academy hasn't shared alumni outcomes yet, but one way to determine if a bootcamp is worth it is by reading alumni reviews. 164 Evolve Security Academy alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed Evolve Security Academy on Course Report - you should start there!

Is Evolve Security Academy legit?

We let alumni answer that question. 164 Evolve Security Academy alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed Evolve Security Academy and rate their overall experience a 4.87 out of 5.

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You can read 164 reviews of Evolve Security Academy on Course Report! Evolve Security Academy alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed Evolve Security Academy and rate their overall experience a 4.87 out of 5.

Is Evolve Security Academy accredited?

While bootcamps must be approved to operate, accreditation is relatively rare. Evolve Security Academy doesn't yet share information about their accreditation status.

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