Cybersecurity

Master Ethical Hacking, Network Security, and Digital Forensics through 100% remote cohorts available across the U.S. Veterans & VA Benefit Users: To comply with VA regulations, instruction must be completed in-person at our main campus in SeaTac, WA.
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Your Instructor
Ivan Avilla
Ivan is a well rounded Cyber Security professional with over 24 years of professional experience in both government and major telecom sectors. I currently specialize in Cybersecurity Leadership and Cyber Incident Response/Handling, Digital Forensics, Malware Analysis and Penetration Testing.
Course Overview

Master Ethical Hacking, Network Security, and Digital Forensics through 100% remote cohorts available across the U.S. Veterans & VA Benefit Users: To comply with VA regulations, instruction must be completed in-person at our main campus in SeaTac, WA.

What you’ll learn

Course Objectives

Course Prerequisites

What does this course look like?

  • Career Outcomes: Cybersecurity Analyst, Security Engineer, Penetration Tester, Incident Responder
  • Location Accessibility: 100% Remote (Nationwide US) | In-Person (SeaTac, WA)
  • Veteran Eligibility: GI Bill® & VA Benefit Approved (In-Person Only)
  • Core Tech Stack: Python for Security, Linux, Windows Security, Cloud Security, Networking
  • Course Duration: 16 Weeks (Immersive)
  • Credential: Professional Certificate of Completion + Certification Prep
  • Who is it for?

    This immersive program is designed for:

    • U.S. Career Changers: Students across the United States seeking the flexibility of 100% remote, expert-led training to enter the security field.
    • Veterans & Transitioning Military: Service members in Washington State seeking VA-approved, hands-on vocational training at our SeaTac campus to protect national infrastructure.
    • IT Professionals: System admins and developers looking to specialize in offensive security, ethical hacking, and threat mitigation.

    Course-Specific FAQ

    Q: Can I take the Skillspire Cybersecurity Bootcamp if I live outside of Washington?

    A: Yes! Our Cybersecurity course is available 100% remote for students across the United States. We offer live, instructor-led sessions that provide the same rigor as our in-person training from any state.

    Q: I am a Veteran; can I take this course online using my GI Bill®?

    A: No. To ensure VA compliance and provide the highest level of hands-on mentorship, all VA-funded programs must be taken in-person at our main campus in SeaTac, Washington.

    Q: Does the curriculum prepare me for industry certifications?

    A: Yes. The program covers foundational and advanced topics that prepare you for certifications such as CompTIA Security+, Network+, and provides a deep dive into Ethical Hacking.

    Course Syllabus

    Course Program Stages
    Duration:
    Total Hours:
    Week
    Stage
    1
    -
    Introduction to Cybersecurity
    • Lecture: Basic commands and communication protocols
    • Lecture: Fundamental structures of the operating system
    • Exercise: Basic commands and communication protocols lab
    • Quiz: Basic concepts of cybersecurity

    Week
    Stage
    2
    -
    Computer Networking
    • Lecture: Introduction to networking
    • Lecture: OSI and TCP/IP model
    • Exercise: Networking lab
    • Quiz: Networking concepts
    Week
    Stage
    3
    -
    Microsoft/Windows Security
    • Lecture: Introduction to Windows client and server
    • Lecture: Powershell, permissions, and security
    • Exercise: Windows security lab
    • Quiz: Windows security concepts

    Week
    Stage
    4
    -
    Linux Security
    • Lecture: Introduction to Linux
    • Lecture: Permissions, users, and administration
    • Exercise: Linux security lab
    • Quiz: Linux security concepts
    Week
    Stage
    5
    -
    Cloud Security
    • Lecture: Cloud fundamentals
    • Lecture: Containers in the Cloud and Cloud security
    • Exercise: Cloud security lab
    • Quiz: Cloud security concepts

    View the full program syllabus, click for access!

    Start Date
    November 10, 2026
    End Date
    March 9, 2027
    Enrollment Status
    Open
    Location
    Remote
    Start Date
    November 10, 2026
    End Date
    March 9, 2027
    Enrollment Status
    Open
    Location
    In-person
    Start Date
    May 28, 2026
    End Date
    September 22, 2026
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    Open
    Location
    Remote
    Start Date
    May 28, 2026
    End Date
    September 22, 2026
    Enrollment Status
    Open
    Location
    In-person

    Cohort Schedule

    Start Date
    End Date
    Enrollment Status
    Location
    May 28, 2026
    September 22, 2026
    Open
    In-person
    May 28, 2026
    September 22, 2026
    Open
    Remote
    November 10, 2026
    March 9, 2027
    Open
    In-person
    November 10, 2026
    March 9, 2027
    Open
    Remote
    Start Date
    November 10, 2026
    End Date
    March 9, 2027
    Enrollment Status
    Open
    Location
    Remote
    Start Date
    November 10, 2026
    End Date
    March 9, 2027
    Enrollment Status
    Open
    Location
    In-person
    Start Date
    May 28, 2026
    End Date
    September 22, 2026
    Enrollment Status
    Open
    Location
    Remote
    Start Date
    May 28, 2026
    End Date
    September 22, 2026
    Enrollment Status
    Open
    Location
    In-person

    Cohort Time Schedule

    Mon
    5:00PM - 8:00PM PST
    Tue
    5:00PM - 8:00PM PST
    Wed
    5:00PM - 8:00PM PST
    Thu
    5:00PM - 8:00PM PST
    Fri
    Sat
    9:00AM - 3:00PM PST
    Sun
    Start Date
    November 10, 2026
    End Date
    March 9, 2027
    Enrollment Status
    Open
    Location
    Remote
    Start Date
    November 10, 2026
    End Date
    March 9, 2027
    Enrollment Status
    Open
    Location
    In-person
    Start Date
    May 28, 2026
    End Date
    September 22, 2026
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    Open
    Location
    Remote
    Start Date
    May 28, 2026
    End Date
    September 22, 2026
    Enrollment Status
    Open
    Location
    In-person

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