Master Cybersecurity for Startup Environments

Learn real-world cybersecurity skills tailored for fast-moving startup teams. Our hands-on programs prepare you for the unique challenges of protecting growing businesses.

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The Startup Security Challenge

Startups face a perfect storm of cybersecurity risks. Limited resources, rapid growth, and evolving infrastructure create vulnerabilities that traditional security approaches can't address.

43% Startups Breached
.5M Average Cost
280 Days to Detect

Our Learning Philosophy

We believe cybersecurity education should mirror real startup environments — fast, practical, and immediately applicable.

Sprint-Based Learning

Short, intensive modules that fit into busy schedules while delivering maximum impact through focused skill development.

Real-World Scenarios

Every lesson draws from actual startup security incidents, giving you experience with problems you'll face in your career.

Build-As-You-Learn

Create actual security tools and frameworks throughout your program that you can implement immediately in your work.

Program Pathways

Choose your learning journey based on your current role and career goals in cybersecurity.

Security Foundations for Startups

8 weeks • Starting Fall 2025

Perfect for startup employees who need to understand security basics. Covers risk assessment, basic incident response, and security culture building.

Risk Assessment
Policy Development
Team Training

Startup Security Engineering

12 weeks • Starting Winter 2026

Technical deep-dive for developers and engineers. Learn to build security into products from day one, including secure coding and architecture design.

Secure Development
Cloud Security
DevSecOps

CISO Leadership Track

16 weeks • Starting Spring 2026

Executive-level program for those ready to lead security initiatives. Covers board communication, budget planning, and strategic security planning.

Executive Communication
Budget Planning
Compliance Strategy

Industry-Specific Training

Different startup sectors face unique security challenges. Our programs adapt to the specific risks and requirements of your industry.

FinTech
Regulatory compliance, payment security, and fraud prevention strategies.
HealthTech
HIPAA compliance, patient data protection, and medical device security.
SaaS Platforms
Multi-tenant security, API protection, and customer data isolation.
E-commerce
Customer data protection, payment processing security, and fraud detection.
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Cassius Rainford
Security Architect
Built security systems for three unicorn startups, specializing in rapid scaling challenges.
Zelda Thornwick
Former CISO
Led security teams through multiple startup acquisitions and IPO preparations.

Learn from Security Veterans

Our instructors have walked the startup security path themselves. They understand the unique pressures of building security programs with limited resources and tight timelines.

Office Hours
Weekly one-on-one sessions to discuss your specific security challenges and career questions.
Case Study Reviews
Analyze real security incidents from our instructors' experiences, including lessons learned and better approaches.
Career Mentorship
Guidance on building your security career, from first security role to leadership positions.
Network Access
Connect with other security professionals working in startup environments through our alumni network.