Cyber Penetration Tester WE :: Apr 17th – Sep 19th
04/17/2021 | Divergence Academy
400-hour immersive program. Our classes run from 8 am – 6 pm, every week on Saturday and Sunday.
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Modules
160
Hours of instruction
240
Hours of labs
Course overview
Creating the next generation of Ethical Hackers
Divergence Academy is the very first institute bringing programs at the intersection of artificial intelligence and cybersecurity. Students graduate with sought-after knowledge, priming them for careers as tier 1 security engineers, threat analysts, and pen testers.
Essential Industry Skills: Harness the leading-edge tools ethical hackers use to identify threat vectors, decipher cryptographic messages, and defend the world from malicious activities.
Real-World Experience: Apply and develop advanced tool kits, understand the back-end of operating systems, and fight against real time threat actors.
$0 Upfront Tuition Options: Including income share agreements, scholarships, payment plans, and loans. Options start at $0 upfront, where available.
Dedicated Job Support at Every Step: Develop a winning portfolio, effective technical interview tactics, and more with your personal career coach.
Employer Network: Don’t settle. Our community of hiring partners includes the best companies across a range of growing industries.
Made With — and For — Employers: We work with our network of partners to ensure our continually updated program curriculum meets today’s demands on the job.
Student Experience
Our comprehensive course is 400 hours in duration and can be completed in three different schedules: 10 weeks from Mon to Fri between 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM, 20 weeks from Mon to Fri between 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM, and 20 weeks from Mon to Fri between 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Expert-Led Instruction That Gets You Job-Ready: Become an elite ethical hacker. Gain skills and collaborate with leading professionals through lectures, research exercises, and real-world simulations.
Exclusive Access to Leaders in Security: Our program offers countless opportunities to learn and engage with security professionals from around the world through guest speakers, alumni gatherings, and topical community events.
Gain a Valuable Professional Network: Transform and grow your career alongside peers (and potential collaborators) on campus and in our Connected Classroom. The DA community is a priceless resource — just ask our alumni.
Course Details
Virtualization and Cloud: Get acquainted with Server architecture, storage, security, networking, troubleshooting, disaster recovery. Move the components of the server infrastructure into the Cloud via Virtualization, Additional security, Deployment, Operations and automation.
Wired and Wireless Networking: Learn Information Technology network foundations to work better with security practitioners. This module covers newer hardware, cloud computing best practices, service models, and hands-on troubleshooting of small, medium, and large simulated networks for network resiliency.
Security and Pentesting: Install and configure systems to secure applications, networks, and devices; perform threat analysis and respond with appropriate mitigation techniques; participate in risk mitigation activities; and operate with an awareness of applicable policies, laws, and regulations. In addition – plan and scope an assessment, understand legal and compliance requirements, perform vulnerability scanning and penetration testing, analyze data, and effectively report and communicate results.
Certifications: By the end of this course you will have the skills needed to acquire CompTIA Network+, CompTIA Security+, and CompTIA Pentest+. You also will have gained an opportunity to combine certifications into a stackables for Cloud Professional (Network+ / Cloud+), Network Infrastructure Professional (Network+ / Server+), Linux Network Professional (Network+ / Linux+), Secure Cloud Professional (Security+ / Cloud+), and Network Vulnerability Assessment Professional (Security+, Pentest+).
Student projects
Course overview
Graduate with a Professional Portfolio:
Instructors
Our instructors represent the brightest professionals from companies like Microsoft, Amazon Web Services, and Sabre. They bring in-depth experience from the field to the classroom each day, providing invaluable insights into succeeding on the job.
Shane Walker, Dallas, Cybersecurity Instructor
James Anderson, Dallas, Cybersecurity Instructor
Bret Harder, Dallas, Cybersecurity Instructor
Xerxes Cama, Dallas, Cybersecurity Instructor
Logan Hillard, Cybersecurity Instructor
Career Support
Strategy and Accountability: Our Career Services team works with you to individualize your path to a new career. Stay on track and motivated from the first day of class!
Resume Review: Learn how to design and tailor your resume to land the career you are looking for. Remember: every word counts.
LinkedIn Optimization: LinkedIn profiles are now mandatory extensions of our resumes. Setting up a thoughtful, well-written profile is the make or break for many inquiring employers. Using industry tips and tricks, we’ll work with you to spruce up yours.
Interview Preparation: Set up mock interviews to nail the real thing. Learn to develop effective interview strategies, get detailed feedback, and reduce stress before actual interviews.
Networking Opportunities: Learn how to navigate uncharted networking waters, tap into our expanding Divergence Alumni network, and watch your support and contacts grow!
Calendar
Dates of courses
17 Apr
03 May
Cyber Penetration Tester WDX1 :: May 3rd – Sep 17th
05/03/2021 | Divergence Academy
400-hour immersive program. Our classes run from 9 am – 1 pm, every week from Monday to Friday.
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Cyber Penetration Tester WDX2 :: May 3rd – Sep 17th
05/03/2021 | Divergence Academy
400-hour immersive program. Our classes run from 2 pm – 6 pm, every week from Monday to Friday.
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Cyber Penetration Tester WD :: May 3rd – Jul 9th
05/03/2021 | Divergence Academy
Professional Penetration Testers are more than just Ethical Hackers, they are the frontline against malicious threats. We are currently accepting students for our 10-week program. Payment plans with no upfront costs and tuition assistance available.
Our classes run from 9 am – 6 pm, every week from Monday to Friday.
Last day to enroll is April 24th.
Note: In the unlikely event we do not have 8 learners confirm their enrollment by deadline, the class may be postponed or you may be requested to move to another course date.
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07 Jun
Cyber Penetration Tester WD :: Jun 7th – Aug 13th
06/07/2021 | Divergence Academy
Professional Penetration Testers are more than just Ethical Hackers, they are the frontline against malicious threats. We are currently accepting students for our 10-week program. Payment plans with no upfront costs and tuition assistance available.
Our classes run from 9 am – 6 pm, every week from Monday to Friday.
Last day to enroll is May 29th.
Note: In the unlikely event we do not have 8 learners confirm their enrollment by deadline, the class may be postponed or you may be requested to move to another course date.
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14 Jun
Cyber Penetration Tester WDX1 :: Jun 14th – Oct 29th
06/14/2021 | Divergence Academy
Professional Penetration Testers are more than just Ethical Hackers, they are the frontline against malicious threats. We are currently accepting students for our 20-week program. Payment plans with no upfront costs and tuition assistance available.
Our classes run from 9 am – 1 pm, every week from Monday to Friday.
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Cyber Penetration Tester WDX2 :: Jun 14th – Oct 29th
06/14/2021 | Divergence Academy
Professional Penetration Testers are more than just Ethical Hackers, they are the frontline against malicious threats. We are currently accepting students for our 20-week program. Payment plans with no upfront costs and tuition assistance available.
Our classes run from 2 pm – 6pm, every week from Monday to Friday.
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12 Jul
Cyber Penetration Tester WD :: Jul 12th – Sep 17th
07/12/2021 | Divergence Academy
Professional Penetration Testers are more than just Ethical Hackers, they are the frontline against malicious threats. We are currently accepting students for our 10-week program. Payment plans with no upfront costs and tuition assistance available.
Our classes run from 9 am – 6 pm, every week from Monday to Friday.
Register now
16 Aug
Cyber Penetration Tester WD :: Aug 16th – Oct 22nd
08/16/2021 | Divergence Academy
Professional Penetration Testers are more than just Ethical Hackers, they are the frontline against malicious threats. We are currently accepting students for our 10-week program. Payment plans with no upfront costs and tuition assistance available.
Our classes run from 9 am – 6 pm, every week from Monday to Friday.
Register now
23 Aug
Cyber Penetration Tester WDX1 :: Aug 23rd – Jan 28th
08/23/2021 | Divergence Academy
Professional Penetration Testers are more than just Ethical Hackers, they are the frontline against malicious threats. We are currently accepting students for our 20-week program. Payment plans with no upfront costs and tuition assistance available.
Our classes run from 9 am – 1 pm, every week from Monday to Friday.
Register now
Cyber Penetration Tester WDX2 :: Aug 23rd – Jan 28th
08/23/2021 | Divergence Academy
Professional Penetration Testers are more than just Ethical Hackers, they are the frontline against malicious threats. We are currently accepting students for our 20-week program. Payment plans with no upfront costs and tuition assistance available.
Our classes run from 2 pm – 6pm, every week from Monday to Friday.
Register now
13 Sep
Cyber Penetration Tester WD :: Sep 13th – Nov 19th
09/13/2021 | Divergence Academy
Professional Penetration Testers are more than just Ethical Hackers, they are the frontline against malicious threats. We are currently accepting students for our 10-week program. Payment plans with no upfront costs and tuition assistance available.
Our classes run from 9 am – 6 pm, every week from Monday to Friday.
Register now
04 Oct
Cyber Penetration Tester WDX2 :: Oct 4th – Mar 11th
10/04/2021 | Divergence Academy
Professional Penetration Testers are more than just Ethical Hackers, they are the frontline against malicious threats. We are currently accepting students for our 20-week program. Payment plans with no upfront costs and tuition assistance available.
Our classes run from 2 pm – 6pm, every week from Monday to Friday.
Register now
Cyber Penetration Tester WD :: Oct 4th – Dec 17th
10/04/2021 | Divergence Academy
Professional Penetration Testers are more than just Ethical Hackers, they are the frontline against malicious threats. We are currently accepting students for our 10-week program. Payment plans with no upfront costs and tuition assistance available.
Our classes run from 9 am – 6 pm, every week from Monday to Friday.
Register now
Cyber Penetration Tester WDX1 :: Oct 4th – Mar 11th
10/04/2021 | Divergence Academy
Professional Penetration Testers are more than just Ethical Hackers, they are the frontline against malicious threats. We are currently accepting students for our 20-week program. Payment plans with no upfront costs and tuition assistance available.
Our classes run from 9 am – 1 pm, every week from Monday to Friday.
Register now
29 Nov
Cyber Penetration Tester WD :: Nov 29th – Feb 18th
11/29/2021 | Divergence Academy
Professional Penetration Testers are more than just Ethical Hackers, they are the frontline against malicious threats. We are currently accepting students for our 10-week program. Payment plans with no upfront costs and tuition assistance available.
Our classes run from 9 am – 6 pm, every week from Monday to Friday.
Register now
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Loans
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Admissions Tour
Come visit our new training facility
Schedule an Admissions tour with our team to explore our new 10,000 sq ft space. Grab a coffee and meet Bear (our reigning, four-legged Chief Happiness Officer), step into a classroom, or find a comfy lounge and chat with one of our many helpful staff, alumni, or students about their experience here at Divergence Academy.
Admissions Process
Step 1
Research
So you want to be an ethical hacker, social engineer, data analyst, data scientist, or data visualizer? Maybe you've heard the cloud is where it's at, or you're an industry veteran that needs a skills refresh. Ask Google, do some research, search profiles on LinkedIn, and ask questions. Curiosity and a knack for research are essential skills for a technologist. Spend some time and bring your questions to the next step.
Step 2
Apply
Let's talk through it: your background, chosen path, weekday or weekend schedule, funding options, and more. Schedule an appointment with our Admissions Team.
Step 3
Online Wookie Course
Curious folks, we will not make you wait to get started on your learning journey. You'll be enrolled from the get-go in either Data or Cyber Wookie. Each provides valuable resources to help our future data scientists or ethical hackers prep for the first day of class.
Step 4
Decision
Congrats! Your funding has been verified and you are accepted into the program. Be on the lookout for a personalized Acceptance Letter via e-mail. You can always call us at 833-DIVERGE.
Step 5
Orientation
Experiencing first day jitters? Here's how we can help.
A week before your program starts, our Community Manager will get you onboarded to the learning platform, walk you through TWC enrollment paperwork, and connect you with future classmates.
Step 6
Ask Questions
"Besides technology skills, what else will help me land a solid job?"
Soft Skills.
And guess what? You can start practicing TODAY.
Frequently asked questions
Divergence Academy follows a 16:1 student to teacher ratio. Classrooms are equipped with six foot training tables, swivel ergonomic chairs and computers for each student. Instructors have flexible desk for standing or sitting, big screen TVs to display, whiteboards and the same capabilities for remote delivery.
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Career Advancement Civilian credentialing can contribute to military career development, and may be accepted for self-development requirements and in performance evaluations.
Smoother Transitions When you transition back to civilian employment, credentials help you translate your military training and experience into something civilian employers can easily recognize. That can help you get hired, get a better job, or be promoted sooner!”
“CA is subject to the same funding ceiling as Tuition Assistance (TA). A Soldier may use both TA and CA; however, you can’t get more than $4,000 total from both programs per fiscal year.”
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