Cybersecurity
NPower offers FREE accelerated training programs to young adults and veterans who are seeking more advanced IT training.
Cybersecurity is an advanced training course designed for students who are ready to move beyond the basics of IT and tackle more rigorous security specialties. This program includes:
- 18-week, part time online instruction
- Opportunity to earn industry-recognized, in-demand CompTIA Security+ certification
- Mentoring from senior level cybersecurity professionals and program alumni
- Career development workshops
- Job placement assistance with access to a wide range of top employers
- Opportunity to earn Cybersecurity Support Technician credential (in TX and NJ)*
- A range of social service and personal development support
- Access to an elite, supportive alumni network
*U.S. Department of Labor recognition; availability varies by region.
Program Eligibility:
- 1-2 years of technology experience or NPower alumni in good standing
- Preferred Certifications: CompTIA ITF+, A+, Network+, Google IT Professional, etc
- Strong knowledge of networking preferred
- Must be willing to submit to a background check and drug test for placement opportunities
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Veterans must be one of the following: honorably discharged / member of the Guard or Reserves
- Legally authorized to work in the US
- Located in or near the following cities: Baltimore, Dallas, Detroit, Los Angeles, Newark, New York City, San Francisco, or St. Louis
Applications are considered on a rolling basis until the class is filled.
The curriculum for this program includes a NetAcad learning module courtesy of the Cisco Networking Academy.
"NPower was it. It was my way forward. I didn't have a college degree or any business connections, but I now have a tech career. From the bottom of my heart I want to thank NPower and the supporters who make it possible."
Information Security Analyst, NBCUniversal Media
There was a lot of support for young females trying to break into the IT field. We met many strong female role models through site visits which encouraged and impacted not just me but other females in my class. I had a lot of support from the NPower team, especially…
Cybersecurity Support Technician Apprentice
I am living proof that a dramatic life change is possible in one year. The [Cyber Security] program has given me the professional and technical training necessary for today’s cyber security workforce. Without it, I would not have had the opportunity to join a top financial firm [Morgan Stanley] as…
Security Operations Engineer, Morgan Stanley
Prior to NPower, I worked at a non-profit organization and decided to apply to the (NPower) program to gain technical knowledge so that I could pursue a degree in Computer Information Systems. During the cybersecurity program I was fortunate to secure an internship at Citi’s Fusion Center. Thanks to NPower…
Security Operations Associate, KPMG
