Online Cybersecurity Bootcamp
Detect current cyber threats and shield our computer networks from future attacks.
With cybersecurity employment predicted to grow 33% by 2033, there’s never been a better time to grow your IT skill set and earn an industry-aligned cybersecurity certification. QuickStart’s 100% online Cybersecurity Bootcamp can prepare you for a career in cybersecurity in 10-18 weeks.
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Duration 10 Weeks
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Upcoming Full-Time Cohort
Fortune Education recognized QuickStart’s Cybersecurity Bootcamp as the Best Cybersecurity Bootcamp for Real-World Training in 2024.
At a Glance: Cybersecurity Training
- Designed for entry-level cyber security jobs, no experience needed
- Affordable; flexible payment options available
- Full-time programs
(10 weeks) - 100% online instruction
- Dedicated job preparation for cybersecurity roles
- Beginner-friendly IT instruction for careers with annual salaries $20k higher than the national median
Your Learning Style
Take advantage of live, instructor-led courses and independent study.
Your Schedule
Full-time option to fit your lifestyle.
Your Future
Start a successful cybersecurity career with real-world training for beginners and extensive career support.
Explore Our Cyber Security Learning Experience
Impactful Projects and Assignments
During the bootcamp, you’ll create a strong portfolio of projects that show your skills with the top cybersecurity programs and tools. You’ll also take part in a "Capture the Flag" challenge, where you practice real-life hacking scenarios. At the end of the program, you’ll complete two career simulations — projects based on everyday tasks to prepare you for a cybersecurity job.
Virtual Hands-On Lab Experiences
Your cybersecurity courses will include several lab assignments that allow you to test your knowledge in a virtual, hands-on "sandbox environment." This is a controlled and secure space for students to experiment without the risk of causing damage or compromising actual systems.
Dedicated Cybersecurity Certification Preparation
Our bootcamp includes dedicated certification preparation (exam preparation, targeted reviews, and mock exams) during the final weeks of the program. We help students review and solidify cybersecurity skills prior to taking the industry-aligned CompTIA Sec+ certification exam. The CompTIA exam preparation course ($2,300), study guide ($170), and exam ($400) costs are all included in your bootcamp program price, for a savings of $2,870.
Comprehensive Student Support
Our bootcamp offers all-around student support services to improve the learning experience and create a supportive environment. We help students succeed in mastering cybersecurity skills through weekly virtual office hours, personalized 1:1 mentoring sessions and access to a 24/7 AI tutor.
Extensive Career Services
This online bootcamp equips you with the necessary skills for an entry-level cybersecurity role. We’ll also support you in finding internships that help you test these new skills. You will have access to a wide range of resources, including a career services platform with job opportunities and a talent portal where hiring organizations can contact you, and guidance on how to market your new cybersecurity credentials.
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Career Coaching
Focus on achieving your career goals through 30-minute sessions
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Interview Prep
Learn how to ace your cyber interviews for jobs or internships through constructive mock interviews.
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Resume Building
Build an IT resume and portfolio with the help of QuickStart's career coach.
High Growth, High Potential Cybersecurity Jobs
Our program prepares students for a range of cybersecurity roles. While salaries and positions will vary, explore the career opportunities typically available to our program graduates.
| Role | Average Salary |
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Cybersecurity Analyst
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$88,779/year |
Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst
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$69,396/year |
Sources: Talent.com, 2024, Robert Half 2024
Imagine Your Career in Cybersecurity
You can be the person who investigates digital crimes and defends against cyberattacks. In addition to the titles listed above, there are plenty of other cybersecurity jobs centered around protecting vital information and solving high-tech problems. While some of them require more experience than others, take a moment to consider your upward trajectory in the cybersecurity industry.
To get a feel for these jobs, cybersecurity internships are a great way to start. You’ll work alongside professionals, learning how digital forensics and network security function in real-world scenarios. With hands-on experience, you’ll build the skills needed to advance in these exciting and well-paying cybersecurity careers.
Alumni Success Stories
Students from our bootcamp programs now work at notable organizations nationwide, including:
- Berkshire Hathaway
- Capgemini
- Charles Schwab
- Cognizant
- Cisco
- Fidelity
- Fiserv
- General Electric
- General Motors
- Home Depot
- Norton Lifelock
- Revature
- Shake Shack
- Skillstorm
- Tesla
Choose Your Learning Track
Our full-time program options is designed to fit your learning style, your schedule, and your entry into the IT field.
FULL TIME
- Live, online instructor-led sessions, Monday- Friday
- Hands-on labs
- Capstone projects
- Peer collaboration
- Dedicated cyber security certification preparation
- 35-40 hour weekly commitment and additional ~10 hour weekly independent work
- Career services
10-Week
Cybersecurity Bootcamp
$12,000
Explore Pricing OptionsThe full-time training option condenses the program into a 10-week timeline for motivated cybersecurity students. Learners participate in synchronous class sessions to advance their skills with instructor support.
Explore Pricing OptionsCybersecurity Bootcamp Courses
Thanks to our partnerships with top technology organizations, we offer leading-edge IT training and cybersecurity online classes designed with the future in mind. Each bootcamp course will prepare you with new skills and tools to pass a top industry and career-relevant certification.
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Cyber Security Essentials
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System and Network Security
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Linux Essentials
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Career Simulation 1
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Security Operations and Architecture
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Career Simulation 2
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Cyber Security Analyst Essentials
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Final Career Simulation
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Exam Preparation for CompTIA Sec+
Learn from Industry Experts
Our instructors have years of experience in information technology and cybersecurity. With their guidance, you’ll build a strong foundation to tackle the challenges that cybersecurity professionals face every day.
Michael “Ty” Garrett
B.S., SEC+, CTT+Passionate about education and driven by a commitment to fostering learning, Michael brings a wealth of experience and expertise to IT training and mentoring. He has a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics and a Minor in Physics from Bradley University, and his professional journey includes roles such as Networking Project Manager at AT&T, Geosteering Manager at Paladin Surface Logging, and Geosteering Analyst at Pinson Well Logging. Michael currently serves as an IT Trainer and Mentor on CompTIA A+, Net+, Sec+, CYSA+, Pentest+, Python, and Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH).
William Clark
CYBERSECURITY INSTRUCTORWilliam has extensive experience developing and delivering training courses covering a wide range of courses including CompTIA Network+ and Security+, CWNP Certified Wireless Network Administrator, TCP/IP networking, and more. William is the author of multiple instructor-led and self-paced IT training courses including pre- and post-training assessment tools. His training experience includes government, military, manufacturing, retail, and more. William established a reputable technology consulting and training company “Clark Technology Group, Inc” in 1989, specializing in TCP/IP networking, Cybersecurity, CompTIA certifications, and more. He holds the following certifications: CompTIA Security+, Network+, Mobility+, ITF+, CTT+ and CWNP CWNT, CWTS, and CWNA.
Cybersecurity Course Outcomes
QuickStart's Cybersecurity Bootcamp prepares students for successful IT careers. We pride ourselves on helping students achieve their career goals by empowering them with in-demand skills and certification.
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Learn Top Cybersecurity Skills
Study industry-aligned topics and add to your tech tool belt through virtual hands-on projects
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Earn an Employer-Aligned Certification
Master the skills to pass a top cyber security certification
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Start Your New Career Path
Complete the program prepared for an entry-level cybersecurity role and equipped with career resources from QuickStart
Cybersecurity Bootcamp Admissions Process
Submit a Request More Information Form
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Our admissions team will review your form. If you have not scheduled a call with an advisor by the time your form is reviewed, one of our team members will reach out to you to schedule an interview.
Interview with an Admissions Advisor
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You’ll interview with an admissions advisor to verify that the Cybersecurity Bootcamp is the right fit for your career goals. Your advisor will also answer your questions, cover financing options, and discuss next steps.
Course Preparation
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Upon enrollment, you will receive access to recommended coursework to prepare for the start of classes and get a head start on your learning.
Start Bootcamp
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Begin learning new skills in QuickStart’s Cybersecurity Bootcamp.
Hear from Our Students
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Myriam AllredGraduate • Cybersecurity Bootcamp • OnlineFeb 26, 2026
A great experience!
The bootcamp experience was overall good. The coursework was informative and easy to follow. There were no grades, instead we either passed or failed assignments. This made the coursework less stressful and more about learning. The bootcamp came with career services to help find a job upon completion. They were very helpful and gave helpful advice that was easy to apply. There were two career coaches that I had access to: one that specialized in resumes and interviews and a separate coach for everything else. One pitfall is that once I got my resume fully reviewed by the resume coach I was no longer able to schedule meetings with them.
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Matthew Gobenciong-VergaraStudent • Cybersecurity Bootcamp • OnlineFeb 24, 2026
Challenging yet Rewarding
I am a current student at QuickStart studying cybersecurity. Anything and everything tech/computer related is brand new to me. Absorbing all this new information is challenging but having the help from the QuickStart team, like my advisor Aly Lakhani, makes everything manageable. Although I take my time learning the content, my interests continues to peak and I am excited to see where this path will take me from a career aspect. I am grateful to the QuickStart team.
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Chirag BhatiaGraduate • Cybersecurity Bootcamp • OnlineVerified by LinkedInApril 18, 2025
Excellent Bootcamp Experience
To those seeking to start a new career and pivot into an exciting field of work, this program is an excellent immersive experience to get that chapter started. I learned all of the essentials to start my career and become certified in Cybersecurity. The program is encompassing enough that with a little extra effort, you can achieve the Security+ certification as well as Networks+ and CYSA+. We received real world experience in the form of career simulation projects that gave us a look at what day to day operations may look like. We experienced group collaboration and team building that would be essential to working on CS teams. Our instructor, Roger Nebel, was engaging, kind and sincere in teaching us all he knew. It truly helps to have instructors who seem to have a vested interest in your future. Furthermore, the program is not just didactic. They offer career services that help with resume building, networking with recruiters and companies, LinkedIn building, and interview preparation. Beyond this, they are extremely accommodating to your needs. I unfortunately had a health issue arise right after the bootcamp ended, and their support team was very understanding and realigned my timeline to meet my recovery needs. I cannot thank them enough for their continued support and interest in my future pursuits. Highly recommended!!
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Roods JacquesGraduate • Cybersecurity Bootcamp • OnlineVerified by LinkedInOct 26, 2024
Great Experience
The course covered essential topics such as network security, penetration testing, and threat intelligence. The focus on hands-on labs was particularly helpful, as we got to use tools like Nmap, Kali Linux, Metasploit and Wireshark. The course itself was a lot to digest, but Instructor William Clark was awesome and made everything so easy. When it comes to career support, they offered excellent career services, including resume building and mock interviews. You have to put in the work, but they are there for you along the way. Gwen Gayhart is the best at what she does. She's really passionate about helping people get to where they want to be. If you have no prior knowledge, this bootcamp is for you.
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Jared ColemanGraduate • Cybersecurity Bootcamp • OnlineVerified by LinkedInDec 20, 2023
Great Experience!
I invested considerable time in researching the most suitable course for my career path and ultimately decided on Quickstart. Embarking on the cyber security bootcamp in mid-May, I successfully completed it within the expected timeframe, finishing in late October. My instructor, William Clark, was exceptional. His expertise was consistently on point, and he was always ready to provide additional assistance outside of class when needed.
The course significantly bettered my preparedness for future certifications, surpassing what other programs could offer. Following the completion of the course, my career coach, Gwen Gayhart, played a pivotal role. Her guidance was phenomenal, and I genuinely believe I wouldn't have secured a job without her insights. Having navigated unemployment and career pivots multiple times, I can confidently say that Gwen and the Quickstart team stood out as the best I've ever worked with.
Their advice proved invaluable, and I can attest that following their guidance yielded the desired returns. I am genuinely thankful for this experience. Thank you, Quickstart!
Cybersecurity Bootcamp FAQs
Do I have to stop working or studying if I join the online Cybersecurity Bootcamp?
Our full-time program requires an average time commitment of 8 hours a day, 5 days a week, for 10 weeks. We recommend students not be employed during training due to the rigor of this program in the full-time option.
What are the tuition costs for the Cybersecurity Bootcamp?
Bootcamp tuition ranges based on the program pace selected. The full-time Cybersecurity Bootcamp costs $12,000.
How long does the Cybersecurity Bootcamp take to complete?
On average, cybersecurity bootcamp take 10 weeks (full-time) to complete.
Do you offer scholarships?
Cybersecurity bootcamp scholarships are not offered at this time.
Are there any prerequisites for the cybersecurity online classes?
We designed the Cybersecurity Bootcamp to accommodate students with varying levels of expertise, but certain prerequisites should be satisfied in order to ensure a smoother learning experience. Students should possess a fundamental understanding of basic computer operations, such as file management, software installation, and system navigation.
- File Management: Ability to create, rename, move, and delete files and folders
- Software Installation: Proficiency in installing and uninstalling software is essential. This includes understanding the process of downloading software, running installation wizards, and managing software updates
- System Navigation: Ability to navigate the operating system interface with ease
Can I get a job in IT after completing a Cybersecurity Bootcamp online?
Our bootcamps prepare students for entry-level roles. Our career services team is available to provide guidance to online learners in obtaining those roles.
Do you offer career coaching?
Yes, our career coaches will help you with resume building, mock interviews, and internship/job opportunities.
What is the refund policy?
Read more about our refund policy here.
What are the system requirements for the Cybersecurity Bootcamp?
- Processor:
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Intel Core i5 (or above)
- Suitable for general computing tasks.
- Balances performance and power efficiency.
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Apple Silicon Processors (M1 and later)
- Designed specifically for Macs.
- Offers impressive performance and energy efficiency.
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Intel Core i5 (or above)
- RAM (Memory):
- Minimum: 8GB (for basic functionality).
- Recommended: 16GB (for smoother multitasking and future-proofing).
- Storage:
- Minimum - 100GB of internal drive space (not USB or external).
- Type - Preferably solid-state drives (SSDs) for faster read/write speeds.
- Operating System:
- Windows 10 or 11 (Not S Mode)
- macOS 11 or above
