Evolve Security Academy
Average Rating4.86
166 Reviews
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Evolve Security Academy is a cybersecurity training institution that offers a 20-week, part-time cybersecurity bootcamp live-online and instructor-led. The holistic Cybersecurity Bootcamp provides hands-on and immersive training, giving students the concrete and practical skills they will actually need on the job. Students gain real work experience through the live security assessment work they perform on non-profit organizations. With over 600,000 unfilled cyber security jobs in the U.S. and 1,000,000 globally, Evolve’s primary focus is on creating top-tier cyber security talent and placing students into high-paying jobs.
Interested students can apply via Evolve Security Academy’s website and then schedule an Admissions Advisor call.
Successful graduates of the cybersecurity bootcamps will receive a designation of Evolve Security Certified Professional (ESCP) certification after successful completion of written and lab exams. Throughout the course, Evolve Security Academy also prepares students to find a job with interview and job preparation from our Career Coach.
Advanced training is also available with our OSCP Bootcamp. This is an immersive 8-week, part-time, live-online, and instructor-led program. This course provides students with a deep dive into OSCP exam content and practical penetration testing concepts and methodologies through comprehensive labs from Evolve Security Academy. Students receive guided preparation for Evolve Academy's Penetration Testing lab exam as well as for the OSCP exam.
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Joshua R.Information Security Analyst • Graduate • Cybersecurity Bootcamp: Live-Online • ChicagoMar 29, 2021Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceA great start to a career switch!
Evolve Security was a phenomenal experience. The instructors and all assistant instructors were helpful and willing to go above and beyond to make sure every individual need was met. The labs gave me hands on experience that I needed to match the concepts that we were learning. My group that I worked with throughout my time was an absolute joy to be around. I really enjoyed my time with Evolve Security. I finished the program feeling prepared for a career in information security, and I ...Evolve Security was a phenomenal experience. The instructors and all assistant instructors were helpful and willing to go above and beyond to make sure every individual need was met. The labs gave me hands on experience that I needed to match the concepts that we were learning. My group that I worked with throughout my time was an absolute joy to be around. I really enjoyed my time with Evolve Security. I finished the program feeling prepared for a career in information security, and I could not be more grateful for that. Strongly recommend anyone that is interested in this radically dynamic field to foster this desire with Evolve Security!- Bronwyn WilsonCybersecurity Analyst • Graduate • Cybersecurity Bootcamp: Live-Online • ChicagoMar 22, 2021Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
CyberSecurity
Evolve Academy has been a life changing experience. I started the Cyber Security program with little to no knowledge of this field. This hands on experience guides and pushes you to think outside of the box and drive you to work hard. The course was very fast paced and challenging, but rewards you with the appropriate knowledge about cybersecurity to succeed. I highly recommend this school and their wonderful instructors. Their support and career guidance allows for a proven trans...Evolve Academy has been a life changing experience. I started the Cyber Security program with little to no knowledge of this field. This hands on experience guides and pushes you to think outside of the box and drive you to work hard. The course was very fast paced and challenging, but rewards you with the appropriate knowledge about cybersecurity to succeed. I highly recommend this school and their wonderful instructors. Their support and career guidance allows for a proven transition into a rewarding profession. - Sarah BartschAssociate Security Advisor • Graduate • Cybersecurity Bootcamp: Live-Online • ChicagoMar 22, 2021Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Bootcamp experience
Evolve Security Academy was my first step to starting a new career in Cybersecurity. From the initial application, academy interview process, acceptance to the academy, and cybersecurity bootcamp experience, each step of the way was designed to prepare me for the skills I would need to be successful in a new career in Cybersecurity. I cannot thank Evolve Security Academy enough for their thoughtful preparation and implementation of their cybersecurity curriculum. It is the best decision...Evolve Security Academy was my first step to starting a new career in Cybersecurity. From the initial application, academy interview process, acceptance to the academy, and cybersecurity bootcamp experience, each step of the way was designed to prepare me for the skills I would need to be successful in a new career in Cybersecurity. I cannot thank Evolve Security Academy enough for their thoughtful preparation and implementation of their cybersecurity curriculum. It is the best decision I made in 2020 and I'm proud to be a graduate of Evolve Security Academy!
- TylerCIRC/SOC Analyst • GraduateFeb 23, 2021Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
CIRC/SOC Analyst
Evolve Security Academy elevated me from someone that knew almost nothing about computers, to someone who was ready to prep for professional level certifications and enter the cybersecurity field. The curriculum and the portal both were super well organized and easy to use. The instructors were all very passionate about wanting to help as well as going above and beyond to ensure that everyone in the cohort understood the concepts. The career coaching provided many great tips and tricks t...Evolve Security Academy elevated me from someone that knew almost nothing about computers, to someone who was ready to prep for professional level certifications and enter the cybersecurity field. The curriculum and the portal both were super well organized and easy to use. The instructors were all very passionate about wanting to help as well as going above and beyond to ensure that everyone in the cohort understood the concepts. The career coaching provided many great tips and tricks that even an experienced job-seeker like myself was not privy to. Overall, my experience at Evolve was great and I highly recommend it to people looking to add a skill or make a career change. - AndrewGraduate • Cybersecurity Bootcamp: Live-Online • ChicagoNov 23, 2020Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Evolve Security Academy +++
Evolve Security Academy did a great job of preparing me for the basics of the cybersecurity industry. Mike Creaney is an exceptional instructor. The depth and variety of the labs were challenging and fast-paced. We covered a lot of ground in a very short period of time. The career coaching component of the Academy was enormously helpful, as was the collegiality of the other students. I was able to pass Security + one month after finishing the class. Around one month after that, I wa...Evolve Security Academy did a great job of preparing me for the basics of the cybersecurity industry. Mike Creaney is an exceptional instructor. The depth and variety of the labs were challenging and fast-paced. We covered a lot of ground in a very short period of time. The career coaching component of the Academy was enormously helpful, as was the collegiality of the other students. I was able to pass Security + one month after finishing the class. Around one month after that, I was offered an internship.
- Mario Alberto RodriguezGraduate • Cybersecurity Bootcamp: Live-Online • ChicagoNov 09, 2020Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Evolve's Cybersecurity Bootcamp is the perfect place to start your Cybersecurity career.
If you are interested in venturing into the wide world of Cyber Security, Evolve is the perfect place to start. Even if, like me, you have experience in a specific discipline like Network Security, Evolve's curriculum will touch almost every field within Cybersecurity and allow you to experiment, explore, and find out what you are interested in the most.
The Bootcamp is not easy; you need to commit a significant amount of time towards classes. There's a lo...If you are interested in venturing into the wide world of Cyber Security, Evolve is the perfect place to start. Even if, like me, you have experience in a specific discipline like Network Security, Evolve's curriculum will touch almost every field within Cybersecurity and allow you to experiment, explore, and find out what you are interested in the most.
The Bootcamp is not easy; you need to commit a significant amount of time towards classes. There's a lot of reading, research, solving fun challenges, and test your knowledge. By the end, you will have gained skills and experience and made a few friends along the way.
- Douglas SingerGraduate • Cybersecurity Bootcamp: Live-Online • ChicagoOct 29, 2020Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Great education but read these cautions.
1. Evolve offers an excellent education.
2. After completing Evolve’s general course with a very high grade, their pentesting course, my CompTIA Sec+ on my own, hundreds of job applications and seventeen interviews, the zero job offers I had gained made me realize that either my tech background going into Evolve wasn’t strong enough, or they had overhyped my chances of getting work. I will take credit for not researching the field more carefully. But either Evolve was overselling or...1. Evolve offers an excellent education.
2. After completing Evolve’s general course with a very high grade, their pentesting course, my CompTIA Sec+ on my own, hundreds of job applications and seventeen interviews, the zero job offers I had gained made me realize that either my tech background going into Evolve wasn’t strong enough, or they had overhyped my chances of getting work. I will take credit for not researching the field more carefully. But either Evolve was overselling or saw in me an easy mark.3. To be fair, Evolve warned me that their full career help is reserved for their live students (I was remote). But I hoped for some valuable connections (one instructor did try to help me on his own) or inside tracks to the 75-85k jobs one instructor said we would be getting. Something more than resume help and access to job postings.4. In the months following the academy, I made a connection with a well known person in infosec, a leader of one of the best known security products. He had not heard of Evolve Academy and was dismissive of my credentials. Also, someone who had graduated from Evolve would not even risk giving me a job interview due to my lack of additional experience. I conclude that the Evolve education has little value in the real world.In conclusion, for someone with previous tech experience, or someone who is able to take the live course, the situation may be completely different. I do not mean this negative review to turn people away from Evolve who might legitimately benefit from their service, but obviously, after spending $7500 and a good solid three months of hard work, I am upset that the education did nothing for me. - Igor BugaianGraduate • Cybersecurity Bootcamp: IN-PERSON (Chicago) • ChicagoOct 25, 2020Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceN/A
Exciting and rewarding experience!
If you don’t know where to start when looking to get into the cybersecurity field, Evolve Security Academy is the right choice. This is the best investment I made towards my skills and career. I had the most knowledgeable instructors that provided me with the skills necessary to succeed in cybersecurity. - Brian SGraduate • Cybersecurity Bootcamp: Live-Online • ChicagoOct 24, 2020Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Evolve Security Academy Remote Bootcamp
First off, If you a veteran and have some GI Bill remaining, while this COVID19 pandemic is ongoing the VA will approve the school and you will get BAH for attending. As far as the course goes, the first thing to know that this is not based directly on a curriculum of certs like CompTIA, EC Council, etc. You do get a voucher for Security+, or if you have that you can get reimbursed 350 dollars. Personally, I think the course overall is good someone who is already in the IT industry, mayb...First off, If you a veteran and have some GI Bill remaining, while this COVID19 pandemic is ongoing the VA will approve the school and you will get BAH for attending. As far as the course goes, the first thing to know that this is not based directly on a curriculum of certs like CompTIA, EC Council, etc. You do get a voucher for Security+, or if you have that you can get reimbursed 350 dollars. Personally, I think the course overall is good someone who is already in the IT industry, maybe working help desk or in a network admin job, and wanting to transition int cybersecurity. If your a complete beginner, I would suggest taking a cheap Udemy course or watching YouTube on A+ level certification videos first... having the basics of computers, networks, and security is definitely helpful before taking this course. The course has three parts a main discussion (where the entire class goes and listens to the lead instructor), the break out group ( about 10 of you in a room with an assistant instructor), and the lab/videos environment. For the best user experience and to get the most bang for your buck, my suggestion would be to get involved outside of class with other students. Build a team of your own or become a part one and work on CTF's together, kick job postings back and forth to each other, have discussions about cyber things, and make some great friends. Once you complete the course, you will get a certificate of completion mailed to you and you can the opportunity to take the schools ESCP certification, which they also send you a certification as well. It's a nice to do and have, but you still need an industry recognized cert like CompTIA or something else. - Ejaz AhmedGraduate • Cybersecurity Bootcamp: IN-PERSON (Chicago) • ChicagoOct 24, 2020Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Cyber Security Analyst
Training for cyber security at Evolve Security Academy was definitely worth for my career. Even though, before attending the bootcamp i had few well-known cybersecurity's certs. But Evolve trained me so well that i could perform my duties in real world comfortably. It was great experience. but it was not peace of cake. But totally worth it. If you want to understand cybersecurity's world. This is course for you. It was 100% HANDS-ON training. Challenge yourself in the training before you...Training for cyber security at Evolve Security Academy was definitely worth for my career. Even though, before attending the bootcamp i had few well-known cybersecurity's certs. But Evolve trained me so well that i could perform my duties in real world comfortably. It was great experience. but it was not peace of cake. But totally worth it. If you want to understand cybersecurity's world. This is course for you. It was 100% HANDS-ON training. Challenge yourself in the training before you face challenges at cybersecurity's job. if you are starting new cybersecurity career or already have experience. This course will be for you. I would say. This course is only for people who wants to learn. NOT EASY BUT TOTALLY WORTH IT!
This course was great to change my life. Evolve security academy's curriculum was easy to understand and follow. I highly recommend it. - MichaelGraduate • Cybersecurity Bootcamp: Live-Online • ChicagoOct 22, 2020Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Cybersecurity Analyst
First off, I would like to say if you have any interest in pursuing education and a career in Cybersecurity. Evolve Security Academy is the first place you should research no matter what! I began my education with the Evolve Security Academy with absolutely no knowledge in the information technology field, yet alone information security. Once I graduated from my bootcamp, I was surprised by the fact that I was able to comfortably speak about IT and cybersecurity with ease and actually kn...First off, I would like to say if you have any interest in pursuing education and a career in Cybersecurity. Evolve Security Academy is the first place you should research no matter what! I began my education with the Evolve Security Academy with absolutely no knowledge in the information technology field, yet alone information security. Once I graduated from my bootcamp, I was surprised by the fact that I was able to comfortably speak about IT and cybersecurity with ease and actually know what I'm doing when it came to working on home labs. This bootcamp experience was amazing, informative, and I learned a tremendous amount in 16 weeks! The bootcamp itself was fast paced and a new topic was learned every week but with the right instructors and training curriculum, it made the bootcamp fun. Just remember, I knew nothing about IT prior to starting and now I have a wealth of knowledge from this 16 week course. Don't be discouraged and press on the gas pedal with the Evolve Security Academy!!! - Alec AndringaGraduate • Cybersecurity Bootcamp: IN-PERSON (Chicago) • ChicagoAug 11, 2020Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
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This program was a great learning experience that emphasizes hands on learning and application of the skills/knowledge domains that are taught. This program is great for anyone looking to get into the security field, but is not sure where to start. The program does a great job teaching the security domains and different skills required for those areas. This includes security operations architecture, security programs, threat intelligence, offensive security, and more. This approach allow...This program was a great learning experience that emphasizes hands on learning and application of the skills/knowledge domains that are taught. This program is great for anyone looking to get into the security field, but is not sure where to start. The program does a great job teaching the security domains and different skills required for those areas. This includes security operations architecture, security programs, threat intelligence, offensive security, and more. This approach allows their students to gain real world applicable skills that jobs are looking for, while giving them the exposure needed to decide which area of security interests them the most. Evolve's Cyberlab provided an environment that made it really easy for students to access the technical tools needed to learn. Most importantly, their instructors are top-notch and are truly ambassadors of the security community. They truly want to help every student succeed and it clearly shows in their approach they bring to class every day.
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How much does Evolve Security Academy cost?
Evolve Security Academy costs around $13,950. On the lower end, some Evolve Security Academy courses like OSCP Bootcamp (Live-Online) cost $5,250.
What courses does Evolve Security Academy teach?
Evolve Security Academy offers courses like Cybersecurity Bootcamp: Live-Online, OSCP Bootcamp (Live-Online).
Where does Evolve Security Academy have campuses?
Evolve Security Academy has in-person campuses in Chicago. Evolve Security Academy also has a remote classroom so students can learn online.
Is Evolve Security Academy worth it?
Evolve Security Academy hasn't shared alumni outcomes yet, but one way to determine if a bootcamp is worth it is by reading alumni reviews. 166 Evolve Security Academy alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed Evolve Security Academy on Course Report - you should start there!
Is Evolve Security Academy legit?
We let alumni answer that question. 166 Evolve Security Academy alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed Evolve Security Academy and rate their overall experience a 4.86 out of 5.
Does Evolve Security Academy offer scholarships or accept the GI Bill?
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You can read 166 reviews of Evolve Security Academy on Course Report! Evolve Security Academy alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed Evolve Security Academy and rate their overall experience a 4.86 out of 5.
Is Evolve Security Academy accredited?
While bootcamps must be approved to operate, accreditation is relatively rare. Evolve Security Academy doesn't yet share information about their accreditation status.