Cybersecurity Fundamentals Bootcamp
Free - Live on Zoom - Starts October 23, 2025
Learn the fundamentals of cybersecurity in this free bootcamp. The program will be 5 live sessions of 4 hours each, covering the seven core domains of cybersecurity with real-world examples and live Q&A with Mike Gibbs, MS, MBA, CCIE.
About the training program:
- 5 × 4-hour sessions (one session per week)
- Live on Zoom with Q&A
- Practical, job-ready concepts
- No cost to attend
What You'll Learn: The 7 Core Domains
1. Security & Risk Management:
• CIA triad and foundational principles
• Governance, policy, and compliance essentials
• Intro to risk frameworks (NIST/ISO) and threat modeling
• Business continuity, disaster recovery, and resilience
2. Asset Security:
• Data classification and ownership
• Data lifecycle, retention, and secure disposal
• Privacy fundamentals and handling sensitive data
• DLP concepts and practical guardrails
3. Communication & Network Security
• Network models, segmentation
• Firewalls, VPNs, proxies, and secure remote access
• Secure protocols (TLS/HTTPS, SSH) and wireless security
• Cloud networking considerations
4. Identity & Access Management (IAM)
• Authentication vs. authorization, SSO, and MFA
• RBAC/ABAC, provisioning, and least privilege
• Federation (SAML/OIDC) and identity lifecycle
• Privileged access and just in time access
5. Security Assessment & Testing
• Vulnerability scanning, CVSS, and remediation cycles
• Pen testing vs. red/blue/purple team activities
• Static/dynamic testing and security test plans
• Prioritization and reporting that drives action
6. Security Operations
• Incident response lifecycle and playbooks
• Logging, SIEM, detections, and SOC workflows
• Endpoint, email, and cloud security operations
• Metrics and continuous improvement
7. Software Development Security
• Secure SDLC and “shift left” principles
• OWASP Top 10 essentials for builders
• Secrets management, IaC, and pipeline hardening
• Security reviews and app threat modeling
Who is This For?
- IT & Cloud Professionals — Sysadmins, network, and cloud engineers moving toward security roles.
- Developers & DevOps — Build and ship more secure software; understand threats and controls.
- Career Switchers & Students — Get a clear roadmap and vocabulary to break into cybersecurity.
What You'll Walk Away With
- Clarity on the fundamentals — How the seven domains connect in real organizations.
- Actionable checklists — Practical controls and questions you can apply immediately.
- Confidence to collaborate — Speak the language of security with leadership and peers.
Meet Your Instructor
Mike Gibbs, MS, MBA, CCIE
Mike is a network and security expert with over 25 years of experience. Mike has consulted for the world’s largest banks, internet service providers, and healthcare organizations – advising them on high availability and high security architectures.
Mike teaches complex security concepts with clarity and a bias toward practical application. Expect crisp explanations, real-world examples across on-prem, cloud, and hybrid environments, and plenty of time for questions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it really free?
Yes. There’s no cost to attend.
Will sessions be recorded?
Recordings may be provided at the organizer’s discretion. We recommend attending live to participate in Q&A.
What do I need to join?
A stable internet connection, Zoom, and a willingness to learn. No experience necessary.
Is there a certificate?
A completion acknowledgment will be offered following completion; details will be confirmed via email.
How do I join on the day?
We’ll email your unique Zoom link and reminders before each session.
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