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Cybersecurity Professional Bootcamp

Gain the job-ready skills you need to start your cybersecurity career in less than a year.

No Experience Necessary | Hands-On Training | Career Coaching

Why Cybersecurity?

Whether you want to change careers, upskill, or gain practical experience,
our program can help you achieve your goals.

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In-Demand Field

A cyber professional’s ability to safeguard digital assets against evolving threats makes them a critical part of the workforce, with employment expected to grow 32% by 2032.*

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Diverse Career Paths

Cybersecurity is a broad field with many specializations and job titles. With the right knowledge and training, you’ll have a variety of career opportunities to choose from. 

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Competitive Salary

With a shortage of skilled professionals, employers offer competitive salaries. The average annual pay for an entry-level position in the U.S. is $111,000.**

*U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
**ZipRecruiter

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Exclusive insights from cybersecurity experts at Amazon and Cisco

Beginner-friendly overview of essential cyber concepts

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4 easily digestible lessons

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Everything You Need to Secure Your Future

The Michigan Engineering Professional Education Cybersecurity Professional Bootcamp, powered by ThriveDX, is designed to equip learners with job-ready skills in less than a year—no prior experience required.

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“Don't worry about your background, whether you're a mechanic, a nurse, a school teacher... wherever it is that you're at in life. If you want to make the change, I think that you should go for it. I'm sitting in a much different position than I was one year ago. I'm starting a new career.”

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Curious About Cybersecurity?

Learn about job outlook, what to expect in the tech industry, and more with our free guides.

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Becoming a
Cybersecurity Professional

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with this short guide.

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Cybersecurity Career
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Course Breakdown

Start your cybersecurity career in less than a year with our program.

Expert-led classes with immersive, real-world training. No experience required.

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Introductory Course

4 Weeks

Part 1: Fundamentals Phase

12 Weeks

Computer Networking Fundamentals
Microsoft Security Systems Administration
Integrating Your Infrastructure Security

Part 2: Infrastructure Phase

12 Weeks

Securing Your Network
Designing Your Cybersecurity Infrastructure
Social Engineering and Ethical Hacking

Part 3: Advanced Phase

8 Weeks

Digital Forensics and Incident Response
Threat Hunting and Intelligence

Elective Comptia® Security+ Certification Exam Prep Course 8 Weeks

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CYBERSECURITY Professional CERTIFICATE

Go Further With Industry-Recognized Certifications

Demonstrate your expertise and stand out as a true cyber professional.

Our research-backed curriculum covers essential topics for cybersecurity certifications. While the program doesn’t include certification exams, it provides the foundational knowledge needed to prepare for them:*

CompTIA® CySA+

Cisco Certified CyberOps Associate

CompTIA® Security+

CompTIA® Network+

ISC2 SSCP**

AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner*

LPI Linux Essentials

GIAC Security Essentials

Certified Information Security Manager

GIAC Certified Incident Handler

*For more information, please visit https://thrivedx.com/cybersecurity-program-disclaimers.

** Requires a minimum of one year of cumulative work experience in one or more of the seven domains of the SSCP Common Body of Knowledge (CBK) in order to be certified.

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Cybersecurity Career Paths

Our part-time online program aligns with the NICE Framework, preparing you for the following roles:

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Why Us?

The Michigan Engineering Professional Education Cybersecurity Professional Bootcamp empowers you to become a forward-thinking tech professional equipped with career-ready skills. In less than a year, this program will help you gain the hands-on experience and confidence needed to excel in your cybersecurity career.

Practical, skill-building curriculum

Expert-led training & support

Personalized resources & check-ins

Hands-on practice labs

Career prep & job placement assistance

Flexible learning for busy schedules

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About the University of Michigan

Our Cybersecurity Professional Bootcamp uses a revolutionary, project-based approach to simulate a real-world cybersecurity experience. Students are equipped to become successful cybersecurity professionals through the program’s immersive, hands-on cyber labs and career development coaching.

Partnership With ThriveDX

This accelerated program is powered by our partner, ThriveDX, a global leader in reskilling and upskilling individuals for today’s fast-growing digital economy. With over a decade of experience as a premier digital skills education provider, ThriveDX partners with top academic institutions, government organizations, and global enterprises to offer advanced workforce and professional development programs in digital technology.

Cybersecurity Career Handbook

Explore cybersecurity job options with this handy guide.

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Becoming a Cybersecurity Professional

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