CYBERSECURITY PATHWAY
BOOTCAMP
Online Cybersecurity Bootcamp
Prepare for High-Growth IT Security Roles in 10-18 Weeks
Overview
With cybersecurity employment predicted to grow 32% by 2032, there's never been a better time to grow your IT skill set and earn an industry-aligned cybersecurity certification. The Hofstra University's 100% online Cybersecurity Bootcamp is designed to prepare you to become a cybersecurity professional on a flexible timeline.
This beginner-friendly, immersive program requires no prior coding or cybersecurity experience. Throughout the bootcamp, you will build a substantial portfolio of projects demonstrating your proficiency in leading security tools and methodologies. Your learning experience features several hands-on labs in a virtual "sandbox environment," allowing you to safely practice ethical hacking, network hardening, threat detection, and incident response.
The program includes dedicated preparation for the CompTIA Security+ certification, the gold standard for starting a career in cybersecurity. The CompTIA exam prep course, study guide, and official exam voucher costs are fully included in your bootcamp program price (a savings of $2,870).
Choose Your Learning Track
Part-Time Track
Duration: 18 Weeks
Commitment: 20-25 hours per week
Structure: Async course content with live class sessions 2x weekly. Ideal for balancing study with a current job.
$8,900
Full-Time Track
Duration: 10 Weeks
Commitment: 35-40 hours weekly sessions + 10 hours independent work
Structure: Live, online instructor-led sessions Monday through Friday. Fast-track immersion program.
$12,000
Syllabus & Course Curriculum
- Learn computing basics and troubleshooting
- Explore applications software and operating systems
- Set up and secure a basic wireless network and peripheral devices
- Establish fundamentals of cybersecurity
- Understand how network-connected devices transmit and receive data
- Monitor and optimize networks to ensure business continuity
- Routing technologies, networking devices, and concepts
- Hardening networks against threats and cyber attacks
- Tools and techniques commonly used by Linux system administrators
- Navigate Linux distributions, command lines, and configurations
- Experiment with Bash scripting and user security controls
- Career Simulation 1: Design and build a virtual machine network configuration with firewall, internal DNS, and web servers.
- Master enterprise security infrastructure concepts and architecture models
- Train in responding to active threats, vulnerabilities, and cyberattacks
- Career Simulation 2: Configure intrusion detection systems (IDS/IPS) on pfSense and run simulated attacks.
- Collect cyber intelligence and analyze security event logs
- Investigate incidents and secure network architecture
- Final Career Simulation: Participate in a gamified Capture The Flag (CTF) incident response simulation.
- Review and refresh knowledge of Security+ exam objectives
- Official mock exams, practice tests, and study guides
- Voucher included to sit the national certification exam
Cybersecurity Bootcamp Outcomes
Our program prepares students for a range of active cybersecurity roles. Average salary opportunities typically include:
- Cybersecurity Analyst: $88,779 / year
- Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst: $69,396 / year
Graduates receive access to professional career coaching, resume-building workshops, LinkedIn optimization, mock interviews, and a dedicated employer talent portal.
Prerequisites & System Requirements
Academic Prerequisites: No prior technical experience required. Candidates should possess a basic understanding of computer operations (ex. file management, downloading and installing applications).
System Requirements:
- Processor: Intel Core i5 or Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3)
- RAM: 8GB minimum, 16GB recommended
- Storage: 100GB of internal SSD drive space
- OS: Windows 10/11 (Not S Mode) or macOS 11+
Learn from Industry Experts
Michael “Ty” Garrett, B.S., Sec+, CTT+
Michael brings a wealth of experience and expertise in IT mentoring. Holding a Bachelor of Science from Bradley University, his career includes positions as a Networking Project Manager at AT&T and Geosteering Manager. Michael currently trains and mentors candidates across CompTIA A+, Net+, Sec+, and Certified Ethical Hacker certifications.
William Clark, Security+, Network+, CWNA
William is a seasoned security consultant who founded Clark Technology Group. Over the past 30 years, he has designed and delivered IT network security and mobility training for government, military, and corporate institutions. He holds CompTIA Security+, Network+, and CWNP credentials.
How We Compare to Other Bootcamps
| Feature | Hofstra QuickStart | Fullstack | Flatiron | SpringBoard |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duration (PT) | 18 weeks | 26 weeks | 40 weeks | 24 weeks |
| Admissions Assessment | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| University-Branded | Yes | No | No | No |
| Exam Voucher Included | Yes | Yes | No | Yes |
| Tuition (PT) | $8,900 | $14,995 | $16,900 | $9,900 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I have to stop working if I join the Cybersecurity Bootcamp?
No, the part-time track is designed specifically for working professionals, offering asynchronous content and two evening sessions per week.
What certification does this course prepare me for?
The program directly prepares you for the CompTIA Security+ examination, with study guides and exam vouchers fully included in the tuition.
Are there scholarships or payment plans?
Hofstra offers flexible prepay discounts, monthly installments, and financing options. Speak with our admissions advisors to discuss payment methods.