Infosec Institute Partners with Career.io to Help Students Launch Successful Careers in Cybersecurity

Immersive Boot Camps provide in-depth training and support to help individuals transform their careers in six months 

Mason, Ohio — July 31, 2024 — Infosec Institute, a leading cybersecurity education provider, today announced a strategic partnership with Career.io, a worldwide leader of professional career-development products and services, to provide comprehensive career services to students enrolled in Infosec's Immersive Boot Camps. These in-depth, immersive programs equip students with the skills required to perform an entry-level cybersecurity job — and the support they need to successfully transition into a new career.

Through this collaboration, students who enroll in a Cybersecurity Foundations Immersive Boot Camp will receive 30-day access to premium career services provided by Career.io, including AI-assisted resume and cover letter tools, a salary analyzer and a job tracker. Students will also receive a professional resume rewrite, LinkedIn makeover and expert interview prep session through Career.io’s sister company TopResume.

"Infosec’s mission is to empower the next generation of cybersecurity professionals, and this partnership with Career.io will set students up for career success," said Bret Fund, Senior Vice President and General Manager of Infosec. “With more than 469,000 cybersecurity job openings last year, we must encourage and support new professionals to enter the field. Our Immersive Boot Camps are designed for individuals with limited or no technical experience to build the portfolio and skills that will launch their new cyber career — in around six months.”

Employers are embracing the trend of hiring people without technical backgrounds for cybersecurity positions. According to ISC2, four out of 10 new cybersecurity employees come from a non-IT background, and more than half of hiring managers report modifying hiring practices to appeal to candidates with no prior cybersecurity experience.

"At Career.io, we are committed to empowering individuals to thrive in their career journeys, whether they are embarking on their first professional role post-college or navigating a career transition later in life,” said Todd Goldstein, Executive Vice President, Global Partnerships, Career.io. “We’re excited to partner with Infosec and give students the career support to facilitate their successful entry into the cybersecurity field.”

Individuals who enroll in immersive training through August 31, 2024, may be eligible for a $2,500 scholarship to cover a portion of the training tuition. In addition, six-month, 12-month, and 36-month financing options are available through Affirm.

The Cybersecurity Foundations Immersive Boot Camp helps to fast-track a career in cybersecurity by providing:  

• Live, virtual classes designed to conveniently fit around busy work schedules 
• 30 days of premium access to Career.io features and tools 
• Hands-on cyber labs and simulations  
• Real-time instructor support and materials designed to transform your skills
• 500+ hours of comprehensive cybersecurity curriculum  
• CompTIA Security+ exam voucher  
• Knowledge Retention Assurance, which includes six months of access to training materials after completing the program to continue sharpening skills 

Learn more about Infosec’s Cybersecurity Foundations Immersive Boot Camp.  

About Infosec  
Infosec, part of Cengage Group, is a leading cybersecurity training company helping IT and security professionals advance their careers and empowering employees to be cyber-safe at work and home. Its mission is to put people at the center of cybersecurity through role-guided training that’s accessible and engaging. More than 70% of the Fortune 500 have relied on Infosec to develop their security talent and teams, and more than five million learners worldwide are more cyber-resilient from Infosec IQ’s security awareness and phishing training. Follow Infosec on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok and Infosec’s Resource Center for the latest news, or visit infosecinstitute.com for more information.

About Career.io
Launched in 2022, Career.io is the ultimate career companion. Whether you’re exploring career paths, searching for a new job, trying to advance your career, or seeking to make a complete career change, Career.io offers a combination of AI and human-powered services to help you unlock your full potential. Its innovative platform offers a wide range of products and career services to help individuals at all stages of their careers, from students and recent graduates to experienced professionals and executives. Visit https://career.io/