CyberGrowth Academy: Cybersecurity Career Starter Program
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Break Into
Cybersecurity
Built for Beginners.

An affordable first step for beginners with 10+ hours of guided training, six modules, practical tools, and clear career direction before investing thousands in a bootcamp or certification.

10+ Hours Guided Training Six Guided Modules Beginner Friendly
Start Learning for A$99

One-time payment · Self-paced core program

★★★★★

"I had no cybersecurity background. Within months I had my CompTIA Security+ and was interviewing for roles I never thought I'd qualify for. The structure made all the difference."

M
Marcus R.
SOC Analyst
★★★★★

"I was working retail and felt stuck. This program gave me a clear path. CyberSam's mentorship kept me accountable and I landed my first cyber job before I even finished the course."

J
Jamie L.
IT Security Analyst
★★★★★

"The resume and LinkedIn coaching alone was worth it. I went from getting no callbacks to having three interviews in two weeks. I wish I found this program sooner."

T
Tanya P.
Cybersecurity Consultant

Some testimonials reflect experiences from higher-touch CyberGrowth programs. The A$99 Starter Program is self-paced and does not include direct mentorship.

CyberSam breaks down exactly what's inside the program. Watch before you scroll

4.9/5
Avg Rating
6
Modules
10+
Hours

Most Beginners Don't Fail Because They're Not Smart Enough.

They fail because they start with the wrong roadmap.

Cybersecurity can feel overwhelming when every video, certification, and career path gives you different advice. One person says learn coding. Another says collect certifications. Another says build a home lab. Before you know it, months pass and you still don't know what to focus on.

× You do not know where to start
× You are unsure which certifications matter
× You do not know if you need coding
× You do not have real-world experience yet
× You do not know how to make your resume or LinkedIn stand out
× You want a clear path, not more random advice

How It Works

A clear path from wherever you are now. Built for Beginners. No coding required to start. Basic computer and IT familiarity recommended.*

01

Build Your Cybersecurity Foundation

Understand the landscape, key roles, and what employers actually look for. Designed for career changers with basic computer and IT familiarity*, but no prior cybersecurity experience.

02

Build Practical Capability

Use templates, threat-modeling tools, lab exercises, and practical activities to understand how cybersecurity work is applied.

03

Prepare for Your Next Step

Use resume tools, interview resources, recruiter lists, and career-planning tools to strengthen your professional positioning and job-search strategy.

*Basic computer and IT familiarity means you should be comfortable using a computer, installing and using software, managing files and folders, using a web browser and email, and understanding what an operating system is, such as Windows or macOS. A general awareness of networking, cloud services, and user accounts is helpful, but no prior cybersecurity experience is required.

CyberSam

Your Cybersecurity Career Guide

CyberSam built CyberGrowth Academy for people who want to break into cybersecurity but feel overwhelmed by confusing advice, certification noise, and unclear paths. After 13 years of hands-on experience across government and enterprise security, he created this program because he lived the frustration firsthand.

You don't need a degree, a coding background, or years of cybersecurity experience. You need a structured path, and that's exactly what CyberSam built.

ISC² · ISACA · AWS

World's most respected certifications

IRAP Assessor

Australian government security assessor

13 Years of Experience

Government & enterprise security

CyberSam, CyberGrowth Academy Instructor

Which one sounds like you?

Choose the pathway that best matches where you are today. Each links to a detailed Career Transformation Story.

STUDENT RESULTS

Different Starting Points. Clearer Direction.

Two different career journeys. One common theme: turning uncertainty into a clearer, more actionable path.

Career Transformation Series · Edition 001

Fatima Hoblos / CyberGrowth Academy

FROM
Motivated,
but unclear
→
TO
Clear, actionable
career strategy
SITUATION

Fatima knew she had the potential to grow, but cybersecurity felt overwhelming because the field is constantly evolving and highly competitive. She was unsure which skills, certifications, and next steps mattered most, and she wanted guidance that was personalised to her rather than a one-size-fits-all plan.

WHAT WE WORKED ON

Sam helped turn broad career goals into an actionable roadmap. The work focused on strategic long-term thinking, interview and recruiter confidence, personal branding, goal setting, technical upskilling, networking, creating a standout resume, and building accountability around the actions they agreed on together.

RESULT

Fatima says she now feels more comfortable with both the knowledge and the strategy needed to navigate cybersecurity. Instead of leaving sessions with more information and more uncertainty, she leaves with clear actions that support both her immediate next steps and her longer-term career direction.

✓Clear long-term career roadmap
✓More confident interview and recruiter conversations
✓Personal brand and networking strategy
✓Accountability and actionable next steps
FATIMA HOBLOS Student video testimonial
IN HER OWN WORDS

“You walk into these sessions kind of a little bit lost, you come out really clear.”

WHY SHE RECOMMENDS IT

“I would recommend working with Sam a hundred percent.”

Career Transformation Series · Edition 003

Andrei Hansel / CyberGrowth Academy

FROM
Unsure in a
scary market
→
TO
Structured learning
and clearer direction
SITUATION

Andrei describes cybersecurity as a scary market and industry. Early on, he did not fully understand what the field meant or where he fit, and the uncertainty made the industry feel intimidating.

WHAT CHANGED

By consistently joining CyberGrowth live sessions, discussions, and conversations with cybersecurity leaders, Andrei was exposed to the field in a more practical way. That exposure helped open his eyes to the possibilities inside cybersecurity and gave him a clearer sense of how to keep learning.

RESULT

He built a repeatable learning habit instead of trying to master everything at once. He would spend several days learning fundamentals such as Nmap, then deliberately reserve time for a more advanced topic. That rhythm kept increasing his curiosity and helped make cybersecurity learning feel more structured and sustainable.

✓Greater exposure to cybersecurity leaders
✓Consistent learning habit
✓Stronger curiosity and motivation
✓Clearer approach to learning the field
ANDREI HANSEL Student video testimonial
IN HIS OWN WORDS

“From the moment I connected with this community... it has done a lot of stuff for me.”

THE TURNING POINT

“It sparked my curiosity within me.”

These stories reflect individual student experiences. Results vary based on background, effort, market conditions, and opportunity.

Everything You Need to Get Started

10+ hours, six guided modules, practical templates, and core career tools without the cost of a full technical bootcamp.

10+ Hours of Guided Training

Six structured modules covering foundations, career strategy, hands-on learning, practical application, positioning, and job-search execution.

Practical Templates

Audit templates, outreach scripts, threat-modeling tools, and guided exercises.

Career Clarity Tools

Role suitability tools, cyber mind maps, and practical career-path guidance.

Job-Search Toolkit

Resume and cover-letter templates, Boolean search strings, and interview resources.

Hands-On Learning

Introductory lab work and practical exercises to give context to the concepts you learn.

Beginner-Friendly Roadmap

A clearer sequence for deciding what to learn, what to practise, and what to consider next.

An affordable first step before investing thousands in a larger bootcamp, certification path, or mentorship program.

Start Learning for A$99

What You'll Learn, Step by Step

MODULE 01

Mastering Cyber
Foundations

The why behind cybersecurity. Core concepts like the data lifecycle, the kill chain, and STRIDE threat modeling, plus how the broader industry ecosystem fits together.

Data LifecycleKill ChainSTRIDE Threat ModelingIndustry Ecosystem
MODULE 02

Cyber Career Strategy
& Pathways

Understand the roles available, match your strengths to the right career fit, map a personalized roadmap, and learn which certifications to pursue.

Role MappingStrengths AssessmentCareer RoadmapCertification Guidance
MODULE 03

Building Your Cyber Lab
& Getting Hands-On

The most hands-on module. Set up your lab, learn Kali Linux and Burp Suite, and practise SQL injection, reverse shells, password cracking, and Suricata.

Lab Setup & Kali LinuxBurp Suite & SQL InjectionReverse ShellsPassword Cracking & Suricata
MODULE 04

Delivering Cybersecurity
in Practice

Gain practical context through assessments, awareness training, and guided exercises that show how cybersecurity work is applied.

Experience BuildingDelivering AssessmentsAwareness DeliveryPractical Application
MODULE 05

Professional Branding
& Positioning

Build your personal brand and create content that makes you more discoverable in the industry.

Become DiscoverableMagnetic ContentCyber BrandAttracting Opportunities
MODULE 06

Securing Your
Cyber Career

Craft a stronger CV, run a targeted job search, prepare for interviews, and build a clearer execution strategy.

CV CraftingTargeted Job SearchInterview PreparationExecution Strategy
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Start with the Cybersecurity Career Starter Program

A beginner-friendly, self-paced program with a one-time payment of A$99.

Cybersecurity Career Starter Program

A$99

One-time payment · Self-paced

  • ✓ 10+ hours of guided training
  • ✓ Six structured modules
  • ✓ Practical templates and exercises
  • ✓ Core career-roadmap tools
  • ✓ CV, job-search, and interview resources
Start Learning for A$99
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Don't Take Our Word for It

Rated 4.9 by Our Students

Some testimonials reflect experiences from higher-touch CyberGrowth programs. The A$99 Starter Program is self-paced and does not include direct mentorship or live coaching.

Common Questions

Everything you need to know before enrolling.

The A$99 Starter Program includes six structured modules, 10+ hours of guided training, practical templates and exercises, core career-roadmap tools, and CV, job-search, and interview resources.

No. The A$99 Starter Program is a self-paced program. It does not include live calls, group coaching, or direct support from Sam.

No. CyberGrowth Academy does not guarantee employment. The Starter Program is designed to improve career clarity, foundational knowledge, practical direction, and the way you approach your next steps.

No degree or coding background is required to start. Basic computer and IT familiarity is recommended because some modules introduce hands-on cybersecurity concepts and tools.

The Starter Program contains 10+ hours of self-paced content. You can move through it around your existing work and commitments.

Yes. Some content references the Australian regulatory environment, but the core curriculum and career concepts apply more broadly.

We do not offer refunds. Please review the program details carefully before purchasing.

You'll receive your course-access details and resources by email. Start with the onboarding section and move through the six core modules at your own pace.

Your Cyber Career
Starts Today.

Start with an affordable, beginner-friendly roadmap that gives you 10+ hours of guided training, six modules, practical tools, and clear career direction.

Start Learning for A$99
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One-time A$99 payment
Built by an ISC² / ISACA / AWS Certified Professional