School of Cybersecurity
Become a Cybersecurity Professional. Protect the Digital World.
Learn how to identify, prevent, investigate, and respond to cyber threats through practical, hands-on training. Build the technical and professional skills needed for today's cybersecurity workforce.
Free 6-Week Level 1 Bootcamp Available | Only ₦5,000 Application Fee
Level 1: Cybersecurity Foundations
Build a practical understanding of cybersecurity, networks, operating systems, cyber threats and security practices. Designed for beginners, students, graduates and career switchers with no previous cybersecurity experience.
Week 1
Cybersecurity Fundamentals
What cybersecurity is, the security mindset, common cyber threats, CIA triad, security principles, digital safety, cybersecurity careers, and how organisations protect information and systems.
Week 2
Networking Essentials
IP addressing, TCP/IP, DNS, ports, protocols, routers, switches, firewalls and how data moves across networks. Introduction to secure network communication.
Week 3
Windows & Linux Essentials
Command-line fundamentals, files and directories, users, permissions, processes, services and basic operating-system security concepts.
Week 4
Threats, Vulnerabilities & Ethical Security
Malware, phishing, ransomware, password attacks, social engineering, vulnerabilities, OWASP concepts and responsible ethical hacking.
Week 5
Security Operations & Practical Challenge
Introduction to security monitoring, authentication and access control, incident awareness, security best practices and a practical cybersecurity challenge that brings the foundations together.
By the End of Foundations
Learners will understand the core concepts required to begin practical cybersecurity training and progress into the Advanced Professional Programme.
Become an Industry-Ready Cybersecurity Professional
Move beyond cybersecurity fundamentals into practical security operations and security assessment. Develop hands-on skills, build portfolio evidence, and prepare for entry-level cybersecurity roles and industry certifications.
Weeks 1–3
Professional Security Core
Every learner develops the common technical foundation required before moving into practical role-focused security work.
Network Security
Network architecture, protocols, traffic analysis, segmentation and defensive controls.
Identity & Access
Authentication, authorization, least privilege, account security and access controls.
Linux for Security
Linux administration, command-line workflows, permissions, processes and security tooling.
Security Principles
Risk, vulnerabilities, security controls, policies, governance concepts and professional ethics.
Threat Awareness
Threat actors, attack techniques, indicators of compromise and basic threat analysis.
Security Tools & AI
Responsible use of security tools and AI-assisted workflows for research, analysis, documentation and learning.
Choose Your Security Pathway
Develop a focused set of practical skills aligned with entry-level cybersecurity opportunities.
Pathway 01
SOC & Security Operations
Learn how security teams monitor systems, investigate alerts, analyse suspicious activity and respond to security incidents.
Core Skills
Portfolio Project
Investigate a simulated security incident, analyse logs and indicators, identify suspicious activity, document findings, and produce a professional incident report.
Potential Entry-Level Roles
SOC Analyst Intern • Security Operations Intern • Junior Security Analyst
Pathway 02
Vulnerability Assessment & Security Testing
Learn how to identify vulnerabilities, assess security weaknesses, perform controlled security testing and communicate remediation recommendations responsibly.
Core Skills
Portfolio Project
Assess a deliberately vulnerable environment, identify and document vulnerabilities, evaluate risk, and produce a professional security assessment report with remediation advice.
Potential Entry-Level Roles
Cybersecurity Intern • Vulnerability Assessment Intern • Junior Security Assessment Analyst
Certification Preparation
The programme provides structured preparation for entry-level cybersecurity certification pathways.
Primary Certification
ISC2 Certified in Cybersecurity (CC)
Entry-level certification preparation covering security principles, access controls, network security, incident response and security operations.
Additional Preparation
Linux & Security Foundations
Practical Linux skills and security fundamentals that support further certification and professional development.
Certification exams, vouchers and external examination fees are not included in the programme investment unless explicitly stated. Certification availability, eligibility and examination costs are subject to the issuing organisation's current policies.
Final Capstone
Demonstrate What You Can Do
Every learner completes practical cybersecurity work that can be documented and presented as portfolio evidence. The final project is aligned with the learner's chosen pathway.
Professional Programme
Investment: ₦200,000
A 10-week, intensive professional programme combining live instruction, practical labs, guided projects, certification preparation and portfolio development.
Sodbridge Academy Professional Cybersecurity Certificate
The programme prepares learners for entry-level cybersecurity opportunities; employment is subject to individual competence, portfolio quality and employer requirements.
Why Sodbridge Academy?
We provide more than just lessons; we build careers.
Hands-on Labs
Practice in isolated environments with real-world malware and attack scenarios.
1-on-1 Mentorship
Direct guidance from industry experts currently working in top-tier security firms.
Career Support
Comprehensive CV reviews, LinkedIn optimization, and technical mock interviews.
Cyber Community
Join an exclusive network of security professionals for networking and collaboration.
Portfolio Reports
Build a professional portfolio of technical security reports and vulnerability audits.
Lifetime Updates
Stay current with access to updated course materials as the threat landscape evolves.
Who Is This Program Designed For?
Graduates & NYSC Members
Boost your employability with a high-demand tech skill during or after service.
IT Professionals
Network admins or developers looking to pivot into specialized security roles.
Security Enthusiasts
Passionate individuals who want to formalize their hacking skills into a career.
Career Switchers
Professionals from any field wanting to enter the lucrative world of cybersecurity.
Your Cybersecurity Journey Starts Here
Join the next cohort of Sodbridge Academy and develop practical cybersecurity skills through guided learning, hands-on labs, mentorship, and industry-aligned projects.
Apply now to become a cyber security professional today.