The Cyber ‘Ike

Initiative

To address the growing demand for skilled professionals in the field of IT and cybersecurity, this program aims to provide specialized training, certification, and practical experience to individuals seeking to enter or advance their careers in IT and cybersecurity. With a focus on collaboration with local businesses and educational institutions, this program will contribute to the development of a robust IT and cybersecurity workforce in Hawaii.

Join the Cybersecurity Workforce

Students who complete their cohort will have the chance be placed in internships, full time positions or contracting work across the State of Hawaii from public, private, and DOD using the skills that they have acquired.

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of all required hiring assessments, including drug tests, and all necessary approvals by the Human Resources department of each respective company or agency.

  • Risk Analysis and Management

    Identify and mitigate potential threats to your organization’s assets and operations through meticulous risk analysis. Our tailored risk management strategies ensure proactive identification and mitigation of vulnerabilities, safeguarding against potential security breaches and financial losses.

  • Penetration Testing

    Test the effectiveness of your organization’s security measures with our rigorous red teaming simulations. By emulating real-world attack scenarios, we uncover vulnerabilities, assess response capabilities, and enhance overall security posture through targeted remediation efforts.

  • Incident Response

    Rapidly respond to security incidents with our comprehensive incident response strategies. From detection to containment and recovery, we provide expert guidance and support to minimize the impact of breaches, restore normal operations, and strengthen future resilience.

  • Security Awareness

    Foster a culture of security consciousness among your workforce through our engaging security awareness programs. From interactive training sessions to phishing simulations, we empower employees to recognize and mitigate security threats effectively, reducing the risk of human error and enhancing overall resilience.

  • AI Advisory

    Gain strategic guidance into AI in your workplace. Leveraging industry expertise and best practices, the AI Advisory services provide tailored solutions to align to your business objectives, optimize resource allocation, and navigate complex regulatory landscapes.

  • Tabletop Exercises

    Prepare your organization for real-world IT and security incidents with our immersive tabletop exercises. By simulating various scenarios and testing response protocols, we identify strengths, weaknesses, and areas for improvement, ensuring readiness to effectively manage crises and maintain business continuity.

Program & Curriculum

Our program provide hands-on training that enhance employability and readiness for industry demands. Each cohort is 6 months consisting of a Monday, Wednesday, Friday hybrid class.

Completion of the cohort means acquiring all certifications, 10 hours of volunteer hours per month, and finishing the capstone project.

Training to industry standard to IT & Cybersecurity certifications in A+, Network+ and Security+.
A+: Entry level certification that teaches the fundamentals of IT
Network+: Training of essential networking skills like network configuration and management.
Security+: Global standard for validating baseline cybersecurity skills.

Advanced certifications to prove you can excel in the workplace.
Cysa+: Certification training that focuses on prevention, detection and combating cyberthreats
Pentest+: Learn the offensive side and understand attacker Tactics, Techniques and Procedures.
CASP+: Advanced certification that trains on security architecture and enterprise security operations.

Learn how to manage a MS365 tenant as well as master Microsoft Copilot. Certifications to prove that you have what it takes to effectively design, implement and manage a Microsoft 365 environment as well as change the business landscape with AI.

Students will harness the cybersecurity skills acquired throughout their coursework to develop a team-based capstone project. This collaborative endeavor aims to design innovative solutions that address Hawaii’s unique cybersecurity challenges, thereby contributing to the state’s digital resilience and safety.

Supporting students with mock interviews, resume reviews, communication skills, volunteer exposure and leadership challenges to enhance candidates’ professional skills, bolstering their confidence and readiness for future opportunities in the workforce.

Following career development, individuals have the chance to pursue paid internships or full-time positions with local businesses and government agencies, opening avenues for professional growth and practical application of acquired skills.

Cybersecurity Supply/Demand Heat Map

Cybersecurity talent gaps exist across the country. Closing these gaps requires detailed knowledge of the cybersecurity workforce in your region. This interactive heat map provides a granular snapshot of demand and supply data for cybersecurity jobs at the state and metro area levels, and can be used to grasp the challenges and opportunities facing your local cybersecurity workforce.

Learn More at CyberSeek.org

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