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Security

Cybersecurity

6 MonthsIn-PersonIndustry Certification Aligned

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

Africa loses billions of dollars annually to cybercrime. Our Cybersecurity program produces the defenders that organizations desperately need. Students learn offensive and defensive security techniques in a controlled lab environment.

WHO IS THIS FOR

This program is designed for ambitious individuals looking to break into technology or upskill for modern tech roles. No prior degree required. We prioritize dedication, logical thinking, and the willingness to learn.

REQUIREMENTS

  • Basic networking understanding (or IT Support/Network Engineering completion recommended)
  • Logical and analytical thinking ability
  • Commitment to ethical use of skills all students sign an ethical hacking agreement

TOOLS & TECHNOLOGIES

Kali LinuxWiresharkNmapMetasploitBurp SuiteAutopsyVolatility
Students in ASAL iLab Cybersecurity class

Inside the ASAL iLab: Cybersecurity lecture session.

CURRICULUM

CIA Triad; threat types; anatomy of an attack; threat actors; security terminology; Linux CLI; networking review; security lab setup (VirtualBox, Kali, DVWA); ethics and Kenya's Computer Misuse & Cybercrimes Act

CERTIFICATION PATH

1
ASAL iLab CertificateCompletion
2
Level 1 CertIndustry Standard
3
Advanced CertSpecialization

CAREER OUTCOMES

→Security Analyst (bank/fintech/enterprise)
→Penetration Tester
→SOC Analyst
→CompTIA Security+ and CEH certification-ready
→Cybersecurity Consultant for SMEs/NGOs
→Eligible for bug bounty programs (HackerOne, Bugcrowd)

All graduates are eligible for industry certification exams.

LEAD INSTRUCTOR

Abdi Ali
Abdi AliSenior ExpertOver 3 years of industry experience working with global tech giants.

"This program completely changed my trajectory. The hands-on labs were exactly what I needed to pass my interviews."

Jane SmithClass of 2025

FAQS

A standard laptop (Core i5 or equivalent, 8GB RAM) is sufficient for most of our programs. If you don't have one, you can use our lab computers during campus hours.

Applications Closed

This program is not currently accepting applications.

Join the waitlist to be notified when the next cohort opens.

Duration6 Months
FormatIn-Person
CertificationAligned
TOOLS YOU'LL USE
Kali LinuxWiresharkNmapMetasploitBurp SuiteAutopsy+1 more

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