"ThriveDX Partners with the University of Chicago to Offer Cybersecurity Bootcamps"
ThriveDX, the global leader in cybersecurity and digital skills training and cyber talent development, has announced a new partnership with the University of Chicago to provide cybersecurity bootcamp training to the Chicago area. The 400-hour training program will provide program participants with the essential skills and real-world experience needed to pursue a career in cybersecurity. ThriveDX collaborates with academic institutions, businesses, and governments around the world to provide advanced professional development programs in cybersecurity and digital technology. The University of Chicago's Cybersecurity Bootcamp powered by ThriveDX, is intended to meet the growing demand for cybersecurity professionals in the greater Chicago area. This collaboration will give learners in the Chicago region access to accelerated learning opportunities for those looking to transition into the cybersecurity and digital skills workforce. According to a recent Fortinet cybersecurity skills gap study, 80 percent of organizations worldwide experienced one or more breaches that could be attributed to a lack of cybersecurity skills or awareness. Furthermore, the survey revealed that a key factor contributing to this is that organizations struggle to find and retain certified cybersecurity talent. A lack of qualified cybersecurity candidates creates additional risks for their organizations. Learners will be introduced to a comprehensive curriculum detailing cybersecurity fundamentals through virtual, instructor-led lessons as well as experiential, hands-on learning throughout the program, divided into introductory and extended courses. By the end of the introductory course, students will have a thorough understanding of what the extended cybersecurity program covers, allowing them to determine whether the extended program is a good fit for their career goals. The extended program's courses are divided into three sections: Cybersecurity Fundamentals, Cybersecurity Infrastructure, and Advanced Cybersecurity. The proprietary experiential learning platform called TDX Arena is an online learning platform where learners complete simulations of real-world hacking scenarios, and it is one of the unique aspects of the cybersecurity program. This article continues to discuss the partnership between ThriveDX and the University of Chicago to offer cybersecurity bootcamps and the cybersecurity workforce gap.