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The #1 Cybersecurity Bootcamp Trusted by 350+ Cyber Leaders, Founders & Operators
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4 people enrolled last week.
4.6 (25)
3 Weeks
·Cohort-based Course
The #1 Cybersecurity Bootcamp Trusted by 350+ Cyber Leaders, Founders & Operators
This course is popular
4 people enrolled last week.
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Course overview
𝗚𝗲𝘁 𝗰𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗲𝗱 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗻𝗲𝘁𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 80+ leaders 𝗽𝗲𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗵𝗼𝗿𝘁!
Cybersecurity Is Evolving—Are You Ready to Lead?
Cybersecurity is one of the fastest-growing, most critical industries in the world—and the opportunities have never been greater. But with thousands of vendors, rapid innovation, and constantly shifting threats, staying ahead is no easy task.
Whether you're building the next great cybersecurity product, leading security strategy, or operating on the front lines—this bootcamp gives you the clarity, frameworks, and practical knowledge to make smarter decisions.
Through clear, actionable lessons and real-world case studies from industry leaders like Palo Alto Networks, Datadog, and CrowdStrike, you’ll gain a deep, practical understanding of cybersecurity—without the noise or unnecessary complexity.
🚀 Walk away with the clarity, confidence, and tools to succeed in cybersecurity.
⬛ FOR CYBER LEADERS & DECISION-MAKERS
Make Smarter, More Informed Cybersecurity Decisions
This course is built for cybersecurity managers, engineering leads, and CISOs who need more than just technical depth.
You’ll walk away with a strategic lens to evaluate vendors, prioritize risks, and lead decisions across cloud, identity, data, and AI.
💡 How This Bootcamp Helps You
You’ll gain a clear understanding of today’s most important risks and frameworks—from cloud and identity to AI, data, and detection.
We’ll explore how to evaluate your security stack, what’s changing in the threat landscape, and why non-human identities, LLMs, and third-party integrations are reshaping the future of cyber risk.
✅ A structured approach to evaluating cybersecurity companies in PoCs
✅ Confidence in identifying the ones with real staying power
✅ A deeper understanding of product strategy, and market trends
⬛ FOR FOUNDERS & INNOVATORS
Build Cybersecurity Products That Solve Real Problems & Gain Traction
Cybersecurity is a crowded, competitive space. Too many startups fail because they misread the market, struggle to differentiate, or build solutions no one actually needs.
This course is built for founders who want to identify real gaps, validate positioning, and build standout solutions.
💡 How This Bootcamp Helps You
We’ll help you refine your product strategy, align with customer needs, and break down what makes top security companies succeed—so you don’t waste time or resources.
✅ A clear framework for identifying and solving real security problems
✅ Insights into market trends and what makes products succeed
✅ A strategy to position, validate, and scale your cybersecurity startup
✅ Case studies and breakdowns of successful cybersecurity companies
⬛ FOR CYBERSECURITY OPERATORS
Stay Ahead of the Latest Threats, Technologies & Best Practices
Whether you're hands-on in the SOC or just entering the field, this course gives you clarity on what actually matters in a noisy, fast-changing space.
💡 How This Bootcamp Helps You
We’ll break down the latest threats, tools, and frameworks into actionable insights. You’ll sharpen your understanding of today’s evolving risk landscape and the vendors shaping it.
✅ A structured foundation for newcomers covering key concepts and players
✅ Advanced insights into evolving threats and vendor strategies for experienced pros
✅ A no-fluff approach to filtering industry noise and focusing on critical security developments
✅ Real-world case studies to help you make smarter security decisions
💡Topics Covered
The program includes 18+ hours of live sessions, expert briefings, and a capstone project created by Francis.
It’s designed to help you apply what you learn directly to real-world cybersecurity challenges.
Key Topics;
✨Security Cloud Operations
✨Cloud & App Security
✨Data Security
✨Identity Security
✨Network Security
✨Platforms v/s Best of Breed
💡 Course Prerequisites
* No technical experience is needed!
We’ll simplify complex ideas and ensure every session is clear, accessible, and immediately useful—whether you're new or experienced.
💡 Ready to get started?
Sign up today and take the first step toward mastering the cybersecurity landscape!
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Cyber Leaders & Decision-Makers
Lead with clarity on risks, vendors, and strategy across cloud, identity, AI, and more.
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Founders & Innovators
Build products that solve real problems and stand out in a crowded, fast-moving cybersecurity market.
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Cybersecurity Operators
Stay ahead of threats, tools, and trends with practical insights for smarter day-to-day security decisions.
High-Growth Career Opportunities
Cybersecurity employment is projected to grow 31% by 2029 (Bureau of Labor Statistics), with over 700,000 jobs in the U.S. (CyberSeek). Prepare to enter one of the fastest-growing sectors in tech.
Comprehensive Cybersecurity Insights
Gain a deep understanding of the cybersecurity landscape through real-world case studies from leading companies like Palo Alto Networks, Datadog, and CrowdStrike. Decode technical jargon, financial reports, and key metrics to analyze cybersecurity companies with precision.
Simplified Frameworks for 4,000+ Companies
Cut through the noise with expertly designed summaries and simplified terminologies, allowing you to quickly grasp the industry and make informed decisions.
Exclusive Access to Industry Leaders & Experts
Participate in special sessions with top cybersecurity professionals. Get insider knowledge and guidance, with the opportunity to ask questions and gain insights that aren't available anywhere else.
Real-World Use Cases and Problem-Solving
Apply your knowledge to real-world case studies and challenges, gaining direct experience in tackling current cybersecurity problems.
Interactive and Engaging Learning Environment
Engage in hands-on activities, live discussions, Q&A, and group projects, allowing you to immediately apply your skills in real-time.
Market Differentiation & Product Strategy
Learn how to evaluate and compare product strategies across top companies, like CrowdStrike vs. SentinelOne, and understand major cybersecurity categories (endpoint, cloud, AI, network, data, identity security).
Become a Well-Rounded Technologist
Master the tools to analyze and evaluate cybersecurity technologies, giving you the confidence to make strategic decisions and assess investment opportunities.
Long-Term Networking Opportunities
Join a dedicated community of cybersecurity professionals, founders, and operators. Build valuable connections and stay engaged through networking events and an active Slack group even after the bootcamp.
Ongoing Support and Resources
Continue to access resources, materials, and updates long after the bootcamp ends, ensuring you're always on top of emerging cybersecurity trends.
Lifetime Access to the Alumni Network
Enjoy lifelong entry to our expansive alumni network for continuous learning, job opportunities, and professional connections.
9 interactive live sessions
Lifetime access to course materials
1 in-depth lesson
Direct access to instructor
Projects to apply learnings
Guided feedback & reflection
Private community of peers
Course certificate upon completion
Maven Satisfaction Guarantee
This course is backed by Maven’s guarantee. You can receive a full refund within 14 days after the course ends, provided you meet the completion criteria in our refund policy.
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Cybersecurity Researcher, Writer & Analyst
Francis is a renowned cybersecurity researcher, independent analyst, and thought leader with a global audience of over 75,000 security and technology professionals. His work reaches more than 500,000 security professionals and has generated over a million impressions worldwide.
With a strong foundation in AI/ML, Francis transitioned into cybersecurity, leveraging his technical expertise to address some of the most pressing challenges in the field. He specializes in Identity, Cloud & Application Security, Data Security, Network Security, and Security Operations Centers (SOC), offering deep, actionable insights to security leaders and operators.
Francis has built one of the largest independent cyber research firms in the market by cultivating a network of the most powerful and knowledgeable cybersecurity professionals. His research is highly regarded for its depth, accuracy, and relevance—making him a trusted advisor to security leaders, founders, vendors, and investors alike.
In addition to his advisory work, Francis conducts in-depth research and analysis, compiling his findings into comprehensive reports for publication. (You can find his reports here: https://softwareanalyst.substack.com). He also translates this knowledge into immersive bootcamps, which he hosts every few months. These bootcamps are informed by his extensive conversations with CISOs, security leaders, and operators, providing attendees with the latest strategies, tools, and best practices in cybersecurity.
He also advises some of the world’s largest venture capital firms, buyside investors, and late-stage private investors—bringing them cutting-edge insights into the cybersecurity market, technology trends, and vendor landscape.
Francis’s journey from conducting cyber research at a venture capital firm in San Francisco to becoming an independent cybersecurity researcher has been marked by a commitment to excellence and a passion for advancing the field. His ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear, actionable insight has made him a sought-after voice in the cybersecurity community.
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4 hours per week
2025
Session Syllabus
Monday, Weds & Fridays
Weekly Projects
2 hours per week
Schedule items can also be used to convey commitments outside of specific time slots (like weekly projects or daily office hours).
Special Guest Speaker Sessions
Exclusive Deep Dives & Reports
Resources
Community Access
Ongoing special events & resources
Active hands-on learning
This course builds on live workshops and hands-on projects
Interactive and project-based
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