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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 ris
You’ll gain a clear understanding of today
What you’ll learn
The #1 Cybersecurity Bootcamp Trusted by 350+ Cyber Leaders, Investors, Founders & Operators
Learn directly from Francis
Francis Odum
Cybersecurity researcher and independent analyst to Fortune 500 CISOs
Who this course is for
Cyber Leaders & Decision-Makers
Lead with clarity on risks, vendors, and strategy across cloud, identity, AI, and more.
Founders & Innovators
Build products that solve real problems and stand out in a crowded, fast-moving cybersecurity market.
Cybersecurity Operators
Stay ahead of threats, tools, and trends with practical insights for smarter day-to-day security decisions.
What's included
Live sessions
Learn directly from Francis Odum in a real-time, interactive format.
Lifetime access
Go back to course content and recordings whenever you need to.
Community of peers
Stay accountable and share insights with like-minded professionals.
Certificate of completion
Share your new skills with your employer or on LinkedIn.
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Course syllabus
15 live sessions • 12 lessons
Week 1
Module 1 — Introduction to Cybersecurity
Jun
9
Intro to Cybersecurity: Welcome Session
2026 Cybersecurity Primer
Module 2 — Cloud & Application Security
Jun
11
Cloud & Application Security
Jun
11
Wiz Security: Live Cloud Security Demo
Module 3 — Network Security, SASE & Browser
Jun
13
Network Security, SASE & Browser Security
Week 2
Jun
16
Data Security (DSPM & DLP) + AI Security
Jun
16
Cyera Data Security Live Demo
Jun
18
Identity Security (IAM, PAM & IGA)
Jun
20
Identity Security & AI Security (Part 2)
Jun
20
Okta Identity Security Live Demo
Schedule
Live sessions
Mon, Jun 9
4:00 PM—5:30 PM (UTC)
Wed, Jun 11
4:00 PM—5:30 PM (UTC)
Wed, Jun 11
5:30 PM—6:30 PM (UTC)
Projects
Async content
Testimonials
- The quality and level of detail surpasses most sell-side research produced today. I especially appreciate the fact that the product combines datapoints from public and private companies to generate insights. The product is a good fit for both industry participants trying to learn the financial side, but also financial professionals.
Ivana Spear
Chief Investment Officer (CIO), Investor & Fund Manager at Spears ETF | Ex. Millenillium & Citadel Hedge Fund - Francis is one of those rare people that really understands the business of cybersecurity. The ease with which he breaks down technical complexity and ties it back to financial reality is illuminating for anyone interested in learning more about cyber"
Rak Garg
Partner at Bain Capital Ventures | Cybersecurity & AI Investor - Francis immediately come to mind when I think of “thought leaders” in the Cybersecurity space. The cybersecurity landscape is constantly evolving, and I’ve benefited tremendously from Francis’ deep dives on the sector.
CJ Gustafson
CFO at PartsTech | Lead Author Mostly Metrics, One of the largest podcasts - Francis has played a pivotal role in enhancing my investment decisions regarding security companies. It serves as a comprehensive, one-stop guide, offering in-depth analysis and coverage of the intricate technological and financial aspects of security companies. The platform has provided me with invaluable insights with confidence
Shubham Goel
Security Product Manager @ Netskope | Ex Security Operator at Uber, Exabeam - Francis has an incredibly deep and nuanced understanding of the security sector. It goes beyond the surface level; he possesses a deep understanding of the history, evolution, and the direction in which the industry is heading. His expertise shines through, whether he's conducting extensive research on specific sectors like the SASE market
Danel Dayan
Principal at Battery Ventures | Cybersecurity Investor