Operating System Security Training
Real-world skills taught by professionals who actually defend systems every day. We focus on practical defense techniques that you can start using immediately.
Request Program DetailsThree Pathways, One Goal
Choose the track that fits your current experience. Each program runs independently starting September 2025.
Foundation Track
14 weeksPerfect if you're switching careers or just starting out. We cover Linux and Windows security basics without assuming you already know everything.
- Command line essentials for both systems
- User permissions and access control
- Basic firewall configuration
- System hardening fundamentals
Practitioner Track
18 weeksFor IT professionals who want to specialize in security. We skip the basics and dive into defensive architecture.
- Threat modeling for OS environments
- Advanced access controls and policies
- Intrusion detection setup
- Incident response procedures
Advanced Track
22 weeksDesigned for security professionals handling enterprise systems. We cover sophisticated attack vectors and defense strategies.
- Kernel-level security mechanisms
- Custom security module development
- Complex threat hunting techniques
- Security automation frameworks
Learn From Active Practitioners
Our instructors work in security daily. They bring current challenges and real solutions to the classroom.

Ruben Kowalski
Linux Security Specialist
Spent eight years securing banking infrastructure. Ruben focuses on teaching practical hardening techniques that actually get used in production environments.

Vera Lindstrom
Windows Defense Expert
Former incident responder at a healthcare provider. Vera teaches how to spot compromise indicators before they become full breaches.

Astrid Chen
Threat Analysis Lead
Works with government systems where failures make headlines. Astrid shares threat modeling frameworks that help prioritize limited security resources.

What You'll Actually Be Able To Do
Configure Defensive Systems
Set up monitoring, logging, and access controls that detect problems before they escalate. You'll configure real tools on actual systems.
Respond To Security Events
Follow structured procedures when something looks wrong. We practice incident response with scenarios based on actual breaches.
Communicate Risk Clearly
Explain security issues to people who aren't technical. This matters more than you'd think when trying to get budget or support for fixes.
Next Cohort Starts Fall 2025
Classes run twice weekly in the evenings. Lab access stays open so you can practice whenever your schedule allows.
We cap enrollment at 24 students per track to keep the experience hands-on. Applications open in June for the September start.
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