MoD & Veterans Cyber Academy
Go beyond online learning. The MoD & Veterans Cyber Academy offers an industry-driven curriculum and expert guidance to launch your cybersecurity career
Start your cyber security journey with us today, register for our upcoming programmes starting in 2024 includes CompTIA Security+ and CREST CPSA exams
Equipping Service Leavers and Veterans for success in Cybersecurity careers
The UK MoD Cyber Academy is a new approach to support and develop service leavers and veterans transition out of the Armed Forces with a passion for technology and security. Our team is here to equip you with the skills and knowledge to excel.
Our bespoke transitional training delivery leverages your valuable military experience and provides the focused training needed to launch a rewarding career in cyber security.
Explore our bespoke programme and take the first step towards your cyber security future!
What our programme
includes?
What will you learn?
CompTIA Security+ 701
- General security concepts
- Threats, vulnerabilities & mitigations
- Security architecture
- Security operations
- Security programme management & oversight
CREST CPSA Course 
- Assessing operating systems
- Assess common network service
- Perform basic infrastructure and web application
- Vulnerability scans
- Use commonly available tools
Additional Support
- Writing CV’s that sell you
- Effectively applying for jobs that land interviews
- LinkedIn advice – to promote your personal brand
- Interview advice that land jobs
- Q & A to finish
- Live jobs specifically for ex-military matching to current opportunities in the market
Who is eligible?
- MoD Service Personnel with access to Enhanced Learning Credits (ELC- search for Blue Screen IT Ltd)
- Military Veterans with access to Enhanced Learning Credits (ELC)
- Sponsored Military Personnel or MoD Veterans
Pre-Requisites
- A foundational understanding of computer hardware, software, and networking is essential
- Experience, while not mandatory, having some practical experience in IT security or related fields is beneficial