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They say (good) cyber analysts need on the job experience.

{We say be the outlier.}

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Kano Cyber Institute’s cybersecurity training does more than give analysts knowledge about cybersecurity; it provides the experience and practice you need to learn how to think critically in the variety of scenarios that you will see as a cyber analyst.
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In cybersecurity, there’s no substitute for experience.

Kano’s cybersecurity training program provides not just knowledge, but also the practice and experience that cyber analysts need to consistently analyze, pursue and defend against the threats that happen every day on the job. Designed to be an on-ramp for people new to cybersecurity, the course provides true-to-life experiences through labs, a proprietary incident simulator, and mentorship from experienced cyber analysts.

470K

No. of US cyber-related job postings 1

Learn More About Kano’s Training

Kano Cyber Institute has developed a new approach to cybersecurity training and is now offering its full course starting in late November 2024. Designed for newcomers to the cybersecurity field, this six-month course prepares you with both the technical knowledge and the practical skills you need to jump into a cyber analyst role, ready to work from day-one.

Course Overview

Participants in the course invest ten hours a week over the course of the program. You will learn the foundations and methods of cybersecurity through a blended training model of 80% immersive self-study and 20% instructor-led virtual classroom. You’ll put your knowledge gained into practice through extensive practical experience in cloud-based labs and Kano’s proprietary incident simulator. You will also benefit from a full range of career services, including resume assistance, mock interviews, and job referrals to our hiring partners.

Next Start Date: May 5, 2025
Course Length: 6 Months
Time Commitment: 10 Hrs/week
Cost: $4,000 $2000 USD

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75%

Of cyber analyst report strong job satisfaction 2

Why Choose Kano for Cybersecurity Training?

Kano emerged to address a trend that cybersecurity leaders saw in entry-level cyber analysts: their resumes looked great, they knew the right things to say, but–when put to the task–they lacked the experience and confidence to assess security events with proficiency and accuracy.

There’s a gap in the cybersecurity training new analysts receive, and the practical experience that comes with real-to-life training and repetitions. To fill that gap, Kano Cyber Institute has developed a specific methodology and proprietary incident simulator that helps trainees develop the needed experience–with the goal of making new hires more attractive to employers and more productive once on the job.

The KANO Method

To train you to work, Kano first trains you how to think. When you have a systematic process to follow, your analysis becomes consistent and your conclusions become confident. The Kano Method teaches you a methodology that you can plug-and-play into any job, regardless of the tools the company provides. You’ll also learn the tools and when to use them, so you can recognize which tool is right for the job without a lot of trial and error.

The “secret” behind the Kano Method is contextualization. Learn how to think through security events and consistently investigate, assess, and respond to them. Once you learn the method, you practice it over and over through our proprietary incident simulator until the process becomes second nature.

The Incident Simulator

Many cybersecurity training programs provide labs or ranges, where you can learn about tools used in the industry and view examples of what an attack might look like. However, in order to be able to work an event and come up with a resolution, you have “to do” the work of responding to attacks of all kinds–over and over and over again. That’s why Kano created the incident simulator.

Kano’s simple-to-use simulator gives you practice putting your knowledge to work on real-to-life incidents and responds to your actions as if you were on the job. You will work through more than 100 attacks over the course of the program, as the data-driven simulator provides you real-time feedback on your decisions so that you can make adjustments and get the experience you need to be competitive in the workplace. Because this simulator is mobile-friendly, you can access it anywhere from a mobile device, giving you more opportunities to hone your skills while you’re waiting in line, traveling, or between appointments.

The Incident Simulator

Many cybersecurity training programs provide labs or ranges, where you can learn about tools used in the industry and view examples of what an attack might look like. However, in order to be able to work an event and come up with a resolution, you have “to do” the work of responding to attacks of all kinds–over and over and over again. That’s why Kano created the incident simulator.

Kano’s simple-to-use simulator gives you practice putting your knowledge to work on real-to-life incidents and responds to your actions as if you were on the job. You will work through more than 100 attacks over the course of the program, as the data-driven simulator provides you real-time feedback on your decisions so that you can make adjustments and get the experience you need to be competitive in the workplace. Because this simulator is mobile-friendly, you can access it anywhere from a mobile device, giving you more opportunities to hone your skills while you’re waiting in line, traveling, or between appointments.

$70k

Average starting pay for cyber analysts 3

Insight into Kano’s Cybersecurity Training

Answers to Common Questions

About Kano Cybersecurity Institute

In Greek, the word “káno” means “to do.” Kano Cyber Institute was founded to help people learn “to do” the work of cyber analysis.
Kano's Cybersecurity Mission

Kano’s Mission

Born out of the experience of Lance Leger, a subject matter expert in detection engineering and an experienced cyber analyst, Kano bridges the gap between the continually growing need for proficient cybersecurity professionals and the lack of practical experience demonstrated by many entry-level cyber analysts.

Across roles with multiple companies and organizations, Leger observed a common difficulty where newly-minted cyber analysts with all the cybersecurity training and course certifications did not possess the experience and practical skills needed to thrive on the job. These experiences inspired Leger to found Kano Cyber Institute.

The mission of Kano is to transform the cybersecurity landscape by elevating the quality of training programs available. By bridging the gap between knowledge and practical application of cyber analysis, Kano empowers the current and next generation of cyber analysts to do cyber defense more effectively.

Meet the Instructor

Lance Leger, Lead Instructor

Lance Leger’s parents might tell you that their son’s cybersecurity journey began as early as 4th grade, when he got a little too curious about his elementary school’s secure information. (You’ll have to join the course to hear the full story). More officially, Leger joined the cybersecurity industry in 2001 as a network engineer, when he helped build the networks he would later defend.

By 2009, Leger started working in defensive cyber operations, developing innovative data analytics and threat detection solutions for key U.S. government agencies like the Department of Homeland Security and Army Cyber Command. Most recently, he has been providing cybersecurity consulting for numerous Fortune 500 companies, enhancing their use of Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) tools.

Leger’s experiences give him insight into the practical skills needed by cyber analysts, as well as the difficulties companies have in finding competent cybersecurity professionals. He is passionate about mentoring and training the next generation of cyber analysts to leave a legacy of excellence in cybersecurity.

Lance Leger

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KANO Cyber Institute transforms the cybersecurity landscape by improving the abilities of cybersecurity professionals through practical, immersive training programs.

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Workforce Sources

1 CYBERSEEK US 2024
2 2022 (ISC)2 CYBERSECURITY WORKFORCE STUDY
3 SALARY.COM JULY 2023, BASED ON 25TH PERCENTILE

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KANO Cyber Institute transforms the cybersecurity landscape by improving the abilities of cybersecurity professionals through practical, immersive training programs.

Workforce Sources

1 CYBERSEEK US 2024
2 2022 (ISC)2 CYBERSECURITY WORKFORCE STUDY
3 SALARY.COM JULY 2023, BASED ON 25TH PERCENTILE

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Copyright 2024, KANO Cyber Institute, LLC