They say (good) cyber analysts need on the job experience.
{We say be the outlier.}
Set Yourself Apart
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.
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.
Learn More About Kano’s Beta Test
Kano Cyber Institute has developed a new approach to cybersecurity training and is now offering limited spots to first-time trainees in its beta experience, launching May 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 beta 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.
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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.
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 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 Instructors
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.
