Affordable Cybersecurity Talent on Every Team

With SUU’s Cybersecurity Apprenticeship Program, building a secure barrier between your business and cyber criminals is accessible.

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What is the Cybersecurity Apprenticeship Program?

Southern Utah University offers an online cybersecurity training curriculum that includes three self-paced courses and an on-the-job mentor. The program exists to make it easier for more businesses to put much needed cybersecurity talent on their teams. This allows businesses to secure their data and protect long-term success.

Two Paths to Quality Cyber Talent

Upskill a current employee

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Cost: $2,100 or less with opportunities for reimbursement
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Encourage an employee(s) to enroll in the program
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Apprentices take two required courses and one elective course at their own pace
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Mentor helps new apprentice implement a customized cyber plan at their place of work
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Certificate is awarded upon completion
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Bonus perks:
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Invest in your workforce
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Offer professional development opportunities
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Strengthen employer brand
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Learn cutting-edge cybersecurity strategies

Hire an entry-level cyber specialist

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Cost: Competitive entry-level salary
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Program directors match you with the ideal candidates
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New hire is accompanied by an experienced cybersecurity mentor
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Mentorship includes creating a cybersecurity plan customized to your unique industry and business needs
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Certificate is awarded upon completion
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Bonus perks:
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Take the gruntwork out of hiring great talent
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Support local job seekers
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Get built-in entry-level talent training and support

Finally safeguard your most sensitive information and stay in business.

Complete the Apprenticeship Curriculum & Earn Your Certificate

Take Cybersecurity Courses

Requirements (6 Credits)
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CYBR 2750 - Systems Security 3 Credit(s)
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CYBR 3400 - Practical Cryptography 3 Credit(s)
Elective Requirements (3 Credits)

Select 3 credits from the following:

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CYBR 3450 - Defensive Security 3 Credit(s)
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CYBR 3700 - Digital Forensics and Cyber Crime 3 Credit(s)
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CYBR 3800 - Offensive Security and Ethical Hacking 3 Credit(s)

Work With a Mentor

Apprentices must implement what they learned in their courses with a mentor's oversight and support. Both apprentices and employers benefit because:

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Entry-level cybersecurity talent produces the work of an experienced professional
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Mentors offer apprentices a lifeline when questions arise
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Initial projects go through a mentor to ensure they are accurate and complete
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Mentors customize their support to company and industry-specific needs

Every mentor has years of industry experience, as well as a deep understanding of security frameworks, including the NIST framework and CIS controls.

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Industries Most at Risk for Cyber Attacks

Manufacturing
Finance & Insurance
Energy & Utilities
Retail

Take Cybersecurity Seriously

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60% of small businesses that are cyber attacked go out of business within 6 months

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Small businesses are 3x more likely to be targeted by cybercriminals than larger companies

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51% of small businesses have no cybersecurity measures in place

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46% of all cyber breaches impact businesses with fewer than 1,000 employees

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In 2020, there were more than 700,000 attacks against small businesses, totaling $2.8 billion in damages

Don’t wait until it’s too late to protect your business from losing everything.

With the SUU Cybersecurity Apprenticeship Program, you can afford the knowledge that could save you millions in avoidable cyber attacks.

Talk to an apprenticeship program director today!
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This workforce program is funded 70%($3,977,088) by a grant awarded by the US Department of Labor's Employment and Training Administration; and 30%($1,789,690) from non-federal entity resources.

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