What you’ll learn
A practical Cybersecurity curriculum designed to build breadth and confidence, covering systems, networking, scripting, and real offensive/defensive workflows. Complete it in 12 weeks full-time or 24 weeks part-time, with live sessions aligned to CET/CEST.
Prework
Set up your cybersecurity lab with virtualization, Kali or Parrot Linux, and vulnerable VMs. Learn Linux command line, Python, Bash, Git, networking fundamentals, binary, hexadecimal, memory, C basics, cryptography, and problem-solving techniques.
Introduction & Fundamentals
Learn core security principles (CIA, AAA, Zero Trust, defence in depth), STRIDE threat modelling, risk management, and compliance frameworks (NIST CSF 2.0, ISO 27001, CIS Controls, GDPR, PCI-DSS, HIPAA, NDPA). Explore Linux, Windows, Active Directory, networking, HTTP, APIs, authentication, cryptography, PKI, IAM, cloud, containers, Kubernetes, and the cyber kill chain.
Offensive Security (Red Team)
Master penetration testing from reconnaissance, OSINT, scanning, and enumeration to exploitation, privilege escalation, lateral movement, and reporting. Cover phishing, the OWASP Top 10 (2025), REST and GraphQL API testing, Active Directory attacks, password cracking, buffer overflows, Wi-Fi, cloud, container, and AI security testing.
Defensive Security (Blue Team)
Learn SOC operations, logging, SIEM (Splunk, Elastic, Microsoft Sentinel), Sigma detection rules, threat hunting, IDS/IPS (Snort, Suricata, Zeek), EDR/XDR, incident response, digital forensics, malware analysis, threat intelligence, SOAR, vulnerability management, and cloud defence.
Specialisations & Capstone
Explore cloud security, Zero Trust, DevSecOps (SAST, DAST, SCA), Terraform and IaC security, secrets management, software supply chain security (SBOM, SLSA), AI & LLM security, AI red teaming, deepfakes, and electives in mobile, IoT, and OT/ICS security. Prepare for certifications, bug bounties, portfolios, and technical interviews.
Chapter 0: Pre-work
The prework gets everyone to the same starting line before live classes begin. People come to this course from all sorts of backgrounds, so this stage is about making sure nobody is lost on day one. It's self-paced, you move as fast or as slowly as you need, and we're around the whole time to help you plan it and get unstuck. You don't need any experience to start. By the time you finish you'll be comfortable on the command line, you'll have written a little code, your lab will be built and working, and you'll have broken your first cipher.
Lab Setup
- Virtualisation, a Kali or Parrot machine, and vulnerable target VMs on an isolated lab network
Linux Fundamentals
- Moving around Linux, files and permissions
- Pipes and redirection
How Computers Work
- Binary and hex
- How data is stored and memory
- What happens when a program runs
Python and Bash
- Variables, loops, functions
- Reading and writing files
- Small scripts that automate the dull stuff
- A bit of Bash
C and Memory
- A first look at C and how memory is laid out
- The root of memory-safety bugs (buffer overflows, use-after-free)
Networking Basics
- IP addresses, ports, and the client/server idea
Git and GitHub
- Version control, so your work and your notes are tracked from the start
Project: The Enigma
- You're given a cipher text and have to break it and recover the hidden message, using classical ciphers (Caesar, Vigenère, substitution) and the language of your choice, then write up how you did it
Learning schedule (CET/CEST)
Monday–Friday · 09:30–15:30
Live class
09:30–11:00
Live class
11:30–13:00
Hands-on session
14:00–15:30
How you’ll learn
Live online learning
- Join instructor-led sessions in real time, ask questions, and collaborate with peers, delivered online and aligned to CET/CEST for learners in Poland.
Self-study (structured)
- Part-time: 9 hours live learning + ~11 hours self-study (≈20 hours/week)
- Full-time: 22.5 hours live learning + ~17.5 hours self-study (≈40 hours/week)
Flipped classroom approach
- You’ll review materials before class, then use live sessions for practice, discussion, and feedback, so learning time is active, not passive.
Guided practice & portfolio work
- Every program is built around hands-on exercises and projects. You’ll practise skills as you learn them and graduate with portfolio-ready work you can show (internally at work or to employers).
What you’ll need
You don’t need a computer science degree to join. We assume no formal prerequisites and use pre-work to align everyone’s baseline. The bootcamp is suitable if you’re new to security or you want a structured way to deepen existing IT skills through hands-on labs and guided practice.
- Laptop or computer: A device capable of running security tools and virtual machines. Minimum requirements: 16GB RAM, 512GB storage (SSD preferred), Intel Core i5 (or equivalent) and above.
- Stable internet connection: Reliable internet access for live sessions, hands-on labs, and assignments.
- Basic computing knowledge: A general understanding of how computers and operating systems work.
- Basic web knowledge: Familiarity with how the web works (HTTP/HTTPS, browsers, common web concepts).
- English proficiency: B1 level or higher, enough to follow technical materials and communicate in class (the bootcamp is taught in English).
- Commitment to learning: Willingness to dedicate weekly time to live sessions, assignments, and structured self-study.
Career Services Center
Career development workshops
Short sessions open to learners and the wider CLA community. Get practical guidance, meet our career advisors, and drop in for last-minute CV improvements or LinkedIn tweaks.
1:1 career & growth sessions
Structured conversations to clarify your direction and build a plan. Useful for upskilling goals (new responsibilities, internal mobility) as well as external job searches.
Mock interviews
Practise common interview formats, from behavioural questions to role-specific scenarios. Learn how to highlight impact, communicate trade-offs, and handle salary conversations with confidence.
CV & cover letter reviews
Get tailored recommendations that help recruiters (and hiring managers) understand your strengths quickly, plus suggestions to make your story sharper for the Polish and EU job market.
Job & internship round-up
A curated view of entry-level and junior-friendly opportunities, plus roles suitable for upskilling-driven transitions (e.g., internal moves or hybrid skill sets).
Career resources access
Use our platform materials: templates, exercises, portfolio guidance, and curated tech industry resources you can keep revisiting while you grow.
Professional guidance & networking events
Join live sessions with tech professionals for practical advice, industry insights, and networking, helpful whether you’re applying now or planning your next move over the next 6–12 months.
Alumni network
Stay connected with classmates and alumni, share openings and learning resources, and keep the momentum going after the bootcamp ends.
Why choose Code Labs Academy?
1-to-1 career coaching
Personalised support from career specialists: CV and LinkedIn refresh, mock interviews, and a tech-focused job-search strategy.
Portfolio-ready projects
Graduate with a GitHub-ready portfolio of real-world projects, built in class and polished with mentor feedback.
Industry-driven curriculum
Curriculum refreshed every quarter to match current hiring needs in AI, cybersecurity, and web development.
Recognised certificate
Showcase your AZAV-accredited Code Labs Academy certificate on LinkedIn, your CV, and visa applications.
Frequently Asked Questions
What our graduates say
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The teachers and mentors are wonderful, at least the one I had. Moe taught me more than all my teachers in my whole life. He makes things clear and always encourages you to keep going despite all the challenges.
