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Stop guessing your way into cybersecurity. Get a plan.

Tell us where you are — career switcher, fresh graduate, stuck in IT support — and we’ll map the shortest realistic path into a security role. No sales script. You keep the plan either way.

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skillxgen — career triage — 30 minLIVE
  1. 09:14:02ALERT"200 applications sent, zero interviews"
  2. 09:14:09TRIAGEroot cause: generic resume, no hands-on evidence
  3. 09:14:16FINDINGcertifications alone ≠ job-ready skills
  4. 09:14:23PLANtrack matched → SOC Analyst · 12-week path
  5. 09:14:30RESOLVEDescalated to: 30-min consultation ✓
  • SOC Analyst
  • Penetration Testing
  • AI Bug Bounty
  • Cloud Security
  • GRC
  • SOC Launch Cohort
  • Corporate Training

2,000+

Learners trained

90%

Move into an IT or security role

Alumni now work in security operations, cloud security, offensive security, and compliance across the US, the UK, and beyond.

Why SkillXGen

Most cybersecurity training prepares you for an exam. We prepare you for Monday morning.

01

Taught live, by people who still do the work

Every session is delivered in real time by practitioners currently working in security — not by presenters reading someone else's deck. You can interrupt, disagree, and ask the question you think is stupid.

02

Enterprise labs, not toy exercises

You work in environments built to mirror production: real SIEM pipelines, real Active Directory estates, real cloud accounts with real misconfigurations. The tooling you touch here is the tooling you'll be handed on day one.

03

AI-native from the first week

Security teams already run on AI-assisted workflows. You learn to direct them, verify them, and know precisely where they fail — so you arrive current rather than two years behind the job description.

04

We optimize for hired, not for enrolled

Resume rebuild, LinkedIn positioning, portfolio review, mock interviews with scored feedback, and referral introductions. Support does not stop when the syllabus does.

The difference, line by line

We don’t name competitors. You already have one in mind.

A comparison of a typical online course platform against SkillXGen
AttributeTypical course platformSkillXGen
FormatPre-recorded video libraryLive cohort, recorded for revision
LabsScreenshots and walkthroughsEnterprise environments you break
InstructorUnavailable after purchasePractitioner, in the room, every week
AINot coveredBuilt into the workflow you're taught
Career supportA downloadable checklistResume, LinkedIn, mocks, referrals
You finish withA completion certificateA portfolio, and an interview process

Programs

Seven tracks. One outcome: employable, on day one.

Each program is built backwards from a real job description — the skills, the tooling, and the artifacts that get you through a technical interview.

01

SOC Analyst

Detect, triage, and respond to real intrusions inside a live SIEM environment.

Skills

SIEM engineeringMITRE ATT&CKIncident response

Career outcomes

  • SOC Analyst (Tier 1 / Tier 2)
  • Security Monitoring Analyst
  • Detection Engineer (entry)
LIVE · 12 WEEKS · PROJECT-GRADEDLearn more
02

Penetration Testing & Ethical Hacking

Compromise enterprise networks and web applications — then write the report that gets paid for.

Skills

Active DirectoryWeb exploitationClient reporting

Career outcomes

  • Penetration Tester (junior)
  • VAPT Analyst
  • Application Security Analyst
LIVE · 16 WEEKS · PROJECT-GRADEDLearn more
03

AI-Powered Bug Bounty Hunting

Find, validate, and report vulnerabilities at scale using AI-assisted recon and triage.

Skills

Recon automationLLM-assisted triageReport craft

Career outcomes

  • Independent security researcher
  • Application Security Analyst
  • Product Security Engineer (entry)
LIVE · 10 WEEKS · PORTFOLIO-GRADEDLearn more
04

Cloud Security

Secure and defend AWS and Azure estates — identity, workloads, logging, and detection.

Skills

IAM attack pathsDetection engineeringContainer security

Career outcomes

  • Cloud Security Engineer
  • Cloud SOC Analyst
  • DevSecOps Engineer (entry)
LIVE · 12 WEEKS · PROJECT-GRADEDLearn more
05

Governance, Risk & Compliance

Run risk assessments, build ISMS controls, and carry an organization through audit.

Skills

ISO 27001Risk assessmentAudit readiness

Career outcomes

  • GRC Analyst
  • Compliance Analyst
  • Information Security Risk Analyst
LIVE · 10 WEEKS · PORTFOLIO-GRADEDLearn more
06

SOC Launch Cohort

Six weeks, live, in a small cohort: build practical SOC skills, run real investigations, and leave with a portfolio and a plan — not a promise.

Skills

Live blue-team labsGuided investigationsCareer-readiness support

Career outcomes

  • SOC Analyst (Tier 1)
  • Security Monitoring Analyst (entry)
  • IT support → security transition roles
LIVE COHORT · 6 WEEKS · CAP ~20 LEARNERSLearn more
For teams

Corporate Cybersecurity Training

Custom programs that raise an entire team's security capability, delivered on your stack.

Skills

Delivered on your stackMeasured capability deltaExecutive reporting

Career outcomes

  • Engineering teams
  • Security & IT operations
  • Risk, compliance, and audit functions
IN-PERSON OR REMOTE · CUSTOM SCOPERequest proposal

How we teach

A four-stage system, not a playlist.

Every learner moves through the same sequence, and no stage is optional. It is the reason people finish.

01

Diagnose

We start with a conversation, not a syllabus. We map your background, your target role, and your real constraints, then place you in the track where you will actually finish.

Free 30-minute consultation

02

Train live

Instructor-led sessions each week in small cohorts, recorded for revision. Questions get answered in the room, not in a comment thread three days later.

Small cohorts, live Q&A

03

Build

Lab missions and graded projects modeled on real incidents and real engagements. Every submission is reviewed by a mentor and returned with written feedback.

Mentor-reviewed submissions

04

Deploy

Resume rebuild, LinkedIn positioning, portfolio packaging, mock interviews with scored feedback, and referral introductions into our hiring network.

Support continues after completion

AI-powered learning

AI is already in the job. We teach you to run it — and to break it.

Three ways AI shows up in every SkillXGen program. Select one to see it work.

skillxgen — triage-assistantLIVE

$ triage --alert 4471 --context 24h

▸ 1,284 events correlated · 6 hosts

▸ Parent: winword.exe → powershell.exe -enc

▸ ATT&CK: T1566.001 → T1059.001 → T1071

 

ASSESSMENT Likely true positive. Macro-borne

loader, outbound beacon to 45.147.x.x (14 min

interval). Two hosts show identical parentage.

 

NEXT Isolate WKS-2291, WKS-2144. Pull memory.

VERIFY Beacon interval is model-inferred —

confirm against proxy logs before escalation.

Illustrative output. Every workflow we teach ends in a verification step, because a model’s confidence is not evidence.

Not sure which track fits?

That is exactly what the consultation is for. Thirty minutes, one practitioner, and a written roadmap you keep either way.

Career transformation

From where you are now to your first security role.

The path is different depending on where you start. Choose your situation.

  1. Month 0

    Know exactly which role you're aiming at and why

    Built
    A written roadmap from your consultation
    Recruiters see
    A candidate with a plan, not a wish
  2. Month 1–2

    Read logs fluently, triage alerts, map activity to ATT&CK

    Built
    Your first documented lab investigations
    Recruiters see
    Hands-on tooling on your resume, not just certifications
  3. Month 3–4

    Run a full investigation alone and write the report

    Built
    A portfolio of investigations and a public technical writeup
    Recruiters see
    A rebuilt resume and a LinkedIn profile that gets opened
  4. Month 5–6

    Hold a technical interview panel without flinching

    Built
    An end-to-end capstone project you can walk through
    Recruiters see
    Mock-interview ready and eligible for referrals
  5. Hired

    Contribute in a real security team from week one

    Built
    A verifiable body of work
    Recruiters see
    An offer

Timelines describe a typical learner who keeps to the weekly commitment. Yours is mapped honestly on the consultation call.

From alumni

What people who actually did this say.

Published the moment they're submitted, with the reviewer's consent — nothing edited, nothing curated out.

I recently completed SOC Analyst training with SkillXGen, and overall, it has been a very valuable experience. What stood out to me most was the practical, hands-on approach. Rather than simply going through theoretical concepts or preparing for a certification, the training focused on understanding how a SOC operates in a real-world environment. Working with security monitoring, SIEM, alert investigation, incident response, and MITRE ATT&CK helped me develop a much better understanding of what is expected from a SOC analyst. The live sessions were particularly useful because I could ask questions, discuss scenarios, and get guidance when I was stuck. The practical labs and investigation-based exercises also helped bridge the gap between cybersecurity theory and actually performing security operations. Another aspect I appreciated was the emphasis on thinking like an analyst—understanding an alert, investigating the evidence, identifying whether activity is malicious or benign, and making informed decisions rather than simply following a checklist. The training has given me greater confidence in areas such as log analysis, alert triage, threat detection, incident investigation, SIEM operations, and security incident response. It has also helped me understand how different SOC processes and technologies fit together. I would recommend SkillXGen to anyone who is serious about developing practical SOC skills and wants to move beyond simply collecting cybersecurity certifications. The combination of instructor-led learning, hands-on labs, real-world scenarios, and career-focused guidance makes the experience particularly worthwhile. Overall, a very positive experience and an important step in my development as a cybersecurity professional. Michael from UK

Michael Adewoye

SOC Analyst/ · SOC Analyst

My Experience with the Skill X Gen Cybersecurity/AI Training I recently completed my Cybersecurity training at Skill X Gen, and I can honestly say it was one of the best career decisions I have made. The training gave me a strong foundation in cybersecurity and helped me understand how security concepts are applied in real-world business environments. What I particularly appreciated was the combination of technical knowledge, practical exercises, career guidance, and interview preparation. The instructors were knowledgeable, supportive, and willing to explain difficult concepts until they made sense. The hands-on approach helped me build confidence and prepare for the expectations of an actual cybersecurity job—not just pass an exam The biggest result for me The training ultimately helped me land a cybersecurity job. I went from learning the concepts to being able to confidently discuss my skills during interviews and demonstrate how I could contribute to an organization. The career support was especially valuable because it helped me understand how to present my cybersecurity experience, improve my resume, prepare for interviews, and approach the job search strategically. My Recommendation I would strongly recommend this training institute to anyone serious about starting or advancing a career in cybersecurity. If you're willing to put in the work, practice consistently, and take advantage of the instructors' guidance and career resources, this program can provide a strong foundation for entering the cybersecurity field. “The training didn't just teach me cybersecurity—it gave me the confidence and practical foundation to turn that knowledge into a career.”

Musi P.

Cyber Security Analyst · Cloud Security

An authentic and valuable program for anyone looking for a course that will teach you every step you need for your next job. I’m truly grateful for the SkillXGen program and the support provided by the instructors. The program offers a clear and practical way to learn, with guidance that helps students stay focused and confident throughout the process. A special thank-you to my instructor, Mr. Vivek. He is an excellent instructor; he is patient, knowledgeable, supportive, and always willing to explain topics clearly. His mentorship has made a real difference in my learning experience and has encouraged me to keep improving. I would recommend SkillXGen to anyone who wants structured learning, practical skills, and strong mentorship. Instead of searching through many different resources online, this program provides a focused path and the support needed to move forward with confidence.

Dorothy

SOC Analyst · SOC Analyst

Questions

The things people actually ask us.

Including the two we get asked most and answer least comfortably.

It depends on the track, and we'll tell you honestly on the call. For SOC, Cloud Security, and Penetration Testing, some IT or networking familiarity helps considerably — if you don't have it yet we'll give you a short groundwork plan first. For Governance, Risk & Compliance, no technical background is required at all; it is the strongest entry point in the industry for people coming from audit, operations, finance, and business roles.

Book your call

Thirty minutes. One practitioner. A roadmap you keep.

  • We map your current skills, background, and real constraints
  • We identify the specific gaps between you and your target role
  • We recommend a track — or tell you honestly if now isn't the right time
  • You receive a written roadmap by email, whether or not you join
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