Moving Forward
Trusted Tribe is committed to democratizing cybersecurity. Our core mission transcends traditional limits, focusing on empowering businesses and individuals worldwide with exceptional cybersecurity expertise. We strive to foster a collaborative community and cultivate an environment that encourages continuous learning and innovation. Our journey is marked by passion, dedication, and an unwavering pursuit of a secure digital future.
Funding Opportunities
Trusted Tribe is committed to democratizing cybersecurity. Our core mission transcends traditional limits, focusing on empowering businesses and individuals worldwide with exceptional cybersecurity expertise. We strive to foster a collaborative community and cultivate an environment that encourages continuous learning and innovation. Our journey is marked by passion, dedication, and an unwavering pursuit of a secure digital future.
Scholarships
These scholarships offer diverse opportunities for undergraduate students interested in STEM and cybersecurity. The awards range from several hundred to tens of thousands of dollars, supporting various aspects of education including tuition, books, and stipends. Each scholarship has specific eligibility criteria and deadlines, so it's important to review them carefully and apply accordingly.
(ISC)² Undergraduate Scholarships:
- Award: $100,000 total, with 20 awards
- Deadline: March 08
- Eligibility: High school seniors or undergraduate students focusing on cybersecurity, information assurance, or a related field
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The Snort Scholarship by Cisco:
- Award: $10,000
- Requirements: High school diploma or evidence of pursuing a degree in an applicable field
- Timeline: Typically runs between April and May
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American Security Professional Fellowships:
- Award: Minimum $10,000 per semester, up to full tuition
- Eligibility: U.S. citizens planning to enroll full-time, with a strong commitment to IT management
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AFCEA STEM Major Scholarships:
- Amount: Various amounts
- Eligibility: Focus on STEM majors including cybersecurity
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Cybersecurity Scholarships by NICCS:
- Inclusions: Tuition, stipend, professional allowance for job fairs, and up to three years of support
- Requirement: Work in a government or approved organization post-graduation
- Managed by: National Science Foundation, U.S. Office of Personnel Management, and CISA
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Maureen D. Keller Undergraduate Scholarship:
- Award: $1,000
- Deadline: April 15, 2024
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DoD Cyber Scholarship Program:
- Award: Covers tuition, fees, books, laptop, and stipends ($29,000/year for undergraduates)
- Eligibility: Cyber-related majors, aimed at juniors, seniors, and graduate students
- Deadline: February 1, 2024
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National Cybersecurity Alliance HBCU Scholarship:
- Award: $2,000
- Deadline: October 24, 2023
- Eligibility: Underrepresented communities, specific institutions listed
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HACU / Palo Alto Networks Cyber Scholars Program:
- Award: $5,000
- Deadline: November 1, 2023
- Eligibility: Students in technology-related fields, minimum 2.5 GPA
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Grit Scholarship in Computer Science - CSU:
- Award: Varies
- Deadline: March 1, 2024
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CIA Undergraduate Scholarship Program:
- Award: Up to $30,000 per year
- Requirements: U.S. citizenship, 2.5 GPA minimum, interest in intelligence field
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Women in Technology Scholarship (WITS) by VIP:
- Award: Up to $2,500 each
- Eligibility: Female students in IT or related fields
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Fellowships
These fellowships offer valuable opportunities for postgraduate students to pursue advanced studies and research in STEM and cybersecurity fields. The benefits of these fellowships range from financial support to professional development and future employment opportunities. It's advisable to carefully review the eligibility criteria and application deadlines for each fellowship and proceed accordingly.
Al Ponte Graduate Scholarship Award:
- Award: Average of $1,000
- Deadline: June 1
- Offered by: Association of Former Intelligence Officers (AFIO)
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CIA Graduate Scholarship:
- Award: Up to $25,000 per year
- Deadline: July 31 (apply at least 12 months before the desired start date)
- Requirements: Recipients must complete two 90-day sessions with the CIA before graduating, and work for the CIA for 1.5 years per year of money received
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CyberCorps®: Scholarship for Service (SFS) Program:
- Benefits: Tuition, stipend, professional allowance for job fairs, and up to three years of support
- Requirement: Work in a government or approved organization post-graduation
- Managed by: National Science Foundation, U.S. Office of Personnel Management, and CISA
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Applied Computer Security Associates Scholarship for Women Studying Information Security:
- Award: Up to $10,000
- Requirements: Undergraduate or graduate student in cybersecurity or a related field, U.S. citizen, and female
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(ISC)² Graduate Scholarships:
- Award: Up to $5,000 (total $100,000 for 20 scholarships)
- Deadline: March 08
- Eligibility: Students pursuing a master’s or doctorate degree in cybersecurity or information assurance
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Center for Cyber Safety and Education Women’s Scholarship:
- Award: Varies, up to $40,000
- Eligibility: Women pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in cybersecurity or information assurance
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Cisco Systems Information Assurance Scholarship:
- Award: $2,500
- Eligibility: Students in cybersecurity or related fields
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KnowBe4 Scholarship for Black Americans in Cybersecurity:
- Award: $13,000
- Requirements: Pursuing a degree in cybersecurity or information assurance
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SFS Scholarships at Naval Postgraduate School (NPS):
- Award: Paid tuition for a two-year Master’s Degree, $34,000/year stipend, $6,000/year professional allowance
- Requirements: Participation in a summer internship, post-graduation work in the Federal government
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Visionary Integration Professionals (VIP) Scholarship:
- Award: Up to $2,500
- Eligibility: Women pursuing degrees in IT or related fields
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Veteran Funding
These scholarships and fellowships offer valuable opportunities for veterans to advance their education and careers in STEM and cybersecurity fields. It's important to check each program's specific eligibility criteria, deadlines, and application processes to ensure a successful application.
- GI Bill Benefits: Veterans can use their GI Bill benefits for funding their education in cybersecurity or STEM fields. This includes tuition, fees, and a monthly housing allowance. Veterans should check their eligibility and the specifics of their benefits on the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs website.
- Veterans Affairs (VA) Education and Career Counseling: This program offers career counseling and guidance for veterans transitioning to civilian life, which can be helpful in navigating educational choices in cybersecurity or STEM.
- Scholarships for Veterans: Various organizations offer scholarships specifically for veterans. These scholarships often cover tuition, books, and other educational expenses in cybersecurity and STEM programs. Examples include the AFCEA War Veterans Scholarships, Pat Tillman Foundation Scholarship, and the American Legion Scholarships.
- National Initiative for Cybersecurity Careers and Studies (NICCS): NICCS offers resources, including training and funding opportunities, for those looking to enter or advance in the cybersecurity field.
- Veteran Employment Through Technology Education Courses (VET TEC): This VA program offers funding for technology courses for veterans, which can include cybersecurity and other STEM fields.
- State-Specific Veteran Benefits: Many states offer additional educational benefits for veterans, which can be used for cybersecurity and STEM education. It's worth researching state-specific benefits in your area.
- SWE Scholarship Program: Funded by the Society of Women Engineers, this program offers scholarships to individuals identifying as women pursuing degrees in engineering. The number and amount of scholarships vary each year. Applications usually open in January or February.
- EPP Undergraduate Scholarship Program: This scholarship is for rising junior undergraduate students majoring in STEM fields supporting the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). It includes funding for two years and two paid internships with NOAA. Applications are due by January 31, 2024.
- American Association of Blacks in Energy Scholarship: Aimed at supporting underrepresented minorities in energy fields, this scholarship offers $3,000-$5,000 to high school seniors planning to pursue a degree in fields like business, math, engineering, or technology. The application deadline is March 10, 2024.
- DOE Computational Science Graduate Fellowship: Offered by the Department of Energy for doctoral students in high-performance computing, scientific, and engineering fields. This fellowship includes funding and training opportunities. Applications are due by January 14, 2024.
- Stokes Program: Administered by the NSA, this program offers $30,000 a year for tuition, with a requirement to intern at the NSA and work there post-graduation for a period equivalent to 1.5 times the scholarship duration.
- (ISC)² Scholarships: These are both undergraduate and graduate scholarships offered by the Center for Cyber Safety and Education and (ISC)². They range from $1,000 to $5,000 each and are available to students in cybersecurity fields regardless of citizenship.
- Snort Scholarship by Cisco: Offers $10,000 to students pursuing degrees in fields related to cybersecurity at any accredited institution. The scholarship typically opens between April and May.
- American Security Professional Fellowships: Provided by Heinz College, these fellowships offer a minimum of $10,000 per semester, up to full tuition for eligible students in IT management fields.
- NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program Scholarship: For students pursuing master’s or doctorate degrees in NSF-supported STEM majors. It offers a three-year annual stipend of $34,000 and an additional $12,000 for tuition and fees.
- Google SVA Scholarship: In partnership with Student Veterans of America, Google awards eight $10,000 scholarships annually to students studying computer science and related majors.
- Edith Nourse Rogers STEM Scholarship: Offered by Veterans Affairs, this scholarship provides up to 9 months of added benefits (or $30,000) for undergraduate degree programs in various STEM fields for those with 6 months or less of their Post-9/11 GI Bill benefits left.
- Veterans Cybersecurity Scholarship: Provided by CybersecurityEducationGuides.org, this scholarship offers $1,000 to veterans enrolled in accredited cybersecurity programs. The application deadline is January 15th, and the scholarship prioritizes academic performance and essay strength.
- DoD Cyber Scholarship Program (DoD CySP): This program is both a scholarship for students not currently employed by the DoD and a capacity-building tool for institutions. It supports higher education in cybersecurity disciplines and offers various scholarship and grant opportunities.
- CyberCorps®: Scholarship for Service (SFS): A unique program providing scholarships for up to 3 years of support for cybersecurity undergraduate and graduate education. Recipients must work post-graduation for the U.S. Government in a cybersecurity-related role for a period equal to the scholarship duration.
Free Training
Contrary to popular belief, you don't have to have a degree, industry certificate, or even pay for training to get into this industry. As Matt Damon's character Will Hunting famously puts it to a Harvard punk at a diner, "You dropped a hundred and fifty grand on a f----n' education you coulda' got for a dollar fifty in late charges at the public library." Whether you're just starting out or looking to deepen your expertise, these free resources provide valuable insights and skills development opportunities in the dynamic field of cybersecurity.
Industry Programs
These resources offer a broad spectrum of learning opportunities, from foundational knowledge to more advanced topics, catering to different stages of a cybersecurity career.
SANS Institute - SEC275: Foundations - Computers, Technology, & Security: A foundational course in computers, technology, and security, essential for a cybersecurity career. Includes segments on computer hardware CPU and the SMTP Protocol.
Cybrary: A free information technology and cybersecurity training portal.
EC-Council: Offers free resources like webinars, blogs, and online video training.
Elastic: Provides free courses on Elastic Stack, observability, and security.
Ethically Hacking Space YouTube Channel: A YouTube channel with free training videos focused on cybersecurity operations.
Evolve Academy: Offers a free Cybersecurity Fundamentals course.
Federal Virtual Training Environment (FedVTE): Free online cybersecurity training for government employees and US military veterans.
Fortinet: Free access to the FortiGate Essentials Training Course and Network Security Expert courses.
Google Cybersecurity Certificate: A program for aspiring cybersecurity analysts (Coursera membership required after a free week).
Hacker101: Free class focusing on web security.
Springboard Free Cybersecurity Course: Covers cybersecurity threats, defense strategies, and career advancement in cybersecurity.
Appknox Top 30 Free Cybersecurity Training Resources: Includes resources such as whitepapers by the Centre for Internet Security, research journals by CompTIA, and cybersecurity blogs.
Infosec Institute Cyber Work Podcast: Offers free cybersecurity courses and resources for technical training and certifications.
Career Karma Free Online Cyber Security Bootcamps: A guide covering the best free online bootcamps for learning cybersecurity.
Springboard Cybersecurity Resources: Lists influential figures in the cybersecurity industry and recommends resources such as cybersecurity websites and blogs.
ISC2 Certification Exams: Offers the "One Million Certified in Cybersecurity" initiative, providing free ISC2 certification exams.
Government Programs
These programs provide extensive training and education resources in the field of cybersecurity and are aimed at improving the skills and knowledge of individuals in various sectors, including government, private sector, and the general public.
United States
Federal Virtual Training Environment (FedVTE) by CISA: Provides over 800 hours of free online training on various cybersecurity topics for U.S. government personnel and veterans.
CISA's Cybersecurity Training & Exercises: CISA provides a variety of training opportunities, both online and in person, for partners in government, the private sector, and the general public.
FEMA Emergency Management Institute (EMI): Offers self-paced courses designed for people who have emergency management responsibilities and the general public. Includes courses related to cybersecurity within the context of emergency management.
NICCS Education and Training Catalog: This catalog provided by the National Initiative for Cybersecurity Careers and Studies (NICCS) offers a range of courses related to cybersecurity, including those from various federal entities.
U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Cybersecurity Training & Exercises: DHS offers a variety of cybersecurity training opportunities, including webinars and other resources, to help strengthen the security posture of the nation.
NSA's National Cryptologic School: Provides education and training in cryptology, cybersecurity, and related fields for the U.S. Department of Defense and other federal agencies.
Cyber Corps: Scholarship For Service (SFS): A program that offers scholarships funded through grants by the National Science Foundation. In return, recipients must work post-graduation for the U.S. Government in a position related to cybersecurity.
Department of Energy (DOE) Cybersecurity Training & Resources: Provides various training resources and initiatives to strengthen cybersecurity skills among DOE personnel and other federal employees.
National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Cybersecurity Framework Training: NIST offers training to help organizations understand and implement the Cybersecurity Framework.
Harvard University's CS50 for Lawyers: This course includes topics relevant to cybersecurity and is freely available online.
US Department of Homeland Security: Offers various cybersecurity training resources for both technical and non-technical audiences.
Texas - Statewide Cybersecurity Awareness Training: The Texas Department of Information Resources offers certified cybersecurity training programs for state and local government employees and contractors. The training focuses on forming information security habits and procedures that protect information resources.
CyberTexas Foundation: This foundation is dedicated to the advancement of cybersecurity education in Texas. It provides resources and training opportunities, along with partnerships to enhance cybersecurity education across the state.
Massachusetts - Office of the Comptroller Cybersecurity Training: This resource provides free cybersecurity awareness training for Commonwealth of Massachusetts employees. It includes tips, guidelines, and videos to help employees understand and implement cybersecurity measures.
United Kingdom
The Open University - Introduction to Cyber Security: A free course that covers the basics of cybersecurity, including how to protect against cyber attacks and related ethical questions.
CyberFirst Courses: Sponsored by the UK government's National Cyber Security Centre, offering free cybersecurity courses for UK students aged 14 to 17.
Canada
- Canadian Centre for Cyber Security: Provides various cybersecurity learning resources and guides, though not structured as formal training programs.
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