Cybersecurity Weiterbildung
Become a Cybersecurity Analyst with a Bildungsgutschein
Our practical, hands-on Cybersecurity Weiterbildung prepares you for in-demand roles like SOC, Cloud Security, Pentesting, and GRC while earning official IHK and industry certifications.
Land Great Jobs With Startups & Industry Giants
1,600+
12+
65+
World-Class Learning Experience With Proven Results
Led by cybersecurity experts from elite military units and top cybersecurity firms, Cybersteps’ industry-leading training is designed to make you job-ready. We’ve trained experts who are now defending the world’s most critical systems. Now it’s your turn.
Apply nowCybersecurity Focused
During 12+ years of teaching cybersecurity, we’ve learned what employers are looking for – and we designed our program to provide you with the advanced skills that align with today’s market.
Experienced Instructors
Learn from seasoned cyber experts with military & industry experience who know what it takes to succeed and will guide you there.
8-Week Internship
Gain hands-on experience in a real-world environment, build your network, and develop practical skills to launch your career confidently.
Connected to the Industry
Start your cybersecurity career with the right connections. With our strong ties to employers, we open doors and help with strong interview opportunities.
Cybersecurity Weiterbildung – Program Details
Our Cybersecurity Weiterbildung program is built for flexible, effective learning. Using the Reverse Classroom method, we maximize your outcomes and help you reach your full potential.
Three-Stage Learning Process
- Before Class: Review videos, readings, and intro exercises at your own pace — so you arrive ready to get the most from each session.
- In Class: Join small, hands-on sessions led by industry experts, with live demos, guided labs, and in-depth Q&A.
- After Class: Reinforce your skills through exercises, labs, and progressively harder challenges that scale with your growing expertise.
What you’ll get:
- Learn in German or English
- 2-month internship
- Up to 8 industry certifications, including IHK
- Online, flexible schedule
- Live sessions with expert trainers
- 1:1 mentoring: professional & career
- Full academic & personal support
How Does it Work?
You After Cybersteps’ Cybersecurity Weiterbildung
Cybersecurity Analyst
Education
Cybersteps
08/2026 – 08/2027
Expected Salary
€68.000
Technical Skills
Soft Skills
Certifications
100% Funded With a Bildungsgutschein
Our goal is to help people from all backgrounds break into cybersecurity. With a Bildungsgutschein, our online Cybersecurity Weiterbildung programs are completely funded by the Agentur für Arbeit or Jobcenter, allowing you to build a career in cybersecurity at no cost!
Cybersecurity Weiterbildung Syllabus
Our syllabus includes over 2,400 academic hours, designed and continuously updated by our academic team – seasoned cybersecurity experts with military training experience. Our comprehensive curriculum is divided into four modules.
Core skills and tools:
- Computer Networks
- Python Programming
- Operating Systems – Linux, Windows
- Cloud Engineering & Security with Azure
- General AI Tools and Techniques
- AI Tools for Cybersecurity
- Digital Forensics & Incident Response
Module 1: Cybersecurity Fundamentals
In Module 1, you build the technical foundation you need for any entry into IT security: networking, Windows/Linux, cryptography, the CIA triad, and virtualization and remote access — hands-on from day one in the terminal and with Wireshark. The module ends with the CompTIA Tech+ certification, preparing you for roles like Help Desk Technician, IT Support Specialist, or Junior System Administrator.
Module 2: Core Topics in Cybersecurity
In Module 2, you move into real-world practice: you learn security fundamentals, social engineering and initial access, web hacking, and vulnerabilities & exploitation across Windows, Linux, and Active Directory systems. You’ll also cover security monitoring with SIEM tools and the basics of Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC). The module ends with the CompTIA Security+ certification, preparing you for roles like SOC Analyst, Penetration Tester, Security Engineer, or GRC Analyst.
Module 3: Cloud & Enterprise Security
In Module 3, you secure modern cloud environments: you work with cloud foundations, DevSecOps and Infrastructure as Code (Terraform), cloud monitoring with Microsoft Sentinel, and identity & access management via Entra ID. You’ll also secure Microsoft 365 and enterprise environments. The module ends with the Microsoft Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900) certification plus your choice of AZ-104 or SC-200, preparing you for roles like Cloud Security Engineer, Cloud Administrator, or Security Operations Analyst.
Module 4: Cybersecurity Specializations
In Module 4, you deepen your expertise in a realistic company environment: you analyze attack and defense scenarios, work on advanced GRC topics like ISO/IEC 27001 and NIS2, and explore AI security. You’ll also choose your own specialization — from SOC to Penetration Testing to GRC or Application Security. The module ends with the IHK Cyber Security Advisor certification (or PECB ISO/IEC 27001), preparing you specifically for your chosen career path.
A Day in the Life of a Cybersteps Student
You’ll experience an interactive classroom environment with your peers, instructors, and teaching assistants through a combination of live lectures, hands-on workshops, and collaborative team projects.
No two days are the same, but here’s an example of what a day at Cybersteps can look like:
Your morning begins with a daily opening and 2 live class sessions led by a senior Cybersteps instructor, with a short break in between. We start by reviewing the day’s plan, followed by learning new tools, concepts, and technologies through real-time demonstrations and interactive participation. The session also gives you the opportunity to ask questions and deepen your understanding.
I Am Ready To Start
After class, you will reinforce your knowledge through self-paced exercises and hands-on labs designed to simulate real-world cybersecurity challenges, allowing you to practice and refine your skills at your own pace with the full support of our teachers and mentors who are always available to you.
I Am Ready To Start
You’ll have a dedicated hour-long lunch break to step away, recharge, and refuel before diving back into your training.
I Am Ready To Start
After lunch, you’ll participate in a group review session, a personal review session, or have extra time for labs and projects. Often times we bring senior cybersecurity managers to give a guest lecture and share their perspective on recent advancements, market developments, or advice on building a career in cyber.
I Am Ready To Start
In this session, you’ll continue strengthening your skills through self-paced exercises and hands-on labs, tackling real-world cybersecurity challenges. You’ll have the full support of our teachers and mentors, ensuring you can practice, refine, and master each concept at your own pace.
I Am Ready To Start
At the end of the day, you’ll have time to fill in any gaps and prepare for the next day. We’ll guide you in reviewing materials, experimenting with tools, and completing light exercises to reinforce key concepts, ensuring that class time stays focused on practical, hands-on learning
I Am Ready To Start
Official Industry Certifications
Our curriculum includes preparation for 4 core and 4 optional industry-recognized certifications, designed to strengthen your professional profile and help you get hired faster. All exam vouchers and preparation included. Read the full certification overview
Up to
9,855€
Of Certification Value Included
CompTIA Tech+
Monetary Value: €560
CompTIA Security+
Monetary Value: €1,550
Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900)
Monetary Value: €660
IHK Cyber Security Advisor
Monetary Value: €2,490
PECB ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Implementer
(Optional)
Monetary Value: €1,320
BSI IT-Grundschutz Practitioner
(Optional)
Monetary Value: €1,730
Hack The Box CDSA
(Optional)
Monetary Value: €885
Microsoft Certified: Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals
(Optional)
Monetary Value: €660
Choose your own additional certification
We’ll fund up to €500 toward an additional certification of your choice: Cisco, AWS, Microsoft, Google, or any other recognized provider so you can boost your skills in cloud, networking, pen-testing, compliance, and more. Additional certification terms
The Cybersteps Experience
Your 1:1 mentor sessions are designed to provide personalized support as you pursue a career as a cybersecurity analyst. Whether you’re deciding between offensive roles like penetration testing or defensive ones like SOC analysis, refining your career goals, or tackling specific challenges, your mentor will guide you every step of the way. These sessions are also an opportunity to receive feedback on your progress and strategies for excelling in the Cybersecurity Weiterbildung program.
Learn in small, interactive classes led by instructors with 10+ years of real-world cybersecurity experience, including our founders. Each session includes live demonstrations of offensive or defensive cybersecurity techniques, making complex concepts easy to grasp. No boring slide reading here – just hands-on, practical learning.
You’ll work with advanced cybersecurity platforms and exclusive exercises developed by Cybersteps and designed to simulate real industry challenges. Every task is adaptable to your skill level and aligned with your goals, ensuring you’re always progressing toward becoming a strong cybersecurity analyst.
Stay engaged with unique activities that bring learning to life:
- Peer Presentations: Share insights, build confidence, and learn from your classmates.
- “This Week in Cyber”: Engaging presentations on the latest cybersecurity news and trends, including guest lectures from senior industry experts.
- “An Attack From the Past”: Explore historic cyberattacks and the lessons they teach us today and for the future.
- Cyber Games and Competitions: Hone your skills in a fun, high-energy environment.
Cybersecurity often requires teamwork, and we reflect that in our program. Through group projects and collaborative challenges, you’ll learn to communicate and solve problems with others while building connections with your peer students. At the same time, we emphasize independent work to ensure you develop the skills to solve problems on your own – an essential trait for any cybersecurity analyst.
Your Instructors
Roman Dvorkin
Head of Academics & Lead Instructor
Roman is a senior cybersecurity expert with over a decade of military and industry experience. Roman has been teaching cybersecurity since 2017 and specializes in working with beginners on building foundations.
“The key to success is finding an area in cybersecurity you enjoy and diving deep into that.”
Why Career Changers Choose Cybersteps
“I had no background in cybersecurity, and it felt overwhelming at first. But Roman broke things down in a way that made it click, and step by step, I felt like I belonged.”
“Anyone who really wants to build practical IT or cybersecurity skills is in the right place here. Unlike many other providers where I unfortunately wasted time, Cybersteps’ program doesn’t just go over theory, it delivers real hands-on experience.”
“It’s a great program – I am learning so much, and it’s been such a great experience. Roman makes the lessons easy to follow and actually fun, even when the topics get complicated and tricky.”
Career Paths After Completing our Cybersecurity Weiterbildung
Cybersteps prepares you for a wide range of in-demand cybersecurity positions, allowing you to explore different roles and choose the path that suits you best.
Not sure which role fits you? Take our role-match quiz!
Career Coaching: Get and Pass Interviews
Cybersteps’ career coaching is designed by HR managers and cybersecurity interviewers, helping you showcase your technical skills and excel in interviews while aligning your interpersonal abilities with industry demands.
Learn best practices for acing technical and behavioral cybersecurity analyst interviews. Practice with simulations built by experienced interviewers and get personal feedback that will help you improve.
Learn how to use LinkedIn and job boards to find open cybersecurity analyst positions and get interviews, and how to supplement your applications with networking and other tips that will help you stand out.
Build a professional LinkedIn and CV tailored for a cybersecurity analyst, and learn how to adjust each CV you send for each company and position to optimize your chances. In addition, you will learn how to use LinkedIn for networking and job search (not just applying to the job ads!).
Learn how to write professional emails, reports, presentations, and general effective communication best practices. This is the training that top tech companies and financial institutions provide their new employees and can help you get interviews and lock-in jobs.
Gain control of your professional future by learning how to manage your manager. This is a core skill that most people lack and can help you keep your job, get promoted, and improve your fulfillment from work.
AI-Resilient & Future-Proof Career Path
AI brings new power to cybersecurity. It enhances the field with tools and automation to combat today’s complex threats. In Cybersteps’ Cybersecurity Weiterbildung, you’ll join weekly AI sessions to get hands-on with cutting-edge tools for coding, automation, data analysis, and real cybersecurity tasks.
Events & Webinars
Live Cybersecurity Workshop for Beginners – New Topic Every Month! (English)
Register nowYour Path to a Cyber Career: What You’ll Learn, Earn, and Achieve (English)
Register nowAZAV-Certified
We’re an AZAV-certified education provider, certified by CERTQUA, one of Germany’s leading certification bodies. This means our programs are officially recognized and can be fully funded through a Bildungsgutschein.
FAQ
Making a career change is a big decision – we want you to have all the information you need.
Cybersteps is a professional cybersecurity training provider offering personalized, flexible, online weiterbildung programs to help you acquire in-demand skills, gold-standard tools, and certifications.
What makes us different is our exclusive focus on cybersecurity and the highest industry standards. Our team of industry veterans works with you until you land a job with one of our hiring partners or other companies. We use our strong industry connections to keep you current on the latest trends and ensure you have the support to secure a great job.
No prior technical knowledge is required to join our courses. However, to qualify for financial support through a Bildungsgutschein, you must:
- Have a registered residence in Germany
- Speak German or English at a B1 level or higher
- Be registered as a job seeker
Read more about our admissions process here
No prior knowledge of cybersecurity or programming is required. Our Cybersecurity Weiterbildung is designed to support all levels of experience. Motivation, determination, and passion are better indicators of success than prior experience. However, to thrive in our program, you should have:
- Comfort with learning in German or in English
- Basic computer skills
Yes, our Cybersecurity Weiterbildung program is AZAV-certified and registered with the Arbeitsagentur, and you can participate in it for free using a Bildungsgutschein. Read more
Generally, university students are not eligible to receive funding through a Bildungsgutschein. To qualify for a Bildungsgutschein, you must be eligible to register with the Arbeitsagentur or Jobcenter—typically by being unemployed, facing unemployment, or working in a short-term employment situation. Read more
Our cybersecurity weiterbildung program is designed to meet the needs of our hiring partners—leading companies across industries with a high demand for skilled cybersecurity talent. They trust in the quality of our training, so if you complete the course in good standing, you’ll be well-positioned to secure a job. Visit our career portal to learn more about potential cybersecurity jobs for our graduates.
Additionally, we will do everything necessary to help you find a job. We offer unlimited job support both during and after the program. Our professional mentors, along with our HR and career experts, will assist you in finding job openings, refining your resume, preparing for interviews, and negotiating salary and terms.
AI tools are a great productivity booster for work, including day-to-day cybersecurity tasks. Our curriculum covers essential AI technologies and tools and recommends using AI when suitable. Don’t worry – you’ll receive guidance and learn how to leverage generative AI effectively for your role in cybersecurity.
Both. We use a Purple Team approach: you’ll practice offensive techniques (recon, exploitation, post-ex) and defensive skills (SIEM, incident response, hardening) in hands-on labs. Understanding how attacks work makes you a stronger defender – and vice versa.
Cybersecurity weiterbildung is a broad term, and programs can be very different across different providers. While bootcamps offer quick 2-4 month cybersecurity weiterbildung programs that provide basic training to enter the field as a junior. Cybersteps offers a comprehensive 6-12-month cybersecurity Weiterbildung that includes a 2-month internship. In addition to foundational training, Cybersteps offers advanced training and specialization, equipping graduates with the skills needed to excel and become stronger candidates for cybersecurity roles. This extended, in-depth approach provides a more solid foundation and better preparation for the job market.
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