Applied Technology Academy elevates on-site
cybersecurity training by teaching three highly sought-after OffSec
courses: PEN-200 (OSCP), SOC-200 (OSDA) and EXP-401 (OSEE)
NEW
YORK, April 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- OffSec, the
leader in continuous cybersecurity workforce development and
learning, today announced it has officially selected Applied
Technology Academy (ATA) as its exclusive training partner for
Black Hat USA. This recognition is
a testament to ATA's commitment to excellence and its dedication to
providing the highest quality offensive and defensive cyber
education.
OffSec's selection of ATA was driven by their exceptional team
of instructors and a shared commitment to uphold and deliver OffSec
content under OffSec's high standards, ensuring the utmost quality
and integrity in cybersecurity education. ATA's instructors
comprise distinguished experts in the field of cybersecurity, each
with a deep understanding of both offensive and defensive
strategies. Their diverse backgrounds, spanning sectors such as
government, finance, tech, and healthcare, enrich the learning
experience, offering students insights into real-world applications
of cybersecurity. Only ATA instructors holding top OffSec
certifications will teach OffSec courses. This level of expertise
ensures that students receive an education that is not only
comprehensive but also aligned with the latest industry standards
and practices.
"Being selected as OffSec's exclusive Black Hat
USA Training Partner and receiving
their endorsement, following a rigorous vetting process,
underscores our team's capabilities and unwavering dedication to
delivering top-tier offensive and defensive cybersecurity training
and education. This development reaffirms our steadfast commitment
to empowering individuals and organizations with essential skills
and strategies to thrive in today's dynamic cybersecurity
landscape," stated Lynn Fisher,
President and CEO of Applied Technology Academy. "Through our
exclusive training partnership with OffSec, we are poised to
fulfill our mutual pledge of fostering enduring cybersecurity
solutions through the transformative potential of OffSec training
and certifications, tailored to the learner's preferred delivery
method: be it instructor-led, mentored learning, or on-demand
courses."
ATA will offer and lead three OffSec courses at BlackHat
USA at Mandalay Bay, Las Vegas, August 3-6,
2024:
- PEN-200: Penetration Testing with Kali Linux (OSCP)
- SOC-200: Foundational Security Operations and Defensive
Analysis (OSDA)
- EXP-401: Advanced Windows Exploitation (OSEE)
As part of ATA's commitment to ongoing learning and to
complement the Learn Unlimited subscription (received by each
learner, they will offer support through live, online mentoring
sessions after the immersive instructor-led training at Black Hat.
Learners will have six post-training mentorship sessions designed
to deep dive into high-impact areas from the OffSec curriculum and
are key to the success of the certification exam. Through focused
discussions, examples, and opportunities to ask questions, learners
will solidify their understanding and practice applying knowledge
to the most granular and difficult concepts of the course.
As OffSec's exclusive Black Hat USA Learning Partner, ATA is instrumental in
delivering live, instructor-led online, and in-person classes,
expanding OffSec's capacity to offer training across its extensive
content library. This partnership is poised to meet even the most
stringent classified government requirements, showcasing the depth
and versatility of the collaboration.
ATA's focus has traditionally been on meeting the U.S.
Department of Defense's training needs, including defense
contractors. ATA is also extending its reach to corporate clients,
ensuring a broad spectrum of professionals can benefit from premier
advanced cybersecurity training.
This partnership between OffSec and ATA marks a significant
milestone in cybersecurity education. By combining ATA's expert-led
training with OffSec's best-in-class content, hands-on labs and
certifications, the partnership is set to provide unparalleled
learning opportunities, equipping the next generation of
cybersecurity professionals with the skills they need to
succeed.
"OffSec is thrilled about embarking on this partnership journey
with ATA, a company that has consistently demonstrated its
excellence and commitment to the highest standards in the industry.
Our collaboration signifies more than just a partnership; it
represents a shared vision for the future of security and
excellence," stated Steve Maher,
OffSec's Chief Revenue Officer. "We have the utmost confidence in
ATA's capabilities to represent our brand and uphold our rigorous
quality standards. Together, we are set to redefine the benchmarks
of the sector and deliver unparalleled value to our clients and the
community at large. This alliance is a testament to our mutual
dedication to innovation, excellence, and making the digital world
a safer place for everyone."
About OffSec
OffSec is the leading provider of
continuous professional and workforce development, training, and
education for cybersecurity practitioners. OffSec's distinct
pedagogy and practical, hands-on learning help organizations fill
the infosec talent gap by training their teams on today's most
critical skills. With the OffSec Learning Library featuring 6,800
hours of content, 1,800 videos, and 4,200 labs, OffSec demonstrates
its commitment to empowering individuals and organizations to fight
cyber threats with indispensable cybersecurity skills and
resources. OffSec also funds and maintains Kali Linux, the leading
operating system for penetration testing, ethical hacking, and
network security assessments. For more information, visit
offsec.com and follow OffSec on LinkedIn, Facebook, X, Discord and
Instagram.
About Applied Technology Academy
Applied Technology
Academy is an award winning SBA Certified Woman-Owned Small
Business that has been in operation for over a decade. ATA is a
leading provider of vendor based and vendor neutral certification
and knowledge-based courses with content from AWS, Blockchain
Training Alliance, Bluestone Analytics, BurpSuite, Carbon Black,
CertNexus, Cisco, CompTIA, Cyber AB, DevOps Institute, EC-Council,
Hack The Box, ISACA, ISC2, ITIL, Lean Six Sigma, Microsoft, OffSec,
OpenText, Project Management Institute, Python Institute, SANS,
Scrum, SpecterOps, Security Onion, Splunk, and VMware. They are
licensed by the Florida Commission
on Independent Education (CIE) and are a leading workforce
development training organization. For more information, visit
AppliedTechnologyAcademy.com and follow ATA on LinkedIn, Facebook,
X, and Instagram. For media-related questions about Applied
Technology Academy please email pr@appliedtechac.com.
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