1. NEW SKILLS FOR A
NEW FIGHT
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New Skills for a New Fight is a fast-paced, hands on
training and certification program designed specifically for veterans
to fill a workforce need and provide a post-military career path.
For more information or to apply,
please visit
• Pilot program is FREE
for veterans.
• 20 seats available for pilot
• Intensive, full time program*
• Tuition, fees, books, certification
vouchers are covered.
• Program starts January 2016
*40 hour weeks required.
FUNDED BY A GRANT FROM

2. CURRICULUM
CERTIFICATE & CERTIFICATIONS**
FUNDING
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
The online resource Nextgov reports that The Pentagon and National
Nuclear Security Administration each receive approximately 10 million
attempted network intrusions per day. The growth of the cybersecurity field
reflects these realities: In the last five years, the number of cybersecurity-
related job postings nationwide grew by more than 70%, with more than
209,000 postings in 2013 alone. The Federal CNCI notes that while
30,000 specialists are needed by government, approximately 2,000 have
necessary skills. Demand is so high that students who have completed
only one cybersecurity course have been known to get jobs in the field.
Such positions are consequently very high paying.
Funded with support from JPMorgan Chase & Company, New Skills for a
New Fight will develop cybersecurity professionals by providing the vital
skills needed to operate as an entry level Incident Responder in a highly
complex security operations center. The program leverages best practices
in education, training, and certification via multiple partnerships with the USF
College of Engineering, Art of Exploitation (AoE), ISACA, and CompTia, all
leaders in cybersecurity. The curriculum is based on a sound methodology
to enhance the student’s classroom experience through live lab learning
and dynamic exercises. To ensure skills validation, students must complete
scenario-based, hands-on tests that are mapped directly to the learning
objectives within each class offering. Unlike traditional academic programs,
our curriculum and instructors focus on developing the real-world skills
necessary to perform in specific job roles. Additionally, through our
partnerships with multiple certifying bodies, students will complete this
program with the certifications necessary to comply with requirements for
entry level positions.
Phase 1 // 15 weeks
(Academic)
• IT Concepts
• Introduction to
Databases
• Introduction to
Programming
• Security Concepts
• University of South Florida Undergraduate Certificate
in Foundations of Cybersecurity***
• CompTia Network+ Certification
• CompTia Security+ Certification
• ISACA CSX Practitioner Certification
• FC2 New Skills for a New Fight Certificate of Completion
Pilot program participants will receive 100% paid tuition, fees, certification vouchers
as well as a book stipend. GI Bill will not be able to be utilized.
*Details to be determined. // **Upon successful completion of the program. // ***Pending approval. College courses will be transferable.
1. DD214 and/or DA2-1 (Redact SSN)
2. Resume or Military Bio
3. Transcripts – Prior Academic/Military Training or Education (unofficial)
4. Statement of Purpose
5. Two Reference Letters
6. Aptitude Test*
• Interview required after down-select
Phase 2 // 10 weeks
(Intensive hands-on training)
• Cybersecurity Fundamentals I
• Cybersecurity Fundamentals II
• CSX Practitioner Training
• Certification Study and Testing
• Range Time
• Career Preparation
Phase 3 // 15 weeks
(On the job training)
• Internship/
Mentorship with
FC2 Partner
ABOUT THE PROGRAM
Component 1
Component 2
Component 3
15 WEEKS 2 WEEKS 3 WEEKS 5 WEEKS 15 WEEKS PLACEMENT
IT,
Programming,
Networking
Security
Foundation
(4 Courses)
Cybersecurity
Fundamentals
I+II
Incident
Response
Tier I
Study & Certifications
• Net+
• Sec+
• CSX Tier 1
Range Time & Career Prep
Internship