Advancing People Skills
in Cybersecurity

With the 1000 Pentesters for Africa program, we at Cyber Intelligent Systems (CIS) facilitate training and support for cybersecurity professionals to safeguard and promote Africa’s security and economic prosperity with their offensive cyber security skills.

Who we are

About 1000 Pentesters for Africa

1000 Pentesters for Africa is an initiative by Cyber Intelligent Systems, a trusted leader in corporate cybersecurity. Founded with a mission to bridge the skills gap in cybersecurity, we provide high-quality training for aspiring professionals, IT specialists looking to advance their careers, and companies aiming to upskill their teams. Backed by real-world expertise, our courses offer hands-on, industry-relevant learning to equip the next generation of ethical hackers, security analysts, and cybersecurity experts across Africa. 

What sets us apart? 
Students will have the opportunity to gain crucial real life cybersecurity skills by being exposed to real ongoing projects through our Cybersecurity company, Cyber Intelligent Systems

Hands-On Learning

Gain real-world cybersecurity skills through practical labs, simulations, and real-world case studies. Learn by doing, not just by watching!

Learn from Industry Experts

Our courses are designed and taught by seasoned cybersecurity professionals with years of experience in corporate security and ethical hacking.

Upskill & Get Certified

Advance your career with recognized certifications that showcase your expertise and open doors to new opportunities in cybersecurity.

Quality, you can trust

We offer courses in cloud security, ethical hacking, encryption, and so much more.
We also have a trusted team of experts who will teach you what you need to know.

Action Factory Mindset Support

Coaching and mentoring by an acclaimed life coach and his team play an important role in empowering participants to identify and remove negative mental self-talk and self-sabotaging thoughts and behaviours.

Pro Bono Work (Optional)

Premised on the Ubuntu principle. Pro Bono work encourages participants to perform diverse roles including report writing, project management, and communication management during cyber incidents at a non-profit organisation.

A Strong Community

If you are feeling stuck or need help with something, we have a thriving community of professionals on our discussion forums who are happy to lend a hand. 

Get to know us

TRUSTED PARTNERS

We have partnered with world-class leading experts in the cybersecurity community. In collaboration with our partners, the ongoing program provides support and technical coaching by dedicated mentors for guidance to navigate the challenges faced by cybersecurity professionals.

EC-COUNCIL

The EC-Council, as owners of the prestigious Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) Ver12 programme, provides 12-month access to the online iLearn platform and 6-month lab access. With more than 3,500 tools and 420 attack techniques, this program develops the skills of every participant to become a proficient offensive security professional.

ACTION FACTORY MINDSET



Included in the programme is a life coaching component that will support participants to succeed at their life and career goals.


BLACK HILLS
INFORMATION SECURITY

John Strand is a well-known figure in cybersecurity and, as a SANS Institute instructor and owner of Black Hills Information Security, he has trained more than 20,000 offensive security professionals. He is highly regarded as a mentor, speaker and contributor in the open-source security community.

Get to know us

OUR TEAM

We consist of a team of experts in the cybersecurity community. In collaboration with our partners, the ongoing program provides support and technical coaching by dedicated mentors for guidance to navigate the challenges faced by cybersecurity professionals.

Our courses

Frequently asked questions

What can you offer that I cannot get at other online schools?

With us you will have the opportunity to learn from some of the most notable professionals in the field. We are intricately involved with education across the U.S. Our students regularly participate in local, state-wide, and national workshops and festivals.

Do I need previous experience ?

There’s no need to have any prior knowledge for courses. We'll teach you from the ground up you’ll gain all the knowledge and skills you need to become a data scientist.

How can I choose my courses?

We offer a number of different learning paths, which you are invited to read and choose the one that better meets your needs. However if you need any advice or clarifications, we are at your disposal at any time.

When can I start studying ?

You may enroll any day of the year. Be online and start studying within a matter of seconds after enrolling.

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