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GRC Career Breakthrough System™

Monday, January 20, 2026 • 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM ETFREE
Build a real GRC portfolio — the deliverables employers recognize — so you don’t have to convince anyone with words.
Only 10 seats available for the Feb 1 Cohort (to keep feedback high-touch).
Early Bird: Use code QUICKSTART50 for $50 off through Jan 30 (11:59 PM ET).
GRC Career Breakthrough System

The Real Problem

If you’ve been doing “all the right things” and still feel stuck… you’re not alone.

You’ve watched the videos. Collected certs. Studied frameworks. And you still can’t get interviews — because GRC has hidden traps nobody explains.

You’re not stuck because you’re lazy. You’re stuck because GRC has no clear pathway — so you end up piecing together conflicting advice, and you never build the proof hiring managers want to see.

The GRC Traps That Keep Career Changers Stuck

Expand each one. In the masterclass, you’ll learn the “start here” plan to bypass these traps fast.

No clear pathway+
There isn’t a standard roadmap into GRC — so you piece together advice and get conflicting direction.
Portfolio gap (the #1 differentiator)+
Employers want proof you can do the work — not just course completion or certifications.
Framework overwhelm+
SOC 2, ISO 27001, NIST CSF, NIST 800-53 — many people study them in isolation and don’t know how to apply them to a real business.
Certification vs experience paradox+
Certs ask for experience, jobs ask for certs — and career changers get trapped in a loop that stalls progress.
Industry-specific confusion+
Healthcare, finance, SaaS, government — each has different requirements. Most people don’t know what applies or where to start.
“Soft skills” are actually hard skills+
GRC interviews are scenario-based: communication, evidence thinking, and explaining risk clearly to stakeholders.
The tools gap+
Modern GRC includes tool workflows (evidence collection, audit management, compliance operations) most career changers haven’t seen.
Interview readiness gap+
Many career changers freeze when asked practical questions like “Walk me through a risk assessment.”

How the GRC Career Breakthrough System Fixes These Problems

Clarity + Order

No clear pathway → fixed

You follow 10 modules in the right order — foundations to capstone.

Proof-of-Work Portfolio

Portfolio gap → fixed

You build 18 deliverables employers recognize — not theory.

Frameworks in Context

Framework overwhelm → fixed

Frameworks are taught while you build the artifacts, not in isolation.

Industry Targeting

Industry confusion → fixed

You complete a Regulatory Applicability Assessment so you know what applies.

Scenario + Interview Readiness

Soft skills + interview gap → fixed

You practice a portfolio walkthrough and answer interview questions using your own work as proof.

Cohort Option (Accountability)

Staying consistent → fixed

Optional cohort track with 4 weekly live sessions starting Feb 1 (replays included).

The 18 Deliverables = 6 Weekly GRC Responsibilities

You won’t just “learn GRC.” You’ll build a portfolio across the 6 things GRC analysts do every week:

Understand the business + scope

So your work makes sense in context.

Translate requirements

Frameworks + regulations → controls.

Run risk

Identify, score, and treat risk.

Write governance

Policies + procedures that match the business.

Prove compliance

Evidence + audit readiness.

Manage third parties + resilience

Vendors + continuity planning.

Bottom line: You finish with proof — not promises.

Who This Is For (and Not For)

This is for you if you are:

  • A career changer who wants a non-coding cybersecurity path
  • Tired of certs that don’t translate into interviews
  • Ready to build proof: risk, controls, audit readiness, vendor reviews
  • Serious about becoming job-ready with real artifacts

This is NOT for you if you want:

  • Hands-on engineering, pentesting, malware analysis, or coding-heavy labs
  • A program focused on technical tool mastery and building systems
  • A shortcut with no portfolio work

FREE Live Masterclass: MLK Day • January 20

In this 60-minute training, you’ll learn:

Mini-Agenda (3 parts)

  • Why career changers get stuck in GRC (the traps)
  • The “Start Here” roadmap (what to build first)
  • What employers actually look for (proof + how to present it)

You’ll also learn

  • Why GRC is one of the fastest non-coding paths into cybersecurity
  • The proof-of-work strategy that gets interviews (and what to build first)
  • How the GRC Career Breakthrough System™ works + how to enroll

What you’ll leave with: A 1-page “Start Here” plan — your first target role + your first deliverable to build this week.

Date: Monday, January 20, 2026
Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM ET
Cost: FREE

Enrollment Options

Attend the masterclass first (recommended). If you’re ready now, you can enroll today and still attend the MLK Day training.

Cohort vs Self-Paced (Quick Comparison)

Feature Cohort Program Self-Paced Program
Start date Feb 1 Full access begins Jan 20
Live sessions 4 weekly live sessions (replays included) None
Feedback/accountability High-touch support Independent
Best for Structure + momentum Flexibility
Seat limit Only 10 seats No seat limit
Cohort Option

Cohort Program — $697

Only 10 seats available for the Feb 1 Cohort (to keep feedback high-touch).

Includes 4 weekly live sessions starting Feb 1 (replays included).

Early Bird: Use code QUICKSTART50 for $50 off through Jan 30 (11:59 PM ET).
Self-Paced Option

Self-Paced Program — $497

Start building immediately with full access beginning Jan 20.

Early Bird: Use code QUICKSTART50 for $50 off through Jan 30 (11:59 PM ET).
Dr. Rose Shumba
Your Mentor

Your Mentor: Dr. Rose Shumba

  • • 20+ years in cybersecurity
  • • PhD in Computer Science (University of Birmingham)
  • • Former NSA/DHS Centers of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Director
  • • Featured in The New York Times
  • • 500+ professionals helped transition into six-figure tech careers
  • • Award-winning mentor — University System of Maryland recognition

Dr. Rose created this program because she saw too many career changers wasting money on certifications that didn’t lead to jobs.

“I don’t teach theory. I help you build proof.”

Competency Boosters (Coming Soon)

The core program gives you the full portfolio build. These optional boosters help you strengthen specific competency areas employers look for—so you stand out faster in interviews.

AI Governance Competency

$197

Build credibility in one of the fastest-growing governance areas.

Coming Soon

Technology Risk Competency (Cloud + Emerging Tech)

$197

Strengthen your ability to speak to modern environments and risk.

Coming Soon

Interview Communication Competency

$97

Stop freezing in interviews and answer like a GRC professional.

Coming Soon

Full Competency Bundle

$397 (Save $94)

For students who want the strongest edge across governance, technology risk, and interview readiness.

Coming Soon

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I get access right away on Jan 20?+
Yes. Immediate self-paced access begins Jan 20. Cohort sessions begin Feb 1.
What if I can't attend cohort sessions live?+
Replays are provided. If you choose the cohort option, you can stay on track by watching the replay and completing the weekly deliverable.
Can I upgrade from Self-Paced to Cohort later?+
Yes — you can pay the difference and join the next cohort.
Do I need certifications first?+
No. You can start now and build proof first. This program helps you understand which certifications are worth pursuing after you have practical experience.
Do I need a technical background?+
No. GRC is one of the most accessible paths into cybersecurity because it values business acumen, communication skills, and attention to detail over coding.
When does Early Bird pricing end?+
January 30, 2026 at 11:59 PM ET. Use code QUICKSTART50 for $50 off before it ends.

Register Free (MLK Day Masterclass)

Monday, January 20th, 2026 • Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM ET • 60 minutes • FREE

Zoom link will be emailed the day before
Replay included
You’ll leave with a 1-page “Start Here” plan (first role + first deliverable)

MLK Day Masterclass: Mon, Jan 20 • 12:00–1:00 PM ET
Early Bird: $50 off through Jan 30 • Code QUICKSTART50
 

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