Career Switch Success System — Cyber Track Focus

Break Into Cybersecurity Without Expensive Mistakes

Award-winning professor and NYT-featured mentor Dr. Rose Shumba helps professionals transition into cybersecurity careers using her specialized approach that eliminates costly trial-and-error.

Her approach includes free checklists, AI-powered agents, self-paced courses, group coaching, and community support for accountability — all designed to help you build a cybersecurity transition plan.

Already completed the Cyber Readiness Checklist? Use your results to guide your journey below. Haven't taken one yet? No problem - follow the process below and take an assessment when you're ready.
Let’s Work Together
Professional working at a computer—building a cybersecurity transition plan

Developed by Dr. Rose Shumba, professor, award-winning mentor, NYT-featured expert, and career-change guide who has helped 500+ adults transition into successful tech careers.

The Cybersecurity Opportunity

Why Cybersecurity?

3.5 million

unfilled cybersecurity jobs worldwide

$65K–$150K+

typical U.S. salary range

High Security

Strong job stability & growth

Dr. Rose Shumba’s cyber-specific approach is the missing step between your interest in cybersecurity and expensive certifications — helping you avoid costly mistakes and move forward with confidence.

Let’s build your cyber transition plan together.

Our resources help you assess where you are, identify and validate the right role, and build and execute your transition plan so you don’t have to guess your way through an expensive career change

Assess Resources

Free Cyber Readiness Checklist

See where you stand in 5 minutes across the two pillars that matter early in cyber: EXPLORE (is cyber right for you?) and BUILD (do you have the technical foundations?).

Get the Free Cyber Checklist →

Identify & Validate Resources

Choose a role & program before you invest

CYBERSECURITY EXPLORER BUNDLE (Most Popular) — Before jumping into training, make sure cyber truly fits you. Understand the field from all angles—roles, job landscape, how emerging tech is shaping the industry, and whether your strengths align. A collection of three courses; each can be purchased individually.

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CYBERSECURITY BUILD BUNDLE (Hands-on Foundations)

Before attempting certifications or advanced training, lock in the technical basics. Learn how systems work, how networks connect, and how to use Python for real-world tasks—so you start any program prepared.

Start the Build Bundle →

Cybersecurity Career Fit Agent™ (Optional helper)

Get your top two cyber role matches in minutes based on strengths and interests—great for a quick direction check.

Get the Fit Agent →

Build & Execute Your Transition Plan Resources

Turn your decision into weekly action

Self-Paced Course (Transition-Plan Builder) — Turn your cyber goal into a working plan: map required skills, projects, and a 6–12-month timeline—with your first three actions for this week.

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Faith + Tech Community (Peer Support)

Weekly peer-to-peer support and accountability to keep you consistent—no structured curriculum.

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8-Week Cyber Group Coaching

Cohort coaching with Dr. Shumba: weekly calls, deadlines, and personalized feedback—finish with a reviewed plan and real momentum.

Explore the Program →
Quick score guide
EXPLORE score low? → Start with the Cybersecurity Explorer Bundle (add Fit Agent for a fast role check).
BUILD score low? → Do the Cybersecurity Build Bundle first, then proceed to your chosen training or the Self-Paced Course.
Already picked a role? → Go to the Self-Paced Course; add Community or 8-Week Coaching for accountability.
View the full 3-step process →

Next Steps

Follow the path that matches where you are in your cyber journey:

New to cyber? Start here:

Download the 10-point Cyber Readiness Checklist

Get a fast reality check on your skills and gaps so you know exactly where to start.

Get the checklist →
Ready to explore cyber roles?

Try Know Before You Enroll

Preview roles and compare paths before you commit to any program or certification.

Start exploring →
Ready to build your transition plan? Choose your preferred approach:
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