Defensive Cyber Operations Expert – Cyber Enabler (Training)™ (DCOE-TR™) and Applied Master Micro Degree

Course Overview

ITI Certifications in bundle: Certified Cyber Curriculum Developer™ (CCCD™), Certified Cyber Instructor™ (CCI™), Certified Secure System Administrator™ (CSSA™)

Partner Certifications and/or Courses in bundle: CompTIA Secure Cloud Professional (Security+ / Cloud+), CompTIA Network Vulnerability Assessment Professional and CompTIA Secure Infrastructure Expert and CompTIA Security Analytics Expert (official Security+ / CySA+ / PenTest+ / CASP+) with labs and exam vouchers, CompTIA Linux Network Professional (Network+ / Linux+), and CompTIA Server+ and Microsoft Bundle. Exams are provided for all courses that have exams except Microsoft.

Compare to SANS/GIAC GSE: Our Expert Series offers a significantly lower cost at comparable value to SANS GIAC Security Expert (GSE), featuring ITI certifications that include robust hands-on components, and requiring two master designations to ensure practical application to mission-critical operations. Award of the GSE requires the completion of any six Practitioner certifications and any four Applied Knowledge certifications at a cost of approximately $60,670 (Practitioner Certifications: $58,674 and Applied Knowledge Certifications (exam-only): $1,996). Comparable courses and certifications may include: SEC401 – GIAC Security Essentials (GSEC); SEC450 – GIAC Security Operations Certified (GSOC); SEC501 – GIAC Certified Enterprise Defender (GCED); SEC511 – GIAC Continuous Monitoring Certification (GMON); and SEC460 – GIAC Enterprise Vulnerability Assessor (GEVA); and SEC488 – GIAC Cloud Security Essentials (GCLD)

Bundle Access Period and Delivery: Access is for 36 months from purchase (one ITI certification bundle at a time over consecutive 12-month periods) and all courses are Online OnDemand.

Master Designation Requirement: Two (included in price)

Combined Work Role Description: The Defensive Cyber Operations Expert – Cyber Enabler (Training)™ (DCOE-TR™) plays a critical role in developing, delivering, and managing cybersecurity training programs. Professionals in this role design effective curricula, deliver technical training, and support organizational readiness through tailored instruction. They are responsible for ensuring that cybersecurity personnel are equipped with the skills and knowledge required to secure and operate complex systems. This role combines technical expertise with pedagogical skills, enabling the creation and implementation of cutting-edge training programs that support mission-critical operations.

High-level bundle description: This bundle is tailored for cybersecurity training professionals focused on developing and delivering technical education and training. Participants gain expertise in curriculum development, secure systems administration, and technical instruction. By combining ITI proprietary certifications with industry-recognized credentials, this program provides a comprehensive path to mastery in cybersecurity training and operational readiness. Graduates of this bundle demonstrate advanced capabilities in training design, delivery, and support, earning recognition as leaders in cybersecurity education and training program.

Requirements for certification: To earn the ITI Practitioner, Master, and Exert Certifications and be awarded the applied micro degrees and applied master micro degree, the student must complete all courses and pass the exams for each certification described within that ITI Certification and applied micro degree bundle and any new courses and certifications that have been added, and pass two Master Designations within the Mission Readiness Range.

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Visit our catalog for a description of each course that makes up this bundle: ITI Training Catalog