Study sequence
- Week 1: computer, web, and networking basics
- Week 2: Linux, Windows, and CLI practice
- Week 3: basic web and security concepts
- Week 4: legal labs and portfolio writeups
Foundations
For absolute beginners before choosing a job track. Target role: First 30-60 days. Expected timeline: 1-2 months.
Security+, ISC2 CC, SC-90025+ resourcesFoundations
Portfolio projects
- Home lab network diagram
- Linux command notebook
- Five OverTheWire or picoCTF writeups
- One-page security concepts glossary
Matched resources
Pre SecurityTryHackMe · Beginner · Free + PaidIntroduction to CybersecurityCisco Networking Academy · Beginner · FreeCertified in Cybersecurity TrainingISC2 · Beginner · Free + PaidGoogle Cybersecurity CertificateCoursera / Google · Beginner · PaidComplete Introduction to Cybersecurity 2026Udemy / Grant Collins · Beginner · PaidNetworkChuckYouTube · Beginner · Free