Cybersecurity
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The Future Kings Cyber's Future Program equips middle and high school students from underserved communities to launch successful cybersecurity careers. Through immersive learning, they develop technical and non-technical expertise and ethical leadership, preparing youth for entry-level to advanced work roles. Our comprehensive approach includes three pathways to success: Certification Track, Club Track, and a Proficiency-Focused Cybersecurity Internship experience.
Learners gain proficiency in each area of the NICE Workforce Framework for Cybersecurity and the DoD Cyber Workforce Framework through participation in adult-level information technology and cybersecurity training aligned with industry-recognized providers:
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From day one, learners engage with advanced business and cybersecurity concepts. Throughout the program, they develop essential professional and entrepreneurial skills, preparing them to excel in college, build industry careers, and launch consulting practices. Graduates emerge ready to defend against global threats and guide businesses in managing digital risk while advancing their missions.
The Path To Work and Job Readiness
The Employability Roadmap is a strategic initiative designed to empower aspiring cybersecurity professionals with the essential skills, knowledge, and real-world experience needed to excel in this critical field. We recognize the urgent need for skilled cybersecurity talent and have crafted a comprehensive program to bridge the gap.
Program Designers
Cheryl Abram, Lead Cybersecurity Curriculum Designer for the Cyber's Future Program, transforms traditional approaches to cybersecurity education and practice. Her innovative methods in curriculum design, risk management, and opportunity modeling guide individuals and organizations toward confident control of their digital environments.
As contributing cybersecurity writer for Salesforce Trailhead and lead voice talent and major instructional contributor for Innovation Pathways, Cheryl has guided thousands of learners across Virginia and globally. The founder of Ypifany, Cheryl integrates cybersecurity expertise with her unique background in social work, human resources, and hypnotherapy. This multidisciplinary approach helps clients navigate both digital and personal transformation, engineering their own paths to success.
Known for inspiring learners to embrace their capabilities and direct their own growth, Cheryl serves as an author, speaker, and advocate for challenging conventional thinking. Connect with Cheryl through her LinkTree and her Cybersecurity Portfolio.
As contributing cybersecurity writer for Salesforce Trailhead and lead voice talent and major instructional contributor for Innovation Pathways, Cheryl has guided thousands of learners across Virginia and globally. The founder of Ypifany, Cheryl integrates cybersecurity expertise with her unique background in social work, human resources, and hypnotherapy. This multidisciplinary approach helps clients navigate both digital and personal transformation, engineering their own paths to success.
Known for inspiring learners to embrace their capabilities and direct their own growth, Cheryl serves as an author, speaker, and advocate for challenging conventional thinking. Connect with Cheryl through her LinkTree and her Cybersecurity Portfolio.
Dr. Wesley Phillips ("Doc Wes") brings over 20 years of elite cybersecurity experience to his role as primary Subject Matter Expert and curriculum designer for the Cyber's Future Program. His distinguished career includes serving as Acting CISO, SOC Manager, and Cyber Program Manager for the Department of Defense. A disabled veteran of the United States Marine Corps, he holds an active government security clearance and is a graduate of the National Security Agency's Technical Surveillance Countermeasures program.
As founder of HSOC Cyber, Doc Wes pioneered a groundbreaking cybersecurity fellowship program that transforms beginners into skilled professionals. His expertise spans 25+ certifications, including CCISO, CISM, CRISC, GSLC, CASP+, Pentest+, SEC+, PMP, and TSCM. He currently teaches both undergraduate and graduate courses while leading certification programs in SOC Analysis and Penetration Testing.
Doc Wes's teaching philosophy—"Certified by action, not just paper!"—shapes his innovative approach to cybersecurity education. He specializes in creating practical, accessible learning experiences that strip away technical complexity while building genuine expertise. Beyond cybersecurity, he is an accomplished pianist, organist, vocalist, and martial arts instructor.
As founder of HSOC Cyber, Doc Wes pioneered a groundbreaking cybersecurity fellowship program that transforms beginners into skilled professionals. His expertise spans 25+ certifications, including CCISO, CISM, CRISC, GSLC, CASP+, Pentest+, SEC+, PMP, and TSCM. He currently teaches both undergraduate and graduate courses while leading certification programs in SOC Analysis and Penetration Testing.
Doc Wes's teaching philosophy—"Certified by action, not just paper!"—shapes his innovative approach to cybersecurity education. He specializes in creating practical, accessible learning experiences that strip away technical complexity while building genuine expertise. Beyond cybersecurity, he is an accomplished pianist, organist, vocalist, and martial arts instructor.