A strong aptitude and passion for cybersecurity are essential but a formal background in IT or cybersecurity is not required for application to the programme.

Red Alpha is a train-and-place program designed to maximize each trainee’s chances of employment. We provide dedicated career support through CV preparation, mock interviews, networking events, and direct engagement with hiring partners in the cybersecurity industry and offer continued support until a placement is secured.

Red Alpha programmes are only for Singaporeans and Singapore PRs. Foreigners who are interested in the programme have to pay the full fees. However, we do not provide any assistance with the application of student pass.

The bootcamp curriculum is designed to provide comprehensive training in key areas of cybersecurity and related skills. It includes:

Technical Skills: Focus on areas such as network security, penetration testing, incident response, malware analysis, vulnerability assessment, and ethical hacking.

Certifications: Preparation for industry-recognized certifications such as GCIH, OSCP, and others relevant to cybersecurity roles.

Hands-on Training: Practical exercises and simulations to enhance problem-solving and technical capabilities.

Soft Skills Development: Focus on communication, teamwork, and other essential workplace skills.

Industry Insights: Exposure to real-world cybersecurity challenges through case studies, guest speakers, and industry-relevant topics. The goal is to ensure you are fully prepared for the demands of the cybersecurity industry.

Our programme is structured as a full-time employment arrangement to provide a comprehensive learning experience, combining classroom-based instruction with practical, hands-on lab sessions.

Stage 1 Assessment must be completed without the use of any external resources. For the Stage 2 Assessment, you are allowed to use both online and offline resources, however, assistance from third party is strictly not allowed.

The entire selection process may take up to 1.5 months. You can help expedite the process by completing each assessment promptly upon receiving the invitation for the respective stages

Please reach out to us if you need an extension.

Our programmes are conducted on a full-time basis. Upon induction into any Red Alpha programme, you will be considered a full-time employee, receiving a monthly training allowance along with CPF contributions.

Our programmes are conducted on a full-time basis, successful applicants will need to be 100% committed.

Red Alpha is committed to supporting every trainee beyond the classroom. If you are not placed immediately after completing the programme, our team will continue to work closely with you through providing ongoing career support, interview coaching, CV reviews, and connecting you with new opportunities as they arise.

Many of our trainees secure roles within a few months post-programme, depending on individual effort, job market conditions, and role fit. We also encourage proactive engagement with our alumni network, hiring partners, and industry events to expand your opportunities.

Our goal is to help you succeed from the moment you start the programme until you land your first cybersecurity role.

Red Alpha partners with a wide range of employers across the cybersecurity ecosystem, including multinational corporations, government-linked companies, cybersecurity consultancies, managed security service providers (MSSPs), and tech startups.

Some of our hiring partners include well-known organisations in sectors such as finance, telecommunications, technology, and critical infrastructure such as MSD, DIS, CSIT, DSTA, ST Engineering, SMRT, Singapore Airlines, Onesecure, PCS Security and several more.

Our partnerships continue to grow as we expand into both the local and regional cybersecurity markets.