
ALPHA SPECIALIST TRAINING PROGRAMME (ASTP)
Singapore
Tailored to transform existing talent into world-class cybersecurity specialists of tomorrow.

A FULL-TIME PROGRAMME THAT INCLUDES:

LEVEL 1 - COMPREHENSIVE INTENSIVE TRAINING PROGRAMME
6 Months
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Comprehensive and practical training
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1:6 Tutor-Trainee ratio for personalized guidance
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Career sessions with placement partners to gain industry insights and establish networks
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Career mentorship with industry experts to receive expert advice
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Monthly salary to support your training

LEVEL 2 - PROFESSIONAL PLACEMENT & ON-THE-JOB TRAINING
3 Years
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Full-time positions with partner organizations to gain immersive hands-on experience
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Monthly salary to support your living expenses

LEVEL 3 - ADVANCED UPSKILLING AND DEVELOPMENT
1 Week for Every 6 Months during Level 2 Training
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Boost and upgrade your skillsets
CORE CURRICULUM
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Real-world training labs and hands-on lessons that provide practical skills to defend against complex cyber threats and address actual cybersecurity incidents
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Personalised curriculum that caters to the strengths, interests, and career goals of each trainee
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In-person training at the Red Alpha office on weekdays
Subjects to be covered are:

PROGRAMMING

OPERATING SYSTEMS
(OS) INTERNALS

SOFTWARE SECURITY

NETWORK SECURITY
& ANALYSIS

CLOUD & DEVOPS
SECURITY

INCIDENT RESPONSE

THREAT HUNTING

DIGITAL FORENSIC

MALWARE ANALYSIS &
REVERSE ENGINEERING

OFFENSIVE SECURITY, RED TEAM OPERATIONS & PENTESTING

DESIGN THINKING & DEVELOPMENT

COMMUNICATIONS &
STRATEGIC REPORTING
SUPPLEMENTARY INDUSTRY COURSES & CERTIFICATIONS
In addition to our core curriculum, ASTP trainees will be enrolled in industry courses.
ASTP Trainees will receive highly-acclaimed industry certifications if they pass the exams.

SANS SEC504: HACKER TOOLS, TECHNIQUES, EXPLOITS, AND INCIDENT HANDLING
ASTP trainees will be enrolled into SANS SEC504: Hacker Tools, Techniques, Exploits, and Incident Handling OnDemand training with in-person subject matter experts sessions. ASTP trainees will receive the GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH) certification if they pass the exam.

OFFSEC PEN-200: PENETRATION TESTING WITH KALI LINUX
ASTP trainees will be enrolled in OffSec PEN-200: Penetration Testing with Kali Linux training. ASTP trainees will receive the OffSec Certified Professional (OSCP) certification if they pass the exam.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Through ASTP, you will be trained in Level 1 and work in Level 2 either as a:
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CYBERSECURITY SYSTEMS &
SOLUTIONS SPECIALIST
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CYBERSECURITY ANALYSTS, INCIDENT RESPONSE &THREAT INTELLIGENCE SPECIALIST

OFFENSIVE SECURITY,RED TEAM & PENTEST SPECIALIST
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CYBERSECURITY CONSULTANTS & ARCHITECTS
HOW TO APPLY
Submit your application through the form below to kickstart our 4-step assessment process:

STEP 1
COMPLETE ONLINE
CHALLENGE

STEP 3
ANALYTICAL
TEST

STEP 4
INTERVIEW

STEP 2
LOGICAL
APTITUDE TEST
TRAINEE TESTIMONIALS
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ)
WHO CAN APPLY FOR ASTP?
Fresh graduates from university and polytechnics (or equivalent), and mid-careerists are eligible.
MUST I HAVE A CYBERSECURITY BACKGROUND TO APPLY FOR ASTP?
While a cybersecurity background is not essential to excel in ASTP, you must have an aptitude and passion for cybersecurity.
HOW WILL THE LEVEL 1 BOOTCAMP TRAINING BE CONDUCTED?
It will be conducted face-to-face on weekdays 9am to 6pm at the Red Alpha training center.
IS ASTP A TRAINEESHIP OR A FULL-TIME JOB?
ASTP is a full-time employment position. Candidates will have to first complete a 6-month full-time bootcamp training during which they will receive a monthly training salary. This is followed by a 3-year full-time position in a Red Alpha partner organization during which they will receive a monthly salary that commensurates with their job roles, skills and experience.
WHEN DOES THE NEXT ASTP COHORT START?
Cohort 11 will be starting on April 2025 and Cohort 12 will be starting on July 2025.
ARE FOREIGNERS ELIGIBLE?
Currently, we are only accepting applications from Singapore citizens and SPRs for ASTP only. Foreigners who are interested in ASTP will have to pay the full training costs:
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- $66,000 — 4-month bootcamp with curriculum catered to individual’s aptitude; or
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- $78,000 — 4-month bootcamp with curriculum catered to individual’s aptitude and 5 additional 1--week upskilling training every 6 months upon graduation.
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