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Unmasking the Threat: How to Combat AI-Enhanced Cybersecurity Risks with Centriq

There’s no denying that artificial intelligence (AI) is an unstoppable force, enhancing various aspects of our lives. However, AI's shadowy side harbors the potential for malicious use, posing a significant threat.

Artificial intelligence, once the stuff of science fiction, now saturates our daily lives. It drives supply chain optimizations, powers virtual assistants, and informs critical business decisions, leaving no stone unturned. Yet, within this AI-driven world, a lurking threat emerges. Malicious actors are harnessing AI for harmful purposes, creating new challenges:

1. Enhanced Phishing Attacks: AI enables the creation of convincing phishing emails, personalized to an alarming degree, increasing the odds of deception.

2. Deepfakes and Manipulated Media: AI-driven deepfake technology generates deceptive videos and audio recordings, seemingly portraying individuals engaging in actions they never did.

3. AI-Powered Malware and Botnets: Cybercriminals leverage AI to develop sophisticated malware and automated botnets, adapting to evade detection.

4. AI-Generated Social Engineering Attacks: AI analyzes data to craft convincing social engineering attacks, manipulating users into taking specific actions.

5. AI-Powered Password Cracking: AI accelerates password cracking by analyzing extensive datasets.

6. Automated Attacks on IoT Devices: AI automates attacks on Internet of Things (IoT) devices, amplifying the scale of distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks.

Employers are in dire need of cybersecurity professionals with the skills to combat these evolving threats. The landscape is shifting rapidly, and traditional cybersecurity measures alone are no longer sufficient. Employers seek individuals who can stay one step ahead of malicious actors harnessing AI for nefarious purposes.

Centriq's Cybersecurity Specialist Program is your gateway to becoming a formidable defender against AI-enhanced cybersecurity risks. With this program, even if you have limited experience in cybersecurity, you can emerge as a top candidate in this vital field.

1. Comprehensive AI and Cybersecurity Curriculum: Our training programs encompass the entire spectrum of AI and cybersecurity, ensuring you gain in-depth knowledge and practical skills.

2. Hands-On Learning: Practical experience is at the forefront of our training. You'll engage in real-world scenarios to gain a solid grasp of the tools and practices used in the field.

3. Ethical Hacking Training: Our specialized training empowers you to identify vulnerabilities effectively, essential for staying one step ahead of evolving threats.

4. Instructors with Industry Experience: Our instructors bring real-world insights into the classroom, offering valuable perspectives on current industry practices and challenges.

As AI's reach expands, cybersecurity stands as our guardian against malevolent AI. Employers seek professionals who are well-prepared to address these emerging threats. With Centriq's Cybersecurity Specialist Program, you can take the helm in this mission.

Explore Centriq's Cybersecurity Specialist Program, and gain the knowledge, skills, and confidence you need to become a top candidate in this vital field. With your dedication and Centriq's guidance, you can shape the future of cybersecurity and protect against the evolving AI-enhanced threats in our digital world.

Start Date
End Date
Day/Eve
Break Weeks
Track
Jan 23, 2023
Jul 27, 2023
Eve
4/3/23-4/7/23
5/22/23-5/26/23
7/3/23-7/7/23
CSSP-V
Jan 30, 2023
May 5, 2023
Day
3/6/23-3/10/23
4/10/23-4/14/23
CSSP-V
Feb 6, 2023
May 19, 2023
Day
3/27/23-3/31/23
FSCP-V
Mar 20, 2023
Jun 23, 2023
Day
4/24/23-4/28/23
5/22/23-5/26/23
CSSP-V
Apr 10, 2023
Jul 28, 2023
Day
5/29/23-6/2/23
7/3/23-7/7/23
FSCP-V
Apr 24, 2023
Oct 19, 2023
Eve
7/3/23-7/7/23
8/21/23-8/25/23
CSSP-V
May 15, 2023
Dec 14, 2023
Eve
7/3/23-7/7/23
9/4/23-9/8/23
11/20/23-11/24/23
FSCP-V
Jun 5, 2023
Sep 8, 2023
Day
7/3/23-7/7/23
8/7/23-8/11/23
CSSP-V
Jun 19, 2023
Oct 6, 2023
Day
7/3/23-7/7/23
9/4/23-9/8/23
FSCP-V
Jul 24, 2023
Jan 25, 2024
Eve
10/2/23-10/6/23
11/20/23-11/24/23
12/25/23-12/29/23
CSSP-V
Aug 14, 2023
Nov 17, 2023
Day
9/5/23-9/8/23
10/16/23-10/2/23
CSSP-V
Aug 28, 2023
Dec 15, 2023
Day
9/4/23-9/8/23
11/20/23-11/24/23
FSCP-V
Oct 30, 2023
Feb 2, 2024
Day
11/20/23-11/24/23
12/25/23-12/29/23
CSSP-V
Oct 30, 2023
May 2, 2024
Eve
11/20/23-11/23/23
3/4/23-3/7/23
CSSP-V
Nov 6, 2023
Mar 1, 2024
Day
11/20/23-11/24/23
12/25/23-12/29/23
1/29/24-2/2/24
FSCP-V
If you don't see the Cohort Start date you are looking for don't forget to check out our campus calendars.
CSSP-I: Cybersecurity Specialist Program (In-Person Modality)
CSSP-V: Cybersecurity Specialist Program (Live Virtual Modality)
FSCP-I: Full Stack Coding Program (In-Person Modality)
FSCP-V: Full Stack Coding Program (Live Virtual Modality)
Please note that Centriq will be closed on the following observed holidays: New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, the day following Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day.
Start Date
End Date
Day/Eve
Break Weeks
Track
Feb 29, 2024
Mar 24, 2024
Day
3/25/24-3/29/24
4/22/24-4/26/24
CSSP-I
May 13, 2024
Aug 16, 2024
Day
5/27/24-5/31/24
7/1/24-7/5/24
CSSP-I
Aug 19, 2024
Nov 22, 2024
Day
9/2/24-9/6/24
10/21/24-10/25/24
CSSP-I
Dec 2, 2024
Mar 14, 2025
Day
12/23/24-12/27/24
12/30/24-1/3/25
2/10/25-2/14/25
CSSP-I
If you don't see the Cohort Start date you are looking for don't forget to check out our online instructor-led calendar.
CSSP-I: Cybersecurity Specialist Program (In-Person Modality)
CSSP-V: Cybersecurity Specialist Program (Live Virtual Modality)
FSCP-I: Full Stack Coding Program (In-Person Modality)
FSCP-V: Full Stack Coding Program (Live Virtual Modality)
Please note that Centriq will be closed on the following observed holidays: New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, the day following Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day.
Start Date
End Date
Day/Eve
Break Weeks
Track
Oct 21, 2024
Jan 31, 2025
Day
11/25/24-11/29/24
12/23/24-12/27/24
12/30/24-1/3/25
CSSP-I
Dec 2, 2024
Mar 14, 2025
Day
12/23/24-12/27/24
12/30/24-1/3/25
2/10/25-2/14/25
CSSP-I
Jan 13, 2025
Apr 18, 2025
Day
2/17/25-2/21/25
3/17/25-3/21/25
CSSP-I
Feb 10, 2025
Aug 14, 2025
Eve
3/24/25-3/27/25
5/26/25-5/29/25
6/30/25-7/4/25
CSSP-I
Feb 24, 2025
Jun 6, 2025
Day
3/31/25-4/4/25
4/28/25-5/2/25
5/26/25-5/30/25
CSSP-I
Mar 31, 2025
Jul 11, 2025
Day
5/5/25-5/9/25
5/26/25-5/30/25
6/30/25-7/4/25
CSSP-I
May 5, 2025
Aug 8. 2025
Day
5/26/25-5/30/25
6/30/25-7/4/25
CSSP-I
Jun 9, 2025
Sep 19, 2025
Day
6/30/25-7/4/25
8/4/25-8/8/25
9/1/25-9/5/25
CSSP-I
Jul 28, 2025
Oct 31, 2025
Day
9/1/25-9/5/25
9/29/25-10/3/25
CSSP-I
Aug 18, 2025
Feb 26, 2026
Eve
9/1/25-9/4/25
11/24/25-11/27/25
12/22/25-12/25/25
12/29/25-1/1/26
CSSP-I
Sep 8, 2025
Dec 12, 2025
Day
10/13/25-10/17/25
11/24/25-11/28/25
CSSP-I
Oct 13, 2025
Jan 23, 2026
Day
11/24/25-11/28/25
12/22/25-12/26/25
12/29/25-1/2/26
CSSP-I
Dec 1, 2025
Mar 13, 2025
Day
12/22/25-12/26/25
12/29/25-1/2/26
2/9/26-2/13/26
CSSP-I
If you don't see the Cohort Start date you are looking for don't forget to check out our online instructor-led calendar.
CSSP-I: Cybersecurity Specialist Program (In-Person Modality)
Please note that Centriq will be closed on the following observed holidays: New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, the day following Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day.