GNT Nigeria is an indigenous IT Consulting/ Training Firm established in 2005 ,specializing in Cyber Security and has successfully Trained over 15,000 individuals all around the world . We are partners to international organizations such as CompTIA, Cisco, Certnexus, EC-Council, KnowBe4, Microsoft, Google, Bit Defender, Kaspersky, GNU, PearsonVUE and 15 other relevant internationally recognized organizations.

Funny enough, Cyber Security is not just about hacking Computers or being able to ram tools upon tools on websites to gain access to them or hack them (infact, this is highly illegal if you do not have the proper licenses or certifications to do so). Cybersecurity is about protecting computers, networks, and data from unauthorized access, damage, or theft. Just like you lock your house to keep burglars out, cybersecurity uses tools and practices to guard digital information and systems. It helps prevent hackers from stealing data, spreading harmful software (like viruses), or causing damage to online systems. Cybersecurity is essential for keeping personal and business information safe on the internet and wherever the information is kept or used.

Well, this is more like asking us How much is ENGINEERING as a degree in the University OR Asking us how much is SHIRT? Of course that would depend. Yes, it would depend on which aspect of engineering or the type of shirt. In the case of Engineering, which of the engineering courses ; Mechanical, Aeronautical, Civil, Electrical, Bio-Medical, Computer, Chemical, Agricultural etc. In the case of the Shirt, What kind of Shirt; Tee, Polo or office Shirt. What color, What designer, What design, What kind of sleeves, What buttons?

AT GNT NIGERIA, WE OFFER OVER 45 DIFFERENT CYBER SECURITY CERTIFICATION TRAININGS leading to different career paths to help you actualize your dream of Making it Big in Cyber Security.

Lets be honest with each other, THERE IS ABSOLUTELY NOTHING CALLED CYBER SECURITY BASIC OR ADVANCED PACKAGE. These are just words coined out by novice training schools who would do anything to rid you of you hard earned money. In the world of Cyber Security, You need the relevant Certifications OR Higher Institution Degrees and Experience to make it or even be employed. In a world where everyone suspects everyone and people lie about who and what they are, how do you prove to any one or any employer that you have the necessary Skills and Experience to do the job. The only way is through an international certification from a recognized certification body or recognized University / Higher Institution and not just one local organization claiming to issue certificates to every to dick and harry who trains with them.

Well, Since We offer over 45 Different Cyber Security Certifications. The durations of our trainings differ. The range from 2 days to 1 year as we offer affiliated International University Degrees also. Some of our courses are 6 weeks, some 2 months, some 3 months and we also have 6-month courses all depending on the depth of learning and also official partner requirements.

Imagine boarding an airplane and upon take off, your captain announces this through the PA systems, -Hello Everyone, This is Your Pilot. My name is Femolala and I shall be piloting you from Lagos to Cairo. This is my first flight and I am still a student at the flying school. I am yet to take my final flying tests and earn any credentials but I soon shall-. How would you feel? We are sure you would fasten your seat belts and start praying rigorously till you reach your destination HOPEFULLY. NO RESPONSIBLE PERSON OR REPUTABLE ORGANIZATION would take you serious or ever offer you a credible cyber security job without an industry recognized international Cyber Security Certification or internationally recognized cyber security degree from a reputable higher institution. They would not trust an uncertified individual to manage their Multi Million Dollar Cyber Security Infrastructure and Digital Assets.

A cyber Security Certification is the only way you can prove to a responsible employer that you are well trained , meeting all required experience and certified to do the job at hand, being attested to by a recognized certifying body. Imagine buying the 2024 Mercedes Benz GLE 450 for 90 Million Naira and then it develops a Fault showing an error on the Dashboard. Would you entrust the repairs to a road side mechanic or you would rather trust it to a Certified Mercedes Benz Authorized Auto Shop/ Mechanic ? Of course, you would trust the latter and even pay him more as Mercedes Benz itself has authorized him and his shop to that effect. Not only does a certification get you jobs and higher pay, it positions you to stand taler than the competition in the Employment Market. You draw Employers to yourself and wont have to start chasing employers all around.

Fortunately, this has been made so simple. There is an internationally acceptable, auditable and verifiable standard for this. This is a standard from the International Organization of Standardization (ISO) and the standard is known as ISO/IEC 17024:2012 (Conformity assessment - General requirements for bodies operating certification of persons). All internationally recognized bodies are certified against this standard directly or through ISO Affiliates and subsidiaries. Most notably ANAB (ANSI National accreditation Board). Before you enroll or pay for that course, kindly verify what certification it is mapped to and do a google search to see if the certifying body conforms to ISO/IEC 17024. Else, you might as well just know your money has gone to waste.

To be candid with you, that all depends solely on YOU. There is no Cyber Security Certification that is one size fits all. We all have different reasons for getting into Cyber Security, We all have different Salary expectations, We all have different geographical boundaries, We all have different Prerequisite Knowledge, We all have different physical and mental capabilities, we all have different educational backgrounds and most of all, we all have different goals and aspirations in Life. But to guide you, You must know about the NIST NICE Framework. The NIST Nice Framework is the foundation for increasing the size and capability of the cybersecurity workforce. It provides a common definition of cybersecurity, a comprehensive list of cybersecurity tasks, and the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform those tasks. Most, if not all Cyber Security inclined companies use this Framework to employ and train their Cyber Security workforce. Therefore, Whatever Career path you chose must fall in one of the categories as dictated by the NIST NICE Framework below:
OVERSIGHT AND GOVERNANCE
DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT
IMPLEMENTATION AND OPERATION
PROTECTION AND DEFENCE
INVESTIGATION
CYBER INTELLIGENCE
CYBER SPACE EFFECTS

These 7 Work categories include 52 Job roles in Cyber Security

Honestly, that would also depend on you with respect to your expected goals in Cyber Security. Usually, to succeed in Cyber Security you are advised to climb up the ladder but as fast as you can. You should start with an entry level certification and move through associate level to Expert which is where the BIG MONEY is. But mind you, there might be some prerequisite knowledge you need to even start at entry level such as Basic computer usage and experience. These prerequisites vary from one Career category to the other. It is best to get proper counseling so as not to be scammed or waste your money doing a course that will not get you to the desired end point.
At GNT Nigeria, we provide free counseling at our Office premise during our Work hours from 9am to 5pm on weekdays.

A training certificate can be issued by anyone who can claim he or she has trained you on any subject matter. This is an unverifiable claim and we can not be sure you were properly trained nor are you capable of performing the tasks you were claimed to have been trained on. Such a certificate carries little to no weight. On the other hand, a certification is an internationally valid and verifiable credential issued by an internationally reputable organization which is licensed to do so having adhered to, and itself certified in line with the ISO/IEC 17024:2012 (Conformity assessment - General requirements for bodies operating certification of persons) Standard. Such Organizations go through rigorous processes to achieve and maintain these certifications to certify individuals. Certifications are issued to you upon being able to prove yourself worthy by virtue of taking Certification exams (usually at an Authorized Certification Testing Centre) and also meeting other criteria as required by the certifying body.

Any Organization worth its salt in the Cyber Security Domain would certainly partner internationally with the who is who in the Cyber Security training Industry. There are so many wish-wash companies out there claiming to have partnerships they dont possess. Also you have to be careful who they say they are partnered with. Are those bodies certifying bodies who met the ISO/IEC 17024 accreditation or they are just a scam as well? Simply ask for their partner accreditation details and verify online at the partner site. Make sure the partners also meet the ISO/IEC 17024 by doing a google search on them.
Some companies even claim to have offices abroad, please feel free to have them verified by friends and relatives abroad or even call the said offices abroad through your phone to verify the authenticity.

First and foremost, your trainer must possess the necessary ISO/IEC 17024 accredited certification for the program you would like to train on. Please ask for his or her certifications and verify appropriately online. Also consider his/ her experience on the subject matter. Note also that most Cyber Security programs have official trainer certification programs. Ask and verify duly if he / she is a Certified trainer in the domain meeting all requirements to successfully train you. You have the right to protect your wealth and your mental stability by going for hazel free quality Cyber Security Trainings. At GNT Nigeria, not only are all Our Trainers certified on the subject matters, they are all certified as Trainers by the relevant Certifying partner bodies. Please note that capture the Flag challenge Certificates do not count as certifications. Choose certifications from reputable international bodies that meet the ISO/IEC 17024 standards.

Actually, We offer much more than that, WE OFFER MENTORSHIP. We lead you hand in hand and help you grow in Cyber Security even after your training and certifications. We lead you on the path to the employment domain and even prep you for interviews after guiding you on creating a kick-ass Resume. We also do our best to position you to be seen and heard by employers. This also includes formal and informal introductions to employers and even helping you get around your work, post-employment. Our Philosophy is -Once a GNTarian, Always a GNTarian. Semper Doctrina-.

If you are asking if you must buy a laptop or bring one to class to be able to study our Cyber security certification courses, the answer is NO. At GNT NIGERIA, we have all the computers and equipments you would need for your trainings with us. You LL be assigned a high end computer to yourself in class for all your labs with UNLIMITED internet connectivity. You may chose to buy yourself a laptop for extra lessons and practicals at home but this is not compulsory. You need not incur extra expenses there by digging a hole in your pocket.

So Simple, Visit us today at GNT Nigeria, 28 Moremi Street, Off Aare Avenue , New Bodija, Ibadan for proper counseling to know what Cyber Security Certification you are cut out for. You could also drop a message on WhatsApp or Call Us on +234-803346119 to discuss your Cyber Security Training Needs with Us.

Absolutely Not! Application and Counseling are TOTALLY free at GNT Nigeria. Though You would be paying a tuition after you have decided on what certification you want to enroll in as all our programs are international partner programs whereby we use only officially issued and officially approved course wares, We believe Trainings should be of the best quality but yet affordable to the populace.