--- title: ACFP --- - Email: acfp@acasolutions.tech - [Register](https://acfp.tech#HowtoParticipate) [![Banner Logo with all 2](https://acfp.tech/hs-fs/hubfs/Banner%20Logo%20with%20all%202.png?width=654&height=75&name=Banner%20Logo%20with%20all%202.png "Banner Logo with all 2")](https://acfp.tech/?hsLang=en) [![](https://acfp.tech/hs-fs/hubfs/Alabama%20Cybersecurity%20Fellowship%20Program%20logo_E2.png?width=163&height=40&name=Alabama%20Cybersecurity%20Fellowship%20Program%20logo_E2.png)](https://acfp.tech/?hsLang=en) close # **Developing** **Alabama's** # **Next Generation of Talent** [About The Program](https://acfp.tech#About) ![Student 5](https://acfp.tech/hs-fs/hubfs/Student%205.png?width=350&height=316&name=Student%205.png) ![Student 9](https://acfp.tech/hs-fs/hubfs/Student%209.png?width=375&height=250&name=Student%209.png) ![Student 2](https://acfp.tech/hs-fs/hubfs/Student%202.png?width=220&height=250&name=Student%202.png) **Work On-site with ** #### Local Employers! - ![Shape Image](https://acfp.tech/hubfs/raw_assets/public/@marketplace/MagicalMtas/EduMind/images/shape/shape-1.png) - ![Shape Image](https://acfp.tech/hubfs/raw_assets/public/@marketplace/MagicalMtas/EduMind/images/shape/shape-2.png) - ![Cloud Png](https://acfp.tech/hs-fs/hubfs/Cloud%20Png.png?width=628&height=479&name=Cloud%20Png.png) - ![Shape Image](https://acfp.tech/hubfs/raw_assets/public/@marketplace/MagicalMtas/EduMind/images/shape/shape-4.png) ## About the Program ![Section Shape Image](https://acfp.tech/hubfs/raw_assets/public/@marketplace/MagicalMtas/EduMind/images/svg/section-title-shape.svg) The Alabama Cybersecurity Fellowship Program is a cutting-edge, workforce acceleration initiative designed to bridge the gap between academia and industry for aspiring IT and Cybersecurity professionals. This 16-week program prepares students for employment through immersive training and hands-on experience during the final semester of their college journey. Launched to support Alabama’s growing cybersecurity ecosystem, this fellowship targets upper-level college students ready to pivot from education to employment. The program is delivered in partnership with industry leaders, government agencies, and employers committed to building a pipeline of skilled, job-ready professionals equipped with real-world knowledge and in-demand competencies. ### Program Structure Fellows undergo virtual training delivered by seasoned industry practitioners, leveraging real-world projects, threat scenarios, and enterprise-grade tools. Students gain exposure to industry-relevant tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) in a dynamic learning environment that emphasizes operational readiness and practical execution. Complementing the technical instruction, each fellow is matched with a vetted employer host—either on-site or remote—for real-world job experience two days a week. These placements are carefully selected to align with each fellow’s strengths and career aspirations, providing both professional mentorship and a launchpad into the cybersecurity workforce. ### Program Highlights - **Duration:** 16-week intensive, hybrid workforce development program - **Eligibility:** College seniors in their final semester majoring in IT, Cybersecurity, or a related field - **Training Format:** - *Virtual Classroom* - Monday through Wednesday (10 hours/week) - *Industry Placement* - Thursday and Friday (5 hours/day) - **Curriculum Focus Areas:** - Cybersecurity Operations & SOC Fundamentals - Threat Intelligence & Incident Response - Vulnerability Management & Penetration Testing - Risk Management Framework (RMF) & Compliance (e.g., NIST, CMMC) - Cloud Security (AWS, Azure) - Secure Networking & Identity Management - **Instruction Delivered By:** Certified professionals with DoD, federal, and commercial experience - **Employer Matching:** Fellows are paired with public or private sector host organizations - **Compensation:** Students earn a stipend of **$18/hour** throughout the program ### Key Outcomes **Real-world job experience** in the cybersecurity industry **Industry-recognized skills** and exposure to enterprise security environments **Professional mentorship** and expanded career networks **Competitive advantage** in the cybersecurity job market upon graduation ![Untitled design (2)](https://acfp.tech/hs-fs/hubfs/Untitled%20design%20(2).png?width=300&height=500&name=Untitled%20design%20(2).png) ![Untitled design (3)](https://acfp.tech/hs-fs/hubfs/Untitled%20design%20(3).png?width=300&height=500&name=Untitled%20design%20(3).png) ![Shape Image One](https://acfp.tech/hubfs/raw_assets/public/@marketplace/MagicalMtas/EduMind/images/faq/faq-shape-01.png) ![Shape Image One](https://acfp.tech/hubfs/raw_assets/public/@marketplace/MagicalMtas/EduMind/images/faq/faq-shape-02.png) ![Shape Image One](https://acfp.tech/hubfs/raw_assets/public/@marketplace/MagicalMtas/EduMind/images/faq/faq-shape-03.png) ![Shape Image One](https://acfp.tech/hubfs/raw_assets/public/@marketplace/MagicalMtas/EduMind/images/faq/faq-shape-04.png) ![Shape Image One](https://acfp.tech/hubfs/raw_assets/public/@marketplace/MagicalMtas/EduMind/images/faq/faq-shape-05.png) ![Shape Image One](https://acfp.tech/hubfs/raw_assets/public/@marketplace/MagicalMtas/EduMind/images/faq/faq-shape-06.png) --- ## Virtual Classes for Remote Learning. ![Section Shape Image](https://acfp.tech/hubfs/raw_assets/public/@marketplace/MagicalMtas/EduMind/images/svg/section-title-shape.svg) #### *All Classes taught by Industry Professionals.* ![Compliance 2](https://acfp.tech/hs-fs/hubfs/Compliance%202.png?width=55&height=55&name=Compliance%202.png) ### Compliance ![Incident Response 4](https://acfp.tech/hs-fs/hubfs/Incident%20Response%204.png?width=57&height=57&name=Incident%20Response%204.png) ### Incident Response ![Sys Admin 2](https://acfp.tech/hs-fs/hubfs/Sys%20Admin%202.png?width=56&height=56&name=Sys%20Admin%202.png) ### Sys Admin ![VM 2](https://acfp.tech/hs-fs/hubfs/VM%202.png?width=57&height=57&name=VM%202.png) ### Vulnerability Management ![Cloud Sec 2](https://acfp.tech/hs-fs/hubfs/Cloud%20Sec%202.png?width=57&height=57&name=Cloud%20Sec%202.png) ### Cloud Security ![Threat Detection 2](https://acfp.tech/hs-fs/hubfs/Threat%20Detection%202.png?width=57&height=57&name=Threat%20Detection%202.png) ### Threat Detection ![System Monitoring New 2](https://acfp.tech/hs-fs/hubfs/System%20Monitoring%20New%202.png?width=57&height=57&name=System%20Monitoring%20New%202.png) ### System Monitoring ![PenTest](https://acfp.tech/hs-fs/hubfs/PenTest.png?width=53&height=53&name=PenTest.png) ### Penetration Testing --- Real World Experience ## On-site/Remote Work with Local Employers As part of the Alabama Cybersecurity Fellowship program. Participants are matched with Industry Employers in an on-site, remote, or hybrid capacity where they will work for 2 days each week to gain crucial on-the-job eperience, all while receiving an hourly stipend.    [![CPI 3](https://acfp.tech/hs-fs/hubfs/CPI%203.jpg?width=556&height=513&name=CPI%203.jpg)](https://constructionpartners.net/) CPI ### [Construction Partners Inc Dothan, AL](https://constructionpartners.net/) [![SEH 1](https://acfp.tech/hs-fs/hubfs/SEH%201.jpg?width=417&height=385&name=SEH%201.jpg)](https://www.southeasthealth.org/) SouthEast Health ### [SouthEast Health Dothan, AL](https://www.southeasthealth.org/) [![ACCS-2](https://acfp.tech/hs-fs/hubfs/ACCS-2.jpg?width=1913&height=1763&name=ACCS-2.jpg)](https://www.accs.edu/) ACCS ### [The Alabama Community College System Montgomery, AL](https://www.accs.edu/) [![YW 1](https://acfp.tech/hs-fs/hubfs/YW%201.jpg?width=417&height=385&name=YW%201.jpg)](https://www.yellawood.com/) YellaWood ### [YellaWood Abbeville, AL](https://www.yellawood.com/) ![Shape Image One](https://acfp.tech/hubfs/raw_assets/public/@marketplace/MagicalMtas/EduMind/images/course/course-shape-1.png) [![20250820_101412](https://acfp.tech/hs-fs/hubfs/20250820_101412.jpg?width=2000&height=1500&name=20250820_101412.jpg)](https://houstoncountyal.gov/information_technology/) Houston IT Department ### [Houston County IT Department Dothan, AL](https://houstoncountyal.gov/information_technology/) [![20250826_114911-2](https://acfp.tech/hs-fs/hubfs/20250826_114911-2.jpg?width=1234&height=926&name=20250826_114911-2.jpg)](https://www.southeasthealth.org/) Southeast Health ### [Southeast Alabama Medical Center Dothan, AL](https://www.southeasthealth.org/) [![20250821_091609](https://acfp.tech/hs-fs/hubfs/20250821_091609.jpg?width=2000&height=1500&name=20250821_091609.jpg)](https://houstoncountyal.gov/information_technology/) Houston IT Department ### [Houston County IT Department Dothan, AL](https://houstoncountyal.gov/information_technology/) [![20250820_110210-1](https://acfp.tech/hs-fs/hubfs/20250820_110210-1.jpg?width=1235&height=926&name=20250820_110210-1.jpg)](https://www.entech.net/) Entech ### [Entech Dothan, AL](https://www.entech.net/) ![Shape Image One](https://acfp.tech/hubfs/raw_assets/public/@marketplace/MagicalMtas/EduMind/images/course/course-shape-1.png) ---   ## How Can You Participate? 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It’s been one of the most impactful steps I've taken toward a professional cybersecurity career." ### Amari Raye Student ![1746501771967](https://acfp.tech/hs-fs/hubfs/1746501771967.jpg?width=800&height=800&name=1746501771967.jpg) "I wish this program could be part of every student’s coursework. The hands-on experience gave me real-world skills, and I truly feel more confident and competent because of it. The Alabama Cybersecurity Fellowship has set me up for success." ### Stephanie Boartfield Student ![Lance](https://acfp.tech/hs-fs/hubfs/Lance.png?width=754&height=756&name=Lance.png) *"We are confident that this program will continue to yield positive results and play a vital role in strengthening the local IS workforce."* ### Lance Holbrook --- ### Director of Information Systems Southeast Health ![Jesse-1](https://acfp.tech/hs-fs/hubfs/Jesse-1.png?width=555&height=555&name=Jesse-1.png) *"I began working with Advantage Consulting and Solutions about two years ago in an effort to solve the local workforce shortage in the cyber /IT field.  Through the program designed by ACS, students are trained and gain experience in an actual work environment which creates an awesome career opportunity."* ### Jesse Quillen --- ### Executive Director Wiregrass Economic Development Center ![Shannon](https://acfp.tech/hs-fs/hubfs/Shannon.png?width=277&height=278&name=Shannon.png) "At Innovate Alabama, we’re proud to support the Alabama Cybersecurity Fellowship as a meaningful step toward strengthening our state’s talent pipeline. We know this program is only just beginning to show its impact. Programs like this are helping shape the future of Alabama’s workforce by connecting students with hands-on experience and employer partnerships." ### Shannon Allen --- ### Program Director of HBCU Engagement Innovate Alabama --- Events & News ## Events & News ![Section Shape Image](https://acfp.tech/hubfs/raw_assets/public/@marketplace/MagicalMtas/EduMind/images/svg/section-title-shape.svg) [![WALLACE](https://acfp.tech/hs-fs/hubfs/WALLACE.png?width=876&height=493&name=WALLACE.png)](https://www.wdhn.com/news/local-news/houston-county/city-of-dothan/wallace-takes-part-in-statewide-cyber-security-fellowship-program/)   Nov 13, 2024 [**Wallace takes part in statewide cyber security fellowship program**](https://www.wdhn.com/news/local-news/houston-county/city-of-dothan/wallace-takes-part-in-statewide-cyber-security-fellowship-program/) - WDHN [Learn More](https://www.wdhn.com/news/local-news/houston-county/city-of-dothan/wallace-takes-part-in-statewide-cyber-security-fellowship-program/) [![blogphoto9-1](https://acfp.tech/hs-fs/hubfs/blogphoto9-1.png?width=2011&height=1148&name=blogphoto9-1.png)](https://cybersecurityventures.com/fellowship-program-to-address-cybersecurity-talent-gap-in-alabama/) Jan 22, 2025 ## [**Fellowship Program To Address Cybersecurity Talent Gap In Alabama**](https://cybersecurityventures.com/fellowship-program-to-address-cybersecurity-talent-gap-in-alabama/) - Cybercrime Magazine [Learn More](https://cybersecurityventures.com/fellowship-program-to-address-cybersecurity-talent-gap-in-alabama/) [![AdobeStock_635526324-scaled-e1737380530788-2048x1150](https://acfp.tech/hs-fs/hubfs/AdobeStock_635526324-scaled-e1737380530788-2048x1150.png?width=2000&name=AdobeStock_635526324-scaled-e1737380530788-2048x1150.png)](https://www.alreporter.com/2025/01/20/fellowship-program-to-address-cybersecurity-talent-gap-in-alabama/) Jan 20, 2025 # [**Fellowship program to address cybersecurity talent gap in Alabama**](https://www.alreporter.com/2025/01/20/fellowship-program-to-address-cybersecurity-talent-gap-in-alabama/) - Alabama Political Reporter [Learn More](https://www.alreporter.com/2025/01/20/fellowship-program-to-address-cybersecurity-talent-gap-in-alabama/) ![Shape Image One](https://acfp.tech/hubfs/raw_assets/public/@marketplace/MagicalMtas/EduMind/images/shape/event-shape.png) ![Shape Image One](https://acfp.tech/hubfs/raw_assets/public/@marketplace/MagicalMtas/EduMind/images/cta/shape-01.png) ![Shape Image One](https://acfp.tech/hubfs/raw_assets/public/@marketplace/MagicalMtas/EduMind/images/cta/shape-02.png) ![Shape Image One](https://acfp.tech/hubfs/raw_assets/public/@marketplace/MagicalMtas/EduMind/images/cta/cta-banner-shape-1.png) ![Shape Image One](https://acfp.tech/hubfs/raw_assets/public/@marketplace/MagicalMtas/EduMind/images/cta/cta-banner-shape-2.png) ![Shape Image One](https://acfp.tech/hubfs/raw_assets/public/@marketplace/MagicalMtas/EduMind/images/cta/cta-banner-shape-3.png) ![Shape Image One](https://acfp.tech/hubfs/raw_assets/public/@marketplace/MagicalMtas/EduMind/images/cta/cta-banner-shape-4.png) [![Advantage&ACFP-1](https://acfp.tech/hs-fs/hubfs/Advantage%26ACFP-1.png?width=300&height=102&name=Advantage%26ACFP-1.png "Advantage&ACFP-1")](https://acfp.tech/?hsLang=en) The Alabama Cybersecurity Fellowship is a product of Advantage Consulting and Solutions LLC. (ACAS) provides strategic consulting, technology services, training, workforce development and managed services to commercial, educational, not for profit and government organizations. ### Links - [Linkedin](https://www.linkedin.com/company/acasolutions/posts/?feedView=all) - [Advantage](https://acasolutions.tech/) ### Quick Links - [Register](https://acfp.tech#HowtoParticipate) - [Topics](https://acfp.tech#Topics) - [Experience](https://acfp.tech#RealWorldExperience) - [Partners](https://acfp.tech#Partners) - [Testimonials](https://acfp.tech#Testimonials) - [Articles](https://acfp.tech#Articles) ### Contacts **: 102 Commerce Drive Enterprise, AL 36330** **: acfp@acasolutions.tech** (c) 2025 All Rights Reserved.