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12-Week Program

Industry-Certified Trainers

Certificate Included

Cyber Security Course in Peshawar — MindGigs

Pakistan's most practical cyber security training program. Learn networking, ethical hacking, Linux, SIEM, incident response, and real-world tools — all taught by certified professionals at MindGigs Academy, Peshawar. No prior experience needed.

Online courses
Weeks Program
12 +
Hands-On Sessions
72 +
Industry Modules
20 +
Student Rating
4.5
PKR 35,000

PKR 18,000

Easy installments available  •  Free trial class for new students

Why choose this course?

We built this program around one goal: getting you job-ready in cyber security, not just theory-ready. Every week is packed with real labs, real tools, and real scenarios that employers actually test you on.

100% Hands-On Learning

Every phase includes guided labs. You work on real tools like Wireshark, Splunk, Nmap, Kali Linux, and Python automation — not just slides and videos.

Structured for Beginners

Zero cyber security experience? No problem. We start from networking basics and progress step-by-step to ethical hacking, threat detection, and forensics.

Industry-Certified Instructors

Learn from CEH and OSCP-certified professionals who work in real security roles — not just academics. They know what the job actually demands.

Career & Job Support

Resume review, LinkedIn optimization, and interview prep are included. We connect graduates with local and remote job opportunities in IT security.

Who is this course for?

This program is designed for anyone who wants to enter the cyber security field — regardless of background. If you can use a computer and browse the web, you qualify.

Fresh graduates & students

No prior cyber security knowledge required. We build your skills from the ground up — networking, Linux, and security concepts — so you can compete for entry-level roles confidently.

IT professionals wanting to specialise

Already working in IT support, networking, or software? This course adds a high-demand security layer to your skills, opening doors to higher-paying security-focused roles.

Career changers from non-IT backgrounds

Cyber security is one of the few tech fields where determination matters more than a CS degree. Our structured path takes you from zero to job-ready in just 12 weeks.

Business owners & managers

Understand how to protect your business from cyber threats. Learn what your IT team should be doing, how to assess risk, and what real security looks like in practice.

Capstone project — real-world simulation

Your final weeks are dedicated to a guided security investigation. You receive a real-world scenario and work through it the same way a professional security analyst would on the job.

MindGigs Courses

Full course curriculum — 5 phases

The curriculum is structured into five progressive phases, each building directly on the last. You graduate with both theoretical understanding and practical, lab-tested skills.

Networking & Security Foundations

Introduction to Cyber Security — what it is, why it matters, and where the industry is heading
Networking Fundamentals — IP addressing, subnetting, routing, and how data travels across networks
OSI Model & Protocol Security — understanding each layer and where attacks happen
Basic Web Concepts & Security Risks — HTTP/HTTPS, DNS, cookies, and common web threats
Core Security Concepts — CIA triad, authentication, encryption, and access control
Cyber Security Career Pathways — roles, certifications, salaries, and how to plan your career

Linux Fundamentals

Linux Basics & File System — navigating the OS that runs 90% of the world's servers
File Management & Text Processing — grep, sed, awk, and working with data in the terminal
Users, Groups & Permissions — controlling who can access what, and how attackers exploit misconfigurations
Process & Service Management — monitoring running processes and detecting suspicious activity
Linux Networking Tools — netstat, ss, tcpdump, and diagnosing network issues from the command line
Log Analysis — reading system logs to find signs of compromise or unusual behavior

Security Operations Fundamentals

Security Monitoring & SIEM Basics — understanding Splunk, logs, alerts, and how SOC analysts think
Incident Response Fundamentals — the full incident lifecycle: detect, contain, eradicate, recover, report
Threats, Attacks & OSINT Basics — common attack techniques, reconnaissance, and attacker behavior
Scanning, Enumeration & Vulnerability Basics — using Nmap and identifying weaknesses before attackers do

Ethical Hacking Foundations

Web Security & OWASP Top 10 — understanding SQL injection, XSS, CSRF, broken auth, and how to defend against each
Vulnerability Reporting & Documentation — writing professional findings reports, communicating risk to stakeholders

Automation, Frameworks & Capstone

Security Automation with Python & Bash — scripting repetitive tasks, building simple detection tools
Security Frameworks — MITRE ATT&CK, Cyber Kill Chain, and how defenders use them in real operations
Guided Capstone Project — a full security incident simulation from detection through to final written report

Whether you want to grow professionally, earn independently, or explore new career paths, MindGigs provides the learning support you need.

Capstone project — real world simulation

Your final weeks are dedicated to a guided security investigation. You receive a real-world scenario and work through it the same way a professional security analyst would on the job.

Security Incident Investigation Scenario

You are given access to logs from a simulated organisation that has experienced a security event. Your job is to investigate, analyse, document, and recommend — just as you would in a real SOC role.

What you do

  • Analyse provided server and network logs
  • Identify and trace suspicious behaviour
  • Recognise indicators of compromise (IOCs)
  • Map findings to MITRE ATT&CK framework
  • Write a formal incident summary report

What you submit

  • Structured incident summary report
  • Annotated analysis findings
  • Recommended remediation actions
  • Timeline of attacker behaviour
  • Presentation to instructors (optional)

Tools & technologies you'll work with

You won’t just read about these tools — you’ll use them in lab exercises built around realistic security scenarios. Employers look for hands-on familiarity, and you’ll have it.

Network Analysis

Wireshark — capture and inspect real network traffic
Nmap — scan and enumerate hosts and services

SIEM & Monitoring

Splunk — search logs, build dashboards, detect anomalies and set up alerts

Operating Systems

Kali Linux — dedicated security distro with 600+ built-in tools
Ubuntu & Windows — real-world lab environments

Scripting & Automation

Python — automate security tasks and build detection scripts
Bash — command-line automation on Linux systems

Frameworks

MITRE ATT&CK — map attacker techniques to real-world tactics
OWASP Top 10 — the standard for web application security

Methodology

Cyber Kill Chain — understand the full lifecycle of a cyber attack from recon to exfiltration
 

Frameworks

MITRE ATT&CK — map attacker techniques to real-world tactics
OWASP Top 10 — the standard for web application security

Methodology

Cyber Kill Chain — understand the full lifecycle of a cyber attack from recon to exfiltration
 

What you'll achieve by graduation

These are not vague promises. By the end of week 12, every student will have demonstrated these specific, measurable skills through lab work, assessments, and the capstone project.

Network security fundamentals

Understand how networks work and where they are vulnerable to attack

Linux command-line proficiency

Confidently navigate, manage, and secure Linux-based systems

Threat detection & monitoring

Use SIEM tools to monitor environments and detect active threats

Incident response skills

Follow a structured response process and document findings professionally

Ethical hacking basics

Understand attacker techniques and web vulnerabilities from the OWASP Top 10

Security automation

Write Python and Bash scripts to automate repetitive security tasks

Professional documentation

Write clear, structured security reports that employers and clients respect

Capstone portfolio project

A completed real-world incident investigation to show employers

What our students say

Hundreds of students from across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa have completed this program. Here is what some of them shared about their experience.

Hamza Yousuf

Before joining MindGigs I had no idea how networks worked, let alone how to secure them. The phase-by-phase structure made everything click. By Phase 3 I was already analysing real logs in Splunk. I got a junior SOC analyst internship offer before finishing the course — that says everything.

Nadia Afridi

I was worried as a non-IT person joining a cyber security course. But the instructors were patient, the labs were practical, and the curriculum actually built on itself logically. The capstone project gave me something real to show during interviews. Best investment I made in myself this year.

Tariq Masood

I came from an IT support background and this course filled massive gaps in my knowledge, especially around SIEM and incident response. The Python scripting module alone was worth the fee. The installment plan also made it easy to manage financially. Highly recommended for anyone in KPK.

Common questions

These are the questions we hear most from prospective students in Peshawar and across KPK before they enrol.

We offer a free introductory trial class for all new students so you can experience the teaching style and course quality before committing. Scholarship seats are also available for deserving students — ask our team about eligibility when you contact us.

The full course fee is PKR 18,000 (discounted from PKR 35,000). We offer a flexible installment plan so you can split the fee across the duration of the course. Government-subsidised batches are occasionally available — contact us to check current availability.

No. The only prerequisite is basic computer use — file management and web browsing is enough. The course is specifically designed for complete beginners. We have students who joined with zero technical background and successfully completed the program and found jobs.

MindGigs is one of KPK’s highest-rated IT training institutes with certified instructors, fully equipped labs, updated curriculum aligned with 2024 industry standards, and active placement support. We invite you to attend a free trial class and judge for yourself — no pressure, no commitment required.

You receive a MindGigs completion certificate upon finishing all phases and the capstone project. We also help you prepare for internationally-recognised certifications like CompTIA Security+ and CEH. Many of our graduates list the capstone project on their CV as a portfolio piece, which has directly helped them in job interviews.

We offer morning, evening, and weekend batches to accommodate students and working professionals. Contact our admissions team to find out the schedule for the next starting batch and reserve your seat.