If you’re thinking about a career in cybersecurity, you’ve probably told yourself this before:
“I’ll start when I’m ready.”
But here’s a truth I’ve seen over and over again: no one ever feels completely ready. People who break into cybersecurity aren’t the ones who waited for the perfect moment.
They’re the ones who started before they felt ready and trusted the process.
They’re the ones who pick a random day, call it Day One, and decide that from this point forward, things are going to be different.
That decision alone can change everything.
This is how careers are built. Not overnight. Not by accident. But by execution.
Career Level Up
You will never wake up one morning magically qualified for a cybersecurity role. But you can wake up one morning and decide to start.
If you begin in October, the next 90 days will look very different. By December, you are not just reading about technology, you are applying it. You have learned real skills, passed practice exams, and built the confidence to compete.
When companies refresh their hiring budgets in January, you are ready. And by February, you could be sitting in interviews.
It is not an overnight success. It is 90 days of hard work. But those 90 days can change the entire trajectory of your career.
The hardest part is choosing Day One. And the best news? That can be today.
The 90-Day Zero to Hoodie Roadmap
If you start in October and stay locked in, here is what 90 days of execution looks like inside our bootcamp:
Days 1 - 30 (October): Study and master Network+ fundamentals
Days 31 - 45 (early November): Push through Security+ and lock in your baseline cert
Days 46 - 52 (mid-November): Build hands-on skills with Linux
Days 53 - 59 (late November): Learn Python for automation and scripting
Days 60 - 66 (early December): Sharpen your eyes with Traffic Analysis
Days 67 - 71 (mid-December): Apply AI for Cybersecurity to stay ahead of the curve
Days 72 - 74 (mid-December): Learn Git for version control and collaboration
Days 75 - 81 (late December): Build your ePortfolio to showcase your skills
Days 82 - 90 (early January): You’re hire ready. It’s time to start applying.
By the start of January, you’re equipped with the skills and confidence you need. As companies open their hiring budgets for the new year, you’re already in a strong position to start applying.
Why Most People Fail
Here’s the reality: most people fall short because they lose patience.
They give up when progress feels slow and let distractions pull them off track.
But the few who stay focused and keep putting in the work? They keep leveling up and eventually, they become unstoppable.
Your Two Paths
The next 90 days will pass whether you take action or not. The real question is: do you want to look back wishing you had started, or proud that you did?
If you’re just beginning, our public Skool community is a great place to start. Inside, you’ll find free lessons, practical resources, and a supportive community to learn and connect with others exploring cybersecurity.
But if you’re ready to move faster and go all in, the Zero to Hoodie Bootcamp is where real momentum builds. It’s not just another course. It’s step-by-step mentorship, AI-powered tools that accelerate your progress, and a private group of students who push each other to the finish line. The support system keeps you consistent and helps you finish stronger.
Ninety days from now you can be in the same spot, or you can be interviewing with confidence.
The time will pass either way. Start today and let us help you finish strong.
To your success,
BowTiedCyber Team