About arcX
Practitioner-led cyber security training that bridges the gap between academic theory and operational reality.
Who We Are
arcX is a CREST-accredited cyber security training provider founded in 2020 by practitioners with over 30 years of combined experience in threat intelligence, penetration testing, and security operations.
We identified a critical gap in the market: traditional training providers were delivering outdated content taught by instructors who had not worked in active security roles for years. Meanwhile, organisations worldwide struggled to recruit qualified professionals who could apply theoretical knowledge to real-world security challenges.
We set out to solve this problem by creating a training provider where every instructor maintains current industry experience. Our courses are taught by active security professionals who work on real incidents, conduct live penetration tests, and analyse emerging threats daily.
In 2020, we achieved CREST accreditation, validating our commitment to quality and industry standards. Today, we deliver training across five cyber security disciplines, helping professionals at every career stage.
Making World-Class Training Accessible
We believe quality cyber security education should be available to everyone with the dedication to learn
Accessibility
Quality education should not be limited by financial barriers. Our free CTI 101 course provides foundational knowledge to anyone with the dedication to learn.
Practical Focus
We teach skills that employers need and learners can apply immediately. Every module includes hands-on exercises that simulate real-world challenges.
Continuous Improvement
The threat landscape evolves constantly, and so do our courses. We regularly update curriculum based on emerging threats and learner feedback.
How We Deliver Effective Training
Hands-On Practice
Theory alone does not build competence. Our courses include practical exercises, real-world scenarios, and hands-on labs that simulate actual security challenges. You will analyse real malware samples, investigate simulated incidents, and apply techniques to realistic environments.
Progressive Learning
Our curriculum is structured to build knowledge systematically, from foundational concepts through to advanced techniques. Each module builds on previous learning, ensuring solid understanding before introducing new complexity.
Practitioner Instruction
All arcX instructors maintain active industry roles whilst teaching. They work on real incidents, conduct live penetration tests, and analyse emerging threats daily, ensuring course content reflects current best practices and operational reality.
Exam Preparation
For certification courses, we provide comprehensive exam preparation including practice questions, proven test-taking strategies, and detailed explanations. Our 95% pass rate demonstrates the effectiveness of this approach.
What Drives Everything We Do
The principles that guide our training, our community, and our commitment to excellence
Accessibility and Inclusion
We believe world-class cyber security training should be accessible to everyone with the dedication to learn, regardless of background or budget. Quality education should not be limited by financial barriers or geographic location.
Free CTI 101 course for all learners
Affordable pricing for advanced courses
Flexible payment options available
Comprehensive support for all learners
Learner Success
Your success is our mission. We provide comprehensive support, career guidance, and resources to help you achieve your professional goals.
Career Guidance
CV review and interview preparation
Exam Support
Practice questions and test strategies
Lifetime Access
Revisit materials and updates anytime
Our Impact
Our free CTI 101 course has provided foundational knowledge to over 70,000 learners worldwide, removing the primary barrier to entry for aspiring security professionals. This commitment to accessibility has helped thousands of individuals take their first steps into cyber security careers, with many progressing to advanced certifications and professional roles.
Led by Industry Practitioners
All arcX instructors are active cyber security practitioners with current industry experience. They maintain professional roles in threat intelligence, penetration testing, incident response, or security operations whilst teaching, ensuring course content reflects real-world practice and emerging threats.
Our instructors work on real incidents, conduct live penetration tests, and analyse emerging threats daily. This ensures our curriculum reflects the latest attack vectors, defensive techniques, and industry best practices.
We require instructors to maintain active industry roles because we believe the best training comes from practitioners who apply these techniques in their day-to-day work, not just in training environments.
Commitment to Excellence
Rigorous Development Process
Every arcX course undergoes rigorous development and review. Our instructors are required to maintain active industry experience, ensuring course content reflects current practices, emerging threats, and real-world operational requirements.
All courses reviewed and approved by CREST
Instructors maintain active industry roles
Regular curriculum updates
Learner feedback integrated continuously
Continuous Improvement
We regularly update our curriculum based on learner feedback, industry developments, and changes in the threat landscape. This commitment to continuous improvement ensures our training remains relevant and valuable throughout your career.
Regular Updates
Content reviews and improvements
95% Pass Rate
Proven training effectiveness
CREST Accreditation
External validation of quality standards
Supporting Your Career Journey
We recognise that many of our most successful learners come from non-traditional backgrounds. Career changers, military veterans, self-taught technologists, and professionals from adjacent fields bring valuable perspectives to cyber security.
Our training is designed to be accessible regardless of your starting point. Whether you are transitioning from IT support, software development, risk management, or an entirely different field, our courses provide the structured learning path you need to succeed.
For military veterans transitioning to civilian careers, we provide additional career guidance resources, including CV review materials, interview preparation, and portfolio development support to help you achieve your professional goals.
Bridging the Gender Gap in Cyber Security
In 2023 arcX joined forces with the Cybersafe Foundation and their CyberGirls initiative alongside organisations like Microsoft, Cisco and ISC2, to bridge the gender disparity and skills gap in cyber security and improve the socio-economic well-being of girls and women living in underserved communities in Africa.
It has been amazing to see the hard work and dedication these young women have put into their studies as they embark on their new careers in the cyber security industry.
We look forward to continuing our work with the Cybersafe Foundation over the coming months and years.
If you are an organisation interested in providing work placements or employment, please let us know! We would be delighted to introduce you to the Cybersafe team.
Trusted by Security Professionals
Join 70,000+ professionals who have advanced their careers with arcX training
The courses provided by arcX are the best in terms of content and structure I have come across. The practical exercises really prepared me for real-world challenges.
Great content and fantastic customer service. Put me in a great position to gain my qualification and transition into a cyber security role.
Just finished the foundation in CTI course, passed the exam. Really good course; learned the fundamentals and feel confident moving to the next level.
Begin Your Journey Today, For Free
Join 70,000+ professionals who have advanced their careers with arcX. Start with our free CTI 101 course and discover if cyber threat intelligence is right for you.