Cybersecurity Mentors

Meet The Global Team

Learn From Experts. Train With Enterprise Tools. Get Hired Faster.

Meet Our Founder

Sohail Ershadi

I wasn’t supposed to be in cybersecurity.

I was a broke musician, recently married, with no clear career path and no idea how I was going to support my family. The pressure was real.

Then, I met a mentor who changed everything. He was in IT, and he showed me a way forward. I took a chance, started learning, and landed my first IT job. That job opened doors I never even knew existed.

I spent years working in IT Help Desk and Networking, grinding, learning, and slowly climbing my way up. But I quickly realized that if I wanted real career growth, financial freedom, and job security, I needed to move into cybersecurity.

And that’s exactly what I did.

Fast forward to today – I’ve spent over a decade in the IT and cybersecurity industry, working with government agencies, private corporations, and some of the biggest names in the industry across the Middle East and Australia. I’ve seen firsthand what companies actually look for when hiring cybersecurity professionals.

Here’s what no one tells you:

  • Employers don’t care about your degrees or certifications. They care about whether you can do the job from Day 1.
  • Most cybersecurity training is outdated. It’s filled with theory but doesn’t prepare you for real-world roles.
  • Defensive Cybersecurity is where the real demand is. While most people chase ethical hacking and penetration testing, the reality is that the highest number of job openings are in Incident Response, Security Operations, and Cloud Security.
  • Companies don’t have time to train you. They need someone who can walk in, take control, and provide value immediately.

That’s why I built this program.

Not to give people another certification or another theoretical course that looks good on a resume but doesn’t actually get them hired.

I built it for people who are ready to make the leap into cybersecurity and want a direct path to getting hired.

This isn’t just another online course. It’s a job-focused, hands-on training program designed to get you into the industry fast. You’ll work with real enterprise security tools—firewalls, SIEM platforms (Splunk & Sentinel), EDR tools (CrowdStrike & Defender), and real-world incidents.

Because at the end of the day, that’s what hiring managers care about.

If you’ve ever felt like breaking into cybersecurity is impossible because you lack experience, don’t have a degree, or don’t know where to start—I’ve been there. And I can tell you from personal experience, it’s possible.

The only question is: Are you willing to take the first step?

Guided by Experience. Driven by Results

Meet Our Power Team

Sohail Ershadi

Founder

Sohail’s journey into cybersecurity was far from ordinary. Once a broke musician searching for purpose, he found a mentor who introduced him to IT. Starting at the Help Desk, he mastered networking and built a thriving career in cybersecurity—a field that brought him growth, stability, and freedom. Today, Sohail inspires others to believe it’s never too late to rewrite their story.

Rayan Cameron

Mentor

With over a decade of operational and strategic experience across the Australian Defence Force, public sector, and critical infrastructure, Ryan brings deep cybersecurity insight to his mentorship. He bridges theory and real-world practice, helping students think like defenders and adversaries alike-guiding them toward innovative, effective, and practical security solutions.

Jo Joven

Student Advisor

Jo helps professionals and businesses connect with the right cybersecurity training to achieve their goals. With strong communication and attention to detail, he ensures every interaction is seamless-from understanding client needs to scheduling sessions-creating a positive first impression and setting the stage for meaningful learning and growth.

Kushantha Gunawardana

Mentor

Kushantha Gunawardana is an international Cybersecurity Strategist and Trainer with 15+ years in cybersecurity. He has delivered programs across 20+ countries for government, corporate, and academic sectors. A published author and PhD candidate in Digital Forensics, he holds a Master’s degree with distinction. He is widely recognized for strengthening cyber resilience worldwide.

Cuong Nguyen

Talent Acquisition

Cuong Nguyen is a seasoned recruitment professional with over ten years of experience hiring across Australia’s tech sector. He has worked with IBM, Accenture, Infosys, NAB, and NRI, recruiting for roles in development, cybersecurity, and infrastructure. Cuong helps professionals stand out with tailored job strategies and stronger personal branding.

Jesy Souaidy

Growth Strategist

Jesy strengthens CyberXcel’s operations by optimizing workflows and enhancing team communication. She drives initiatives to grow the brand’s digital presence, developing engagement-focused strategies that boost visibility and audience reach. With her proactive approach and organizational skill, Jesy ensures consistent, high-quality delivery across all teams.

Tracking Our Student's Career Success: Where Are They Employed Now?

Career Placement Success

We focus on hands-on training in real enterprise tools, SIEMs, EDRs, and live cybersecurity incidents.

What We Stand For

At CyberXcel, we believe:

Certifications might look good on paper, but they don’t land you the job. Real-world, hands-on experience is what employers actually look for — and that’s exactly what we train you in.

Companies don’t hire based on what’s on paper. They hire professionals who can do the job from day one.

We provide one-on-one mentorship, live group coaching, and career guidance to make sure you succeed.

Instead of overwhelming you with scattered information, we provide a step-by-step roadmap to cybersecurity success.

You’ll have advisors, mentors, and structured support to keep you on track.

Cyber threats never stop evolving—neither do we. Our curriculum adapts continuously, empowering you with skills relevant to the latest cybersecurity challenges.

Testimonial

6 Months. No Degree. No Cert Overload. Just a Cyber Job at a Top Bank.

Alicia followed our exact blueprint and landed a permanent cybersecurity role — all while raising a young family and working full-time.

FAQ

Answering All Your Questions

Most students get job-ready in 4-6 months, depending on their schedule.

Not necessarily. While IT experience helps, we have helped complete beginners break into cybersecurity.

 

Unlike most cybersecurity programs, we don’t focus on useless certifications—we train you in real-world enterprise tools with a fully hands-on approach in a SOC environment.

We work with you until you land at least 5 interviews—our system is designed to get you hired!

The program is self-paced with hybrid group calls throughout the week (5-6 live calls) for additional support & mentorship.

No. We provide a fully cloud-hosted SOC lab environment so you can practice with enterprise-level tools without needing high-end hardware.

Yes! Our program is designed for working professionals, with structured, part-time study schedules that work around your availability.

Absolutely! You get assigned a personal advisor & a cybersecurity mentor to ensure you’re on track, and you can ask questions anytime.

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