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Welcome to the homepage of the Cyber HackAdemy, a partnership between the University of Naples Federico II and Accenture.

The Cyber HackAdemy aims to train experts in advanced topics in cybersecurity, with a focus on techniques and protocols for network security, cloud infrastructures, IoT (Internet of Things) ecosystems, “Offensive Defense” methodologies, the use of modern Machine Learning techniques for analyzing large datasets for security purposes, and the application of Generative Artificial Intelligence for automating attack and defense strategies in cybersecurity.

The 30 selected students are divided into two distinct groups with the following profiles:

  • Junior Cybersecurity Specialist
  • Senior Cybersecurity Specialist

For both profiles, the program spans approximately 6 months, requiring in-person participation for 4 hours daily, Monday through Friday, totaling 20 hours per week (except for special initiatives scheduled during the course). Activities are conducted at the San Giovanni a Teduccio Technology Hub of the University of Naples Federico II. Some activities may also take place at the premises of partner companies. Hands-on lab training is complemented by self-directed learning.

Junior Cybersecurity Specialist

The complete curriculum is structured into three phases:

Phase 1

The first phase focuses on acquiring fundamental skills necessary to develop effective solutions in the field of cybersecurity. These skills include knowledge of:

  • Computer networks
  • Operating systems
  • Computing architectures
  • Programming

Phase 2

The second phase specializes in the context of cybersecurity, encompassing software security, computer security, and network security. Particular emphasis is placed on “ethical hacking” techniques, cloud network architectures, and IoT (Internet of Things) ecosystems.

Phase 3

The third phase aims to develop the ability to apply the knowledge gained during the first two phases, focusing on a group project-work addressing topics of corporate interest.

Senior Cybersecurity Specialist

The complete curriculum is also structured into three phases:

Phase 1

The first phase emphasizes acquiring advanced cybersecurity skills, particularly related to attack and defense techniques and formal methodologies for studying the safety and security of complex cloud-based architectures.

Phase 2

The second phase delves into leveraging large datasets for cybersecurity purposes, aimed at improving threat detection capabilities and enhancing the security posture of modern network architectures.

Phase 3

The third phase focuses on applying the knowledge acquired during the first two phases through a group project-work on topics of corporate interest.

Training Methodology

The training program employs a methodology integrating:

  • Online and/or in-person instruction
  • Self-directed learning
  • Experiential learning through group projects designed to solve practical challenges of increasing complexity.

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Training at the HackAdemy

The Cyber HackAdemy is a partnership between the University of Naples Federico II and Accenture, aimed at training cybersecurity experts.

The training program focuses on developing expertise in cybersecurity within the context of advanced network architectures. In such environments, cybersecurity must be addressed with a holistic approach, incorporating security measures from the earliest design phases and accounting for the heterogeneity of network platforms involved, as well as the end-to-end services they support. The HackAdemy adopts a hands-on approach, framed within the broader context of Challenge-Based Learning (CBL). The training is structured to integrate in-person learning, self-directed study, and experiential education through group projects designed to tackle practical challenges of increasing complexity.

Professionals trained at the HackAdemy will acquire skills related to:

  • Network security techniques and protocols
  • Cloud infrastructure security
  • IoT (Internet of Things) ecosystems
  • “Offensive Defense” methodologies
  • The use of modern Machine Learning techniques for analyzing large datasets for security purposes
  • The application of Generative Artificial Intelligence to automate attack and defense strategies in cybersecurity

Students who successfully complete the program will be offered a 6-month internship at one of Accenture’s Italian offices and/or a job offer, contingent on their performance and results.

Photo Gallery Graduation Day 2020

Curious about the HackAdemy mood and atmosphere? Have a look at pics from the 2020 “Graduation Day”!