Cyber Qubits

Cyber Qubits® is a cybersecurity training and consulting company focused on developing the next generation of cybersecurity professionals. We specialize in providing top-notch instruction to individuals and organizations that require comprehensive security knowledge. From basic network security to advanced security techniques, our experienced instructors are here to help you learn the best practices to keep your data safe and secure.

Our goal is to cultivate cyber professionals who are equipped with the skills and ethical mindset needed to effectively defend against cyber threats and protect their organizations. Through hands-on learning and expert instruction, our courses are designed to help you develop the skills you need to protect yourself and your organization from the ever-evolving threats in the digital world.

Our Vision is to Empower

Cybersecurity Courses

Industry Leading Mentors

213

Years of Cumulative Industry Experience

100%

Instructors holding Doctoral Degrees

Our vision is to empower professionals to attain their true potential advancing the cyber economy. We believe that the human element is a critical factor in the success of any cybersecurity strategy.

Our mission is to harness critical insight, cutting edge knowledge, and innovative practices to drive value-based advancement in cyber space. We aim to enable individuals to thrive in the digital age and reach their full potential by providing the necessary knowledge and resources.

Our Core Values

We practice what we preach

Integrity

We strive to cultivate cyber professionals with effective skills and ethical mindset.

Accountability

We are focused on nurturing the next generation of cybersecurity professionals.

Knowledge

We empower learners to become confident and effective leaders in cybersecurity.

Commitment

We are committed to excellence in student experience and student success.

Passion

We are passionate about cybersecurity and workforce development.

Approved School

Meets the requirements for Certificate of Approval pursuant to the Private Occupational Educational Act of 1981, Title 23, Section 101 et seq., C.R.S. Granted by the Colorado Department of Higher Education, Division of Private Occupational Schools.

Meet The Team

Cybersecurity Leaders of Today

Dr. Bess, Cybersecurity Architecture Instructor

Dr. D. Arlo Bess

Instructor

Dr. Bess is a distinguished expert in the field of cyber security with a track record of more than 25 years of practical experience in building and managing information security programs for major global organizations. He has worked across a wide range of industries, including finance, healthcare, retail, state government, and telecommunications, and has held various high-level positions, such as Senior Vice President Information Security, Chief Technology Officer, Chief Information Officer, Vice President of Data Center Operations, and Master Level consultant for three of the largest global Fortune 100 consulting organizations.

In his role as a technical lead for security architecture, Dr. Bess has provided trusted advisory services to C-level executives in Fortune 100 companies, guiding them in the direction and execution of their security initiatives. He has also been a Certified Information Security Systems Professional (CISSP) from the International Information System Security Certification Consortium (ISC)² for over two decades.

Apart from his impressive industry experience, Dr. Bess has over a decade of experience teaching Ph.D. and master's level courses in cyber security, where he leverages his extensive real-world insights to enrich the learning experience. Dr. Bess earned his Ph.D. in Information Security in 2012 from Nova Southeastern University and has a Master's degree in the management of information security.

Dr. Domingo Castillo

Instructor

Dr. Castillo is a highly acclaimed and seasoned information security professional.

He is currently serving as the Chief Information Security Officer of Miami Dade College (MDC).

Before joining MDC, Dr. Castillo was the Chief Information Security Officer at the University of Arkansas (UofA) in Fayetteville, an esteemed institution recognized as one of only 3 percent of universities in America with the highest level of research activity by the Carnegie Foundation. Before that, Dr. Castillo held the position of Regional Information Security and Compliance Officer at Chubb, where he was responsible for implementing cost-effective solutions to protect the information assets of the company's Latin America division.

Dr. Castillo's contributions to the field of cybersecurity were acknowledged with the (ISC)² Best Information Security Practitioner Award at the 2018 Information Security Leadership Awards (ISLA®) Americas ceremony in New Orleans, LA. This award recognizes individuals in both the private and public sectors who are making a positive impact in the field of cybersecurity.

Dr. Castillo has earned Master of Business Administration (MBA) from H. Wayne Huizenga School of Business, Nova Southeastern University. He also holds Master's Degrees in project management (MPM) and Public Administration (MPA) from Keller Graduate School of Management, DeVry University, and an Executive Doctor of Business Administration with a focus on information security from St. Thomas University. In addition, Dr. Castillo is certified in several professional areas, including Certified Information System Security Professional (CISSP), Project Manager Professional (PMP), and CompTIA Security+.

Dr. Abdul Rahim Charif

Instructor

Dr. Charif is a well-established Information System Security researcher with a strong focus on secure information system design. He has a wealth of experience in the field and has made significant contributions to the advancement of information security.

Throughout his career, Abdul has held several academic positions, including serving as an adjunct professor at the University of Colorado Colorado Springs and St. Thomas University. Currently, he is a lecturer for information security classes, sharing his extensive knowledge with students.

Abdul is a certified ethical hacker (CEH) and received his certification in 2017. He also serves as an EC-Council review board member, further demonstrating his commitment to the field. In addition to his CEH certification, Abdul holds a Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) certification, which he received in 2019.

Abdul's academic credentials are equally impressive. He holds a Master of Science in Information Security and a Ph.D. in Information Assurance from Nova Southeastern University, which he received in 2017. He has a wealth of experience as a software engineering leader for several Fortune 500 companies, making him an expert in the field.

Julia Costin

COO | Co-Founder

Dr. Tina Honey

Advisory Committee Member

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Dr. Ed Joseph

Instructor

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Dr. Mauricio Angee

Instructor

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Dr. Zareef Mohammed

Advisory Committee Member

Dr. Perdereaux-Weekes, Privacy Instructor

Dr. Alexis Perdereaux-Weekes

Instructor

Dr. Alexis Perdereaux-Weekes is an advocate for data privacy, believing that individuals should have control over how their protected information is processed, collected, and shared. With more than 20 years of experience in Information Technology, Risk Management, Data Protection, Audit & Governance, and Compliance Controls, he has worked in regulated and non-regulated organizations across various industries including Retail, Healthcare, Finance, Banking, Insurance, and local Government. Dr. Perdereaux-Weekes subscribes to the "Theory of Reciprocity" and actively mentors and advocates for Data Privacy Protection and Regulatory Compliance for consumer data processing, disclosure, and management.
Dr. Perdereaux-Weekes holds numerous credentials including CISM - Certificated Information Security Manager, CISA - Certified Information Systems Auditor, CRISC - Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control, CDSPE - Certified Data Privacy Solutions Engineer from ISACA International, CPSP - Certified Payment Security Practitioner, and CPFA - Certified Professional Forensic Analyst. He is a member of various professional associations such as the International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP) and INFRAGARD (South Florida Chapter).
Dr. Perdereaux-Weekes is an associate research fellow and member of the Cybersecurity and Information Privacy Policy Committee with the Americas Institute for Cybersecurity Leadership (AICL), a non-partisan think tank that focuses on cybersecurity discourse relevant to North America, Latin America, and the Caribbean. He also serves on the executive leadership board for the ISACA South Florida chapter and is a member of the Technology and Innovation Steering Committee of the National Association of Health Services Executives (NAHSE) South Florida chapter.
Dr. Perdereaux-Weekes holds a Master of Science degree in Information Security from Nova Southeastern University and advanced degrees in Information Security from St. Thomas University (Miami, FL), where he completed an Executive Doctorate in Business Administration degree with a focus in Information Security and Data Privacy. He is currently pursuing a Juris Masters degree in Cybersecurity, Compliance & Privacy Law at Florida State University.
Dr. Perdereaux-Weekes' research focuses on Global Data Privacy Regulation, Risk Management, Biometrics, Consumer Data Protection, Consumer Privacy Disclosure and Policy Compliance, particularly the European Union's General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), Lei Geral de Proteção de Dados (LGPD), and HIPAA Compliance.

Dr. Roger Seeholzer

Advisory Committee Member

Dr. Gurvirender Tejay

CEO | Founder

Dr. Tejay’s research expertise is in the field of cybersecurity management and digital privacy. He has published over 50 peer-reviewed research publications. Within cybersecurity, his work has focused on insider threat detection, security governance, policy compliance, security culture, and developing secure systems.

Dr. Tejay has secured over $12 million in grant funds to support the education, training and development of professionals and educators in cybersecurity management. He has taught 80 cybersecurity courses training over 700 students in cybersecurity. Dr. Tejay has led creation of four information security degrees, three security specializations, two security majors, and three graduate and undergraduate certificates in cybersecurity.

Dr. Tejay was selected to serve as High-Level Facilitator (Ministers Track) for the United Nation’s World Summit on the Information Society Forum 2020. He is currently serving as Editor-in-Chief for ‘Organizational Cybersecurity Journal: Practice, Process and People’ with Emerald Publishing. Dr. Tejay served as Guest Editor for Special Collection on ‘Organizational Cybersecurity’ for SAGE Open journal and Special Issue on Privacy for ACM’s The DATA BASE for Advances in Information Systems journal, in addition to many other research capacities.

Dr. Tejay received Ph.D. in Information Systems from Virginia Commonwealth University. He also holds M.S. in Computer Science from the University of Chicago, and M.A. in Economics from the University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee.

Dr. Marcus Winkfield

Instructor

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