About us
A training institution run by working security professionals.
ITSAFE operates in partnership with CySource, a cyber security company trusted internationally for penetration testing, risk assessment and threat response. That is not a marketing arrangement — it is why our curriculum reflects what real engagements look like.
- 12+
- Years training cyber professionals
- 1,400+
- International training activities
- 10,000+
- Graduates worldwide
- 4
- Industry-aligned career tracks
01Our approach
Practice first, theory as needed
Our programmes were developed by security practitioners with international recognition, led by Amir Barel, and aligned with the standards of industry, academia and government bodies. Every module has to justify its place: if a security team does not use it, we do not teach it.
We are known above all for building penetration testing careers, and we lead the field in the number of security research graduates we have produced. More than 10,000 people have gone through our training, and over 1,400 international training activities have been delivered.
Many of our graduates now teach here as practice mentors. That loop — students becoming mentors — is the clearest signal we have that the training works.
Partnership with CySource
CySource specialises in tailored solutions for identifying vulnerabilities, assessing risk and responding to advanced cyber threats, with 15 years of experience. Live engagement experience feeds directly back into what we teach.
Microsoft for Startups
CySource participates in the Microsoft for Startups programme, using the Microsoft ecosystem to keep developing our training platform, AI capabilities and hands-on lab environments.
Going global
After more than a decade of training in Israel, our programmes are now delivered in English to learners and organisations worldwide, with flexible pacing across timezones.
02Principles
How we run our programmes
Only what the industry actually uses
Every module earns its place. No filler theory, no outdated tooling — just the knowledge that security teams hire for.
Taught by people still in the field
Your instructors are working penetration testers, SOC leads and security engineers, not career lecturers.
A full bench of practice mentors
From day one you join a dedicated learning group with hands-on mentors who answer questions and unblock you.
Prepared for international certification
Structured preparation for globally recognised credentials across Linux, Python, networking, CompTIA and ethical hacking.
Paced around your life
Study on your own schedule, in your own timezone. Ask in the group and a mentor picks it up.
Built for the hiring market
Portfolio work, lab reports and interview readiness are part of the programme, not an afterthought.
Not sure which programme fits you?
Every learner arrives with a different background, experience and ambition. Tell us where you are and where you want to get to, and we will point you at the right track.