Welcome to your all-in-one guide for breaking into cybersecurity — even if you’re starting from scratch or on a tight budget. This open-source repository by AquilaCyber is packed with curated, beginner-friendly, and hands-on resources to help you learn core concepts, build practical skills, and explore career paths — all without breaking the bank.
Whether you’re switching careers, exploring your curiosity, or preparing for your first cybersecurity job, this guide is here to help you learn efficiently and stay motivated.
This guide is for:
⚡ Built by the community at AquilaCyber — Nigeria’s grassroots movement for hands-on, gamified cybersecurity learning.
Get a solid foundation. We recommend one of two paths:
🚀 Our Guided Path Start here for our step-by-step beginner’s guide. It will walk you through the core concepts.
📆 The 90-Day Challenge A great option if you love a structured, day-by-day challenge to build a consistent learning habit.
You can also browse our full library of curated free resources:
Explore high-demand roles, responsibilities, and what skills you need for each job in cybersecurity.
Pick your adventure — from ethical hacking to threat hunting to digital forensics.
…and many more! See the full list here.
Note: Don’t worry if you don’t know which to pick yet! Exploring the domains in Step 3 will help you discover what you enjoy most.
Once you’ve picked a direction, dive into specialized topics with curated roadmaps and resources:
Understand how real-world cybersecurity teams operate, comply, and secure environments using trusted frameworks:
Hands-on experience is key! Learn the tools and then use them in a safe, legal environment.
🎉 This is just the beginning — and you’re not alone.
🛡️ Powered by AquilaCyber — Nigeria’s bold, community-driven platform for cybersecurity training, labs, and mentorship.
Let’s build, learn, and protect the digital world — together.