Cohort 2 Kicks Off In
Monday, September 8 · 7:00 PM Central · 16 Seats Total
Pass the CISSP in 2026 — With a Proven System, Live Accountability, and an Expert in Your Corner
Most CISSP candidates study alone for 6–12 months, fail once or twice, and burn out before they ever get certified.
There's a better way.
Starting September 8th, 2026, I'm opening a small cohort of 16 professionals for an intensive 8-week CISSP Sprint — live weekly sessions, a personalized study plan, and direct access to a 24-year cybersecurity veteran who failed the CISSP himself before building a proven system that works.
This isn't a self-paced course you buy and forget. This is a structured, time-bound sprint with a real start date, a real finish line, and a group of peers holding each other accountable every step of the way. And you won't be sitting idle once you enroll — you'll get pre-cohort content access right away, so you can get a head start before Week 1 even begins.
What People Are Saying
Precisely what I needed…
"This is precisely what I needed in your course. DIRECTION! This Blueprint is the perfect roadmap to stay on track. I appreciate its clarity and the tangible sense of progress it brings. A phenomenal tool for revision."
— Kevin Fallon
Passed the CISSP Exam on the first try!
"…the podcast contributed to my preparedness! Your words helped me think analytically for the exam!"
— Joe S., Cyber Security Specialist
Guidance was invaluable…
"Shon Gerber, your guidance was invaluable throughout the CISSP study/certification process. Thank you for breaking the monotony!"
— Kristopher Wagstaff
What's Included in the Cohort
This Cohort Is For You If
- ✓You've been studying on and off, but can't stay consistent
- ✓You've failed the CISSP once and need a structured reset
- ✓You're serious about passing in 2026 and want expert guidance — not another $10,000 bootcamp
The Sprint Cohort Retake Guarantee
Complete the program and don't pass on your first attempt? You're back in the next available Sprint Cohort at no additional cost. We're not just selling content — we're backing the outcome.
See full guarantee terms below ↓
Frequently Asked Questions
When do I get access to the material, and how does the 8-week schedule work?
As soon as you enroll, you'll get pre-cohort content access — so you can start getting familiar with the program before live sessions begin on September 8th, instead of starting cold on Day 1.
Once we kick off, the 8 weeks follow the domains in sequence: Week 1 covers Domain 1, with a little extra time built in to cover the fundamentals and make sure everyone's starting from the same baseline. Week 2 covers Domain 2, and so on, one domain per week, through Week 8.
What happens if I don't pass the exam?
If you complete the Sprint Cohort in full and do not pass the CISSP exam on your first attempt, you may re-enroll in the next available Sprint Cohort at no additional cost.
To qualify, you must:
- Complete the initial Diagnostic Assessment
- Complete at least 30 of the 40 daily domain challenge exams across the 8-week program
- Attend at least 6 of the 8 live weekly coaching calls (or watch the recording within 7 days if unable to attend live)
- Complete the 125-question timed simulation exam before your scheduled exam date
- Sit for the CISSP exam within 8 weeks of completing the cohort
What's covered: Your Sprint Cohort enrollment fee.
What's not covered: The ISC2 exam registration fee, Annual Maintenance Fee, or any third-party study materials. These are separate costs paid directly to ISC2/Pearson VUE and are not refundable or reimbursable under this guarantee.
How to claim: Contact [email protected] with proof of your exam result within 30 days of your attempt. Re-enrollment will be confirmed for the next available cohort with open seats.
This guarantee applies to one retake per original enrollment and is non-transferable.
How is this different from a $20 Udemy course or a self-paced study guide?
A video course or study guide gives you content — it doesn't give you a plan, a deadline, or someone checking whether you're actually on track. The Sprint Cohort builds a personalized study plan around your schedule in Week 1, puts you in live weekly sessions with direct access to ask questions, and surrounds you with a small group of peers holding each other accountable. Most people who fail the CISSP don't fail because the content wasn't available — they fail because they studied alone, lost momentum, and never had a structured plan to begin with. That's the problem this solves.
What if I fall behind during the 8 weeks?
Life happens — that's normal, and the cohort is built with it in mind. Every live session is recorded, so missing one doesn't mean missing the content. Your personalized study plan can be adjusted as you go, and you'll have direct access to ask where to focus if you're catching up. The goal isn't perfect attendance — it's staying connected to a plan instead of drifting alone, which is exactly what falling behind on your own usually turns into.
What happens after the 8 weeks end?
After you complete Week 8, you keep access to the post-cohort support content and the rest of the full content library for an additional 3 months, plus 3 months of CPE Insider access — so once you're certified, you're already set up to start tracking continuing education instead of scrambling to figure that out later. You'll also keep your cohort community access to stay connected with the group as you head toward your exam date.
Do I need to already meet the CISSP experience requirement to join?
This cohort is built for professionals who meet or are close to meeting the CISSP experience requirement — the live discussions assume real-world security decision-making, which is exactly what makes the group valuable. If you're earlier in your career, Accelerator and Pro are a great place to build that foundation, and we'd love to see you in a future cohort once you're closer to qualifying.
Is there a payment plan available?
No — the Sprint Cohort is a single, one-time payment. This keeps the price as low as possible for everyone in the cohort and keeps enrollment simple.
⚠️ Cohort 2 Starts In
CISSP Sprint Cohort 2 — $597 one-time enrollment.
16 seats total — Seats going fast, hurry! · Cohort 2 starts September 8, 2026
About Your Instructor
24 Years in the Field. 8 Weeks to Your CISSP.
Shon Gerber, CISSP is a 24-year cybersecurity veteran, Former Commander of the 177th Information Aggressor Squadron, Former CISO, Fractional CISO serving healthcare and financial sector clients, and adjunct professor of cybersecurity.
He failed the CISSP on his first attempt — and used that experience to build a proven system that has helped serious cybersecurity professionals get certified and advance their careers.
He is the founder of CISSP Cyber Training and host of the CISSP Cyber Training Podcast.
