Bridging the Gap Between Learning & Doing
Empowering cybersecurity professionals with actionable certifications that prove real-world readiness, not just theoretical knowledge.
Mission-Driven Excellence
We're dedicated to minimizing the cybersecurity skills gap by helping organizations identify exceptional candidates through industry-leading certification programs.
Actionable Skills
Certifications that validate real-world capabilities from day one.
Industry Alignment
Mapped directly to actual cybersecurity job roles and responsibilities.
Practical Assessment
Hands-on skill evaluations that mirror real workplace challenges.
Affordable Access
Quality certifications at accessible price points for everyone.
Meet the Experts
Our founding team brings decades of experience in cybersecurity, education, and certification development. We understand the challenges because we've been there ourselves.
JASON DION
Founder & CEO
- Founder of Dion Training with 2.5+ million students worldwide
- Naval Officer in the U.S. Navy from 2007-22 (Retired)
- Global Lead for Cyber Defense at U.S. Cyber Command, 2018-20
DAVID EIERDAM
Chief Technology Officer
- Information Professional Naval Officer & Cybersecurity Leader | U.S. Navy, 2000-24 (Retired)
- Team Leader, Cyber Protection Team, 2014-17
- Technical Director, Joint Cyber Center | U.S. Space Command, 2022-24
Built for Real-World Success
For Professionals
Certifications that employers actually value and recognize.
- Validate practical abilities
- Stand out in applications
- Continuous skill growth
For Organizations
Build stronger cybersecurity teams with confidence.
- Reduce hiring risk
- Verify competency
- Industry alignment
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What Others Are Saying
Hear from cybersecurity professionals who have experienced the AKYLADE difference.
"Pursuing this certification bridged 'The Why' behind Organizational Cybersecurity Initiatives. This certification equips students with the knowledge needed for boardroom discussions or in my case, the ability to properly advise Military Healthcare Commanders on medical device integration."
Kareem Alfred
MSHA, CBET