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Your Cybersecurity Career Starts Here.
nearly 10,000 professionals. 250+ events. One mission: elevate every defender.
nearly 10,000
Members Strong
250+
Events Hosted
Since 2012
Building Community
More Than a Meetup. A Movement.
Cover6 Community is one of the largest cybersecurity communities in the country. Founded in 2012 and nearly 10,000 members strong, we bring together career changers, students, SOC analysts, pentesters, and CISOs — all under one roof. We run free meetups, hands-on workshops, capture-the-flag competitions, and career development programs that create direct pipelines between emerging talent and hiring organizations. Powered by Cover6 Solutions, a veteran-owned cybersecurity and vCISO firm.
Hands-On Training
We believe in learning by doing. Our workshops, capture-the-flag competitions, and lab environments give you real-world skills that certifications alone can’t provide. From pentesting fundamentals to advanced red team operations — Cover6 puts tools in your hands and targets in your sights.
Career Acceleration
Your next role is closer than you think. Resume reviews, mock interviews, mentorship matching with industry veterans, and direct introductions to hiring managers. We’ve helped hundreds of members land their first — or next — cybersecurity role.
Live Events & Meetups
Monthly in-person Meet & Greets focused on real networking, all-day workshops, virtual events, and annual summits. Our events calendar keeps you connected, inspired, and growing — every single month.
How to Get Involved
Multiple ways to plug in — regardless of where you are in your cybersecurity journey.
Join the Community
Free to join. Instant access to our events calendar, member directory, and community channels. No gatekeeping.
Attend an Event
Browse our upcoming events and register. Monthly meetups are free. Workshops and bootcamps have limited seats.
Explore Cover6 Academy
Structured cybersecurity courses designed by practitioners. From GRC fundamentals to offensive security certification prep.
Become a Speaker or Mentor
Share your expertise with the next generation of cyber defenders. Lead workshops, speak at meetups, or mentor emerging talent.
Upcoming Events
From monthly meetups to all-day bootcamps, there’s always something on the calendar. Free events are open to all members.
250+
events hosted since 2012
Free • Open to all members
The Cover6 Ecosystem
Cover6 Community is one part of a larger mission. Explore the full Cover6 Solutions ecosystem.
Cover6 Academy
Level up with structured cybersecurity courses, hands-on labs, and certification prep built by the same practitioners who lead our community workshops.
Cover6 Services
Enterprise-grade cybersecurity consulting, virtual CISO services, and CMMC Level 2 readiness assessments. Trusted by organizations that take security seriously.
Cover6 Jobs
Exclusive cybersecurity job board connecting community members with vetted employers. Your next role might be one click away.
Community Spotlight
Real stories from real members. See what the community is saying about their Cover6 experience.
“Cover6 helped me transition from IT support to a SOC analyst role in under 6 months. The workshops and mentorship made all the difference.”
— Merry · March 2026 · Meetup Review
“I’ve attended cybersecurity meetups all over the DMV. None of them compare to what Tyrone and the Cover6 team have built. This is the real deal.”
— Brenda Mariella · March 2026 · Google Review
“The hands-on labs and CTF events gave me confidence I couldn’t get from certifications alone. I passed my OSCP after attending three Cover6 workshops.”
— Luis Ochoa · March 2026 · Meetup Review
Have a Cover6 story? Leave a review and inspire the next generation of cyber defenders.
Meet Your Organizer
The person behind the community.
TWTyrone Wilson
Founder & CEO, Cover6 Solutions
U.S. Army veteran, cybersecurity executive, and community builder. Tyrone founded Cover6 Community in 2012 to create a space where aspiring and experienced cyber professionals could learn, connect, and grow together. What started as a small local meetup has grown into one of the largest cybersecurity communities in the country — nearly 10,000 members strong.
Partner With Cover6
Put your brand in front of nearly 10,000 cybersecurity professionals. Sponsorship packages include logo placement, newsletter features, event branding, and direct access to one of the largest cyber communities in the nation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about joining the Cover6 Community.
Not at all. Whether you’re exploring cybersecurity for the first time or you’re a seasoned professional, this community is built for every level. Our events and training range from beginner-friendly to advanced cert prep.
Free content includes community meetups, networking events, and select introductory courses like Breaking Into Cyber. Paid content includes certification practice exams (Security+, CISSP, CEH, CySA+, and more), full prep courses, and career-focused bundles — all available individually through Cover6 Academy.
Our events include hands-on workshops, expert panels, career development sessions, and networking meetups. Our monthly Meet & Greet is held in-person in the DC metro area (last Thursday of every month), with virtual events running throughout the year. All skill levels are welcome.
Cover6 Community is the training and networking arm of Cover6 Solutions, a cybersecurity and vCISO firm. The community has been building since 2012 and has grown into a nearly 10,000 member network. Cover6 Academy is where we deliver structured training and certification prep.
Yes. We offer a dedicated veteran discount on all Academy products. Use code VETERANFIRST at checkout for 30% off. Cover6 was founded on the principle that cybersecurity should be accessible to those who’ve served.
The Frontline Needs You.
Join nearly 10,000 cyber professionals who chose to stop watching from the sidelines. Same mission since 2012 — now under the Cover6 banner.