Welcome to HackerOps
Welcome to HackerOps - the ultimate hands-on training program for cybersecurity and DevOps professionals. Learn cloud infrastructure, automation, and security practices through real-world scenarios using industry-standard tools.
Tip
All labs require GitHub organization membership for access. Make sure you’re part of the hacker-ops-class organization before proceeding.
What You’ll Master
- Cybersecurity Fundamentals - Security automation, penetration testing, and threat detection
- Cloud Infrastructure - Deploy and manage resources on AWS, Azure, and DigitalOcean
- DevOps Automation - Infrastructure as Code with Terraform and Ansible
- Industry Tools - Master the same tools used by Fortune 500 companies
- Real-World Scenarios - Practice with actual attack vectors and defense strategies
- Progressive Learning - 16+ structured labs building from basics to advanced techniques
Core Technologies
Throughout this course, you’ll work hands-on with:
- Infrastructure as Code: Terraform, Ansible
- Cloud Platforms: AWS, Azure, DigitalOcean
- Security Tools: Evilginx2, GoPhish, WarHorse
- Version Control: Git, GitHub
- Containerization: Docker, Kubernetes
- Automation: CI/CD pipelines, scripting
Prerequisites
Before starting the labs, ensure you have:
- GitHub Account - Required for organization access and lab repositories
- Basic Command Line - Comfort with terminal/command prompt
- Code Editor - VS Code recommended (we’ll help you set it up)
- Learning Mindset - Ready to break things and learn from failures!
Getting Started
First Step: Set up your GitHub access and development environment:
- GitHub Setup - Join the organization and configure your account
- Development Environment - Install VS Code, SSH, and essential tools
- Your First Lab - Deploy your first virtual machine on DigitalOcean
Caution
Important: Complete the GitHub setup first! All labs require proper GitHub organization membership to access protected content and lab repositories.