Cybersecurity Mentorship for Career Builders

One-on-one guidance from a CISSP-certified practitioner who has helped others pass the CISSP exam and break into cybersecurity. Based in Bowie, Maryland, working with mentees across the US.

Who This Is For

This mentorship is a good fit if any of these describe you.

You are preparing for the CISSP, Security+, or another security certification and want guidance from someone who has been through it
You are transitioning into cybersecurity from IT, networking, military service, or another field
You are early in your security career and want a senior practitioner to help you build the right skills
You are job hunting and need help positioning your experience for security roles
You work at an SMB or nonprofit and want to understand how to build a security program from scratch
You want someone to think through a specific security problem or decision with you

What We Work On

Sessions are practical, direct, and built around your situation.

Certification Prep and Strategy

CISSP domain breakdown and study approach , from someone who has taught the material and helped candidates pass
Security+ and CompTIA exam strategy
How to approach the CISSP as a management exam, not a technical one
Prioritizing what to study based on your background
What exam day is actually like and how to manage it

Career Path and Job Search

Resume review and security-specific positioning
LinkedIn profile optimization for security roles
How to talk about your experience in interviews
Which roles fit your background and goals
Breaking into security from a non-traditional path

Security Program Building

Building a security program at an SMB or nonprofit
Where to start when there is no security foundation
Prioritizing risk with limited budget and staff
Microsoft 365 security fundamentals for practitioners
Governance, policy, and documentation basics

Practitioner Growth

Moving from technical roles into advisory or leadership
Building credibility and visibility in the field
How to think like a consultant, not just a technician
Navigating vendor risk, compliance, and executive conversations
What a vCISO actually does day to day

Ready to talk through where you are and where you want to go?

Book a free 15-minute intro call. No pressure, no pitch. Just a straight conversation.

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Mentorship Sessions

Choose what fits your situation. All sessions are one-on-one with Nigel Roberts, CISSP.

Single Session

$150

Best for: A focused question, decision, or CISSP domain you need to work through

60-minute one-on-one session via video call
No prep required , come with your question
Written summary with key takeaways sent after
Good for certification questions, career decisions, or a specific security challenge

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4-Session Package

$500

Best for: CISSP candidates, job seekers, and career changers who want structured support

Four 60-minute sessions over 4 to 8 weeks
Goal-setting in session one, progress check-ins throughout
Resume and LinkedIn review included
Email support between sessions for quick questions
Written action plan after each session

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Monthly Mentorship

$200/month

Best for: Early-career professionals who want a consistent sounding board

Two 60-minute sessions per month
Flexible topics , career, certifications, technical skills, or program building
Priority email support for time-sensitive questions
Cancel anytime with 7 days notice

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About Your Mentor

Nigel Roberts, CISSP

Nigel Roberts is a CISSP-certified cybersecurity advisor and the founder of NexSecure Solutions LLC. He has taught CISSP classes and brings that background to one-on-one sessions, covering domain strategy, study sequencing, resources, and the management mindset the exam demands. He is not offering a course here, but brings that same depth to prep sessions.

Beyond cert prep, his background covers Microsoft 365 hardening, vulnerability management, vCISO advisory, AI governance, and cyber insurance readiness. He built NexSecure from the ground up and understands what it takes to position yourself credibly in this field, whether you are starting out or moving into a senior advisory role.

Mentorship sessions draw on real practitioner experience. Expect direct feedback, honest assessments of where you stand, and clear guidance on what to do next.

Active Certifications

CISSP
CCSP
CompTIA Security+
CompTIA CySA+
CompTIA Network+
CompTIA A+
CompTIA Project+
CompTIA Network Security Professional
CompTIA Security Analytics Professional
CompTIA Network Vulnerability Assessment Professional
CompTIA Secure Infrastructure Specialist
CompTIA IT Operations Specialist
ITIL

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Common Questions

Do I need to be in Maryland to work with you?

No. All sessions are via video call. Mentees are based across the US. If you are in the Bowie, Maryland or DMV area and prefer to meet in person for an initial session, that can be arranged.

What if I am not sure which option is right for me?

Book the free 15-minute intro call. We will talk through your situation and figure out what makes sense. There is no pressure to commit to anything during that call.

Can I focus entirely on CISSP prep?

Yes. CISSP prep is one of the most common reasons people book sessions. Nigel has taught CISSP classes and brings that background to one-on-one sessions , covering domain strategy, study sequencing, resources, and the management mindset the exam demands. Sessions cover what to focus on based on your background, how to approach practice questions, and what to expect on exam day.

I have zero security experience. Is this still useful?

Yes, especially for career changers. A lot of what makes people successful in security is not purely technical. It is how you frame your existing skills, which certifications make sense as entry points, and how to talk to hiring managers. That is exactly what single sessions and the 4-session package are built for.

How is this different from a study group or online course?

It is built around your specific situation, not a generic curriculum. A study group covers the same material for everyone. This covers what you need, where you are weak, and how to move forward given your background and goals. You also get direct access to someone who has done the work professionally, not just studied it.

Book your free intro call today.

15 minutes. No prep needed. Just bring your questions.