Cybersecurity:
Every Step of the Way
Where Passion meets Purpose to build Secure Futures.
WE’RE SECURE TECH ACADEMY
Learn enterprise-ready cybersecurity skills from a GRC & Risk professional with 10+ years in the industry. Daily insights, free resources, and premium courses designed to grow with you—every step of the way.
Passion. Security. Purpose.
That’s not just a tagline — it’s the driving force behind everything we do at Secure Tech Academy.
About Us
Founded by cybersecurity professional and CISM-certified strategist Aaron Narayan, Secure Tech Academy was created to bridge the gap between knowledge and confidence in cybersecurity. Whether you're new to IT or aiming to lead in security and compliance, we’re here to equip you with the tools, training, and mindset to succeed — with purpose.
We don’t believe in gatekeeping.
We don’t believe in bloated courses or fear-based marketing.
We believe in clarity, community, and real-world readiness.
Mini Courses
Free on YouTube
Ready to build a strong cybersecurity foundation without spending a dime? Our free course series covers essential topics like Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC), risk assessments, business continuity planning, cloud security with AWS, data regulations like HIPAA and GDPR, and core Linux commands. Whether you're new to the field or brushing up for your next certification, these beginner-friendly lessons are packed with real-world value — no fluff, just practical guidance.
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Dive into the fundamentals of Governance, Risk Management, and Compliance (GRC) with this easy-to-follow course designed for aspiring cybersecurity professionals. Learn how businesses structure their security programs, enforce compliance policies, and manage enterprise risk — all in one beginner-friendly series.
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Discover how to perform a professional risk assessment using real-world examples and step-by-step guidance. You'll explore common frameworks, build a risk register, prioritize threats, and apply controls — making this course perfect for roles in security, auditing, and compliance.
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Learn how to create a Business Continuity Plan (BCP) from the ground up, including business impact analysis, recovery strategies, and disaster response. This course is ideal for security managers, IT teams, and anyone responsible for keeping operations running during disruptions.
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Understand the core principles of cloud security through the lens of Amazon Web Services (AWS). You’ll explore topics like access management, encryption, cloud-native controls, and the shared responsibility model — essential for cloud professionals and exam candidates alike.
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Unpack the most important security and privacy regulations shaping the tech industry. This mini course covers the core requirements of HIPAA, GDPR, and CCPA, plus how they impact data handling, breach response, and compliance strategy in modern organizations.
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Build a solid command-line foundation with this quick-start guide to Linux. Whether you're prepping for CompTIA exams or entering a sysadmin or SOC role, you'll gain confidence in navigating files, managing permissions, and executing the essential commands used by IT pros daily.
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Premium Courses
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This complete Security+ training program goes beyond surface-level concepts and teaches you how to think like a security professional. With real-world scenarios, threat analysis practice, and in-depth coverage of cryptography, network security, and compliance, you’ll be ready for the exam — and the job.
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Elevate your leadership skills with a course built for aspiring CISOs and information security managers. You’ll learn how to align security initiatives with business objectives, implement governance structures, assess and respond to risk, and manage enterprise-level security programs effectively.
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This course helps you bridge the gap between technical risk and business strategy. Learn how to identify and evaluate risk scenarios, select effective controls, and report clearly to executives and stakeholders. Perfect for future risk officers, auditors, and governance professionals.
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Whether you’re pursuing ISACA’s CISA certification or building real auditing skills, this course teaches you how to evaluate systems, assess control effectiveness, and ensure information assurance across IT environments. Designed for professionals aiming to lead in audit, compliance, and control.
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Join the Secure Tech Academy email list and get instant access to a powerful toolkit of resources designed to help you launch or level up your cybersecurity career. Whether you're diving into GRC, cloud, compliance, or analysis, these tools will help you build real-world confidence fast.
Free Resources for Aspiring Security Pros
What You’ll Get When You Join
10 Must-Know Security Concepts — A beginner-friendly PDF covering leadership, compliance, risk, and governance fundamentals.
Mini GRC Toolkit — Real templates including a Business Impact Analysis (BIA), editable risk register, and sample policies (Acceptable Use, InfoSec, etc.).
Security Acronym Cheat Sheet — A quick-reference glossary to decode industry jargon.
Career Path Planner — A visual guide to cybersecurity roles, certification tracks, and advancement options.
5-Minute Daily Checklist — A simple habit tracker to keep your progress on track — even on busy days.
OUR MISSION
To make cybersecurity education accessible, empowering, and deeply purposeful — so that more people can confidently enter, grow in, and lead within one of the world’s most important industries.
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Built by Experience, Backed by Heart
Notes from our founder
Aaron Narayan built this academy after years of working in governance, risk, compliance, IT, and security architecture — across startups, healthcare, and financial services. His teaching style blends real-world experience with clear, motivating instruction designed to meet learners where they are.
Contact us.
SecureTechAcademy@Outlook.com
(949) 378-6273
Orange County
CA, 92648
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