About BlackStride Cyber Academy
Building future-ready professionals through real-world Cybersecurity, Cloud & AI training.
Our Story
BlackStride Cyber was founded on nearly two decades of combined professional experience, passion, and an unwavering curiosity for technology. Our founders—seasoned experts in cybersecurity, cloud, and AI—began their journeys the same way many learners do; fueled by the excitement of discovery, constantly challenging themselves through certification exams, hands-on labs, and real-world problem-solving.
Throughout their careers, they shared knowledge with peers, mentored aspiring professionals, and embraced every opportunity to learn something new. But as they engaged more with students, IT practitioners, and career-shifters, they saw a persistent challenge that many struggled to overcome.
Talented individuals weren’t landing jobs—not because they lacked potential, but because they lacked experience, structured guidance, and accessible, affordable, high-quality training.
Many learners were held back by:
- Limited exposure to real-world environments
- Training programs that were either expensive or outdated
- A lack of practical, industry-aligned skills
- Unclear pathways to achieve career readiness
This realization became the driving force behind BlackStride Cyber.
To address these challenges, we designed training pathways that empower learners with both skills and experience—without the overwhelming financial burden.
Today, BlackStride Cyber stands for one mission:
To make Cybersecurity, Cloud, and AI skills accessible, practical, and career-shaping for everyone.
Our Mission
At BlackStride Cyber, our mission is to empower learners by making cybersecurity, cloud, and AI education accessible, practical, and transformative. We are committed to raising awareness about the importance of digital security and emerging technologies—ensuring that individuals, organizations, and communities are better prepared for the challenges of the digital world.
We strive to equip students with real-world skills, hands-on experience, and industry-aligned knowledge, enabling them to confidently pursue careers in cybersecurity, cloud engineering, and artificial intelligence. Through immersive training, applied learning, and virtual internship programs, we help learners bridge the gap between theory and practice, preparing them for meaningful roles in today’s workforce.
Beyond training, the academy is driven by a deeper purpose:
to build communities of passionate learners, innovators, and future leaders who share a commitment to continuous growth, responsible technology use, and contributing positively to society.
Our Vision
Our vision is to help place the Philippines on the global map as a leading source of world-class talent in Cybersecurity, Cloud, and Artificial Intelligence.
BlackStride Cyber strives to empower Filipinos with exceptional technical mastery, real-world experience, and the confidence to innovate, so they can compete, excel, and lead on the world stage.
We envision a future where Filipino IT professionals are recognized not only for their skills but also for their creativity, resilience, and ability to spark ideas that advance technology and uplift communities.
We also aspire to build a name, a culture, and a credential that every student, badge earner, and certificate holder will carry with pride — a symbol of excellence, integrity, and responsibility.
Our Core Values
Shaping professionals who are skilled, ethical, and trusted
The BlackStride Core Statement
At BlackStride Cyber, integrity is our anchor. We learn with purpose, act with responsibility, collaborate with empathy, and innovate ethically. We strive for excellence while staying humble, and we build a community where every learner grows — not just as professionals, but as people who want to make the world safer.