Zero to Sec

Learn IAM the Way It’s Actually Used in the Real World

Zero to Sec helps career-switchers and early-career professionals master Identity & Access Management through real-world examples, hands-on practice, and guided learning paths, so you can speak confidently about IAM in interviews and on the job.

Who Zero to Sec Is For

For:
• Career switchers exploring IAM
• Early-career security or IT professionals
• People tired of scattered IAM contentNot for:
• People looking for shortcuts
• Advanced IAM architects (yet)
• Those who don’t want to do hands-on work

The Zero to Sec IAM Path

Zero to Sec is designed to take you from beginner to job-ready IAM practitioner through a clear, step-by-step learning path. Each step is designed to move you closer to job-ready IAM confidence.

Foundational IAM Clarity

Understand how IAM actually works, SSO, MFA, directories, protocols — without time wasted.

Real-World Walkthroughs

See IAM concepts applied in real scenarios you’ll recognize from interviews and the job.

Support & Accountability

Learn alongside others on the same path, with guidance when you’re stuck.

Guided Practice & Labs

Build confidence by doing, not just watching.

Multiple live workshops hosted

Build Real IAM Skills (Certs Are a Bonus)

Our study kits and tracks focus on practical IAM skills that translate directly to interviews and on-the-job confidence - aligned with Okta and Microsoft Entra ID certifications.

New to IAM? Start here.

Start learning with free resources, or dive deeper with advanced tracks and guides.

IAM Career Guide

Your starting point for breaking into Identity & Access Management. This free PDF walks you through what IAM is, why it matters, and how to launch your career in it — no prior experience needed.

Workshop #1 Replay

Replay our first live workshop covering the fundamentals of Identity & Access Management, perfect for beginners.

About Zero to Sec

Hi, I’m Blas, a cybersecurity professional with over 15 years of experience at companies like Okta, Cisco (Duo), and Cloudflare. Over the years, I discovered that Identity & Access Management (IAM) isn’t just about controlling access, it’s about enabling trust, reducing risk, and opening doors (literally and figuratively).But I didn’t start with connections, a fancy degree, or a clear path. I had to figure it out the hard way, piecing things together, getting hands-on, and learning from every misstep.That’s why I created Zero to Sec, to be the kind of resource I wish I had when I was starting out. Whether you’re switching careers, just getting curious, or feel completely lost, this space is for you.Zero to Sec is built to provide a clear, structured path into IAM — from first concepts to job-ready confidence.🎯 Our mission:
To remove confusion and gatekeeping from Identity & Access Management and help aspiring practitioners build real, job-ready IAM skills with clarity, confidence, and community.

Start Your IAM Path Today with the Free Guide

Learn how to start your career in Identity & Access Management with the free guide, “Nine Steps to Breaking Into IAM.” Fill out the form below to get your copy.

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IAM Fundamentals — A Live, Small-Group Cohort

For people early in IAM who want structure, clarity, and a realistic path forward.

The Promise

This is a live, instructor-led cohort focused on how IAM actually works in real environments — not tool demos or certification prep.The goal is to help early-career and transitioning professionals understand IAM as a system, develop practitioner-level thinking, and leave with a clear 90-day plan — without bouncing between random certs, tools, or advice.

Who It’s For / Not For

This is for:
• People breaking into IAM
• Early-career IAM practitioners
• Career switchers who want structure
• People tired of fragmented learningThis is not for:
• Advanced IAM engineers looking for deep tool labs
• People who want shortcuts or guarantees
• Anyone expecting prerecorded content

What Makes This Different

• Live, small-group sessions
• Practitioner-focused, not tool-first
• Emphasis on judgment, clarity, and sequencing
• You’ll leave with a clear IAM mental model and a practical 90-day roadmap tailored to your background.

Next Cohort Starts: Thursday, February 5, 2026
Time: 6:00–7:30 PM CT
Format: Live, instructor-led (90 minutes/week for 6 weeks)
Price: $599 (Founding Cohort)
Seats: Limited to 12 participants to keep sessions interactive👇👇👇👇

Limited seats. Enrollment is first come, first served.
This is the only founding cohort at this price.

Built from years of real-world IAM experience and hundreds of public IAM discussions

Led by Blas

IAM practitioner with 16+ years designing and operating real-world identity systems — including Okta, Cisco (Duo), and Cloudflare.
This cohort is built from hands-on experience designing, operating, and troubleshooting IAM in production environments — not just certifications or tool demos.
You’ll learn how IAM decisions actually get made in real organizations, and how to think like a practitioner early in your career.

Have a question before enrolling?
Email me at [email protected]