nysernet + StormWind Studios
Empowering IT professionals with impactful learning in a dynamic technology landscape.
Whether your team is pursuing certifications, building new skills, or exploring emerging technologies, StormWind courses provide professional, instructor-led learning experiences accessible anytime, anywhere.
The nysernet Advantage
Professional development outcomes are amplified through specialized offerings
Learning Cohort Experience
Turn StormWind training into a shared, peer-driven learning environment connecting you to all nysernet members enrolled in the same course.
Curated Learning Pathways
Exclusive course bundles designed by nysernet education experts to bridge individual skill gaps in the pursuit of your organizational goals.
Certification Courses
Enroll in a single course that leads to and includes a certification exam voucher. You know you are in good hands with StormWind's 90% first-time pass rate.
Upskilling that Meets You Where You Are
A pioneer in digital education, the StormWind platform brings nysernet members:
- Micro-learning segments that work with your busy schedule
- Responsive educators who are happy to continue conversations outside of class
- 12-month access to recordings and other course materials
- Custom-built exam prep to help you focus on the topics that challenge you most
- Option to "test out" of topics and modules for which you have significant prior knowledge
NYSERNet Cohort
Built-in Community + Connection
When multiple nysernet community members enroll in the same course, we create a Learning Cohort designed to enhance your training journey. Through this model, you gain more than a certification - you gain a community of practice.
- Dedicated Slack channel to exchange ideas, ask questions and share resources
- Virtual meetups led by nysernet's Education Services team with guest drop-ins from subject matter experts
- Accountability partners matched with your cohort to keep learning momentum strong by checking in, sharing milestones and helping you apply what you've learned
Learning Pathways
AI Jumpstart
Build foundational AI knowledge, explore hands-on tools, and develop security-aware skills to confidently apply AI in real environments.
- Introduction to AI
- Introduction to Deep Learning Algorithms
- ChatGPT for IT Professionals
- Using the OpenAI Playground
- Working with the OpenAI API
1 credit
Cloud Administration Jumpstart
Develop the technical depth to deploy, secure, and manage today’s hybrid cloud environments.
- CompTIA Cloud
- Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP)
- AWS Cloud Practitioner
- AWS Solutions Architect Associate
- AWS SysOps Administrator Associate
- AZ-900
- AZ-104
- Azure Range
1 credit
Cybersecurity Jumpstart
Prepare your team for modern security threats with a full suite of cybersecurity fundamentals and advanced courses.
- CompTIA Network+
- CompTIA Security+
- Cisco CCNA
- CompTIA CySA+
- Ethical Hacking
- CompTIA PenTest+
- Cyber Range
1 credit
Cybersecurity Leadership Jumpstart
Advance your leadership and governance skills in cybersecurity program management.
- CompTIA Security+
- CompTIA CySA+
- CISSP
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
- Exploring NIST 2.0 Cybersecurity Framework
- Cyber Range
1 credit
Networking Jumpstart
Build a strong networking foundation with hands-on training in infrastructure, IPv6, and performance optimization.
- CompTIA Network+
- Cisco CCNA
- Cisco ENCOR
- Cisco ENARSI
- Wireshark for IT Professionals
- Modern Networking with IPv6
- Microlearning w/ BGP
- Network Range
1 credit
Pen Test Professional
The professional development foundation that prepares your team to get maximum value from penetration testing.
- CompTIA Security+
- Ethical Hacking
- CompTIA PenTest+
- Penetration Testing Linux
- CompTIA Security+ Exam Crash
- Wireshark for IT Professionals
- OpenVAS, Nmap, Wireshark Cyber Ranges
- Secure Coding Labs including Python, Java and C#
1 credit
Project Management Jumpstart
Gain the knowledge and skills needed to attain the Project Management Professional (PMP) credential.
- PM Fundamentals
- Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)
- PMP Official Exam Prep
- Building a Successful Scrum Team
- CompTIA Project+
- ITIL v4 Foundations
- Agile
- Schedule and Scope Management in Waterfall Projects
- Communication Management in Predictive Projects
1 credit
Systems Engineer Jumpstart
Build core Windows, cloud, identity, and automation skills through hands-on labs and real-world scenarios for modern IT environments.
- CompTIA Linux+
- Windows Server 2022 + 2025 Administration
- AZ-800: Administering Windows Server Hybrid Core Infrastructure
- MS-102: Microsoft 365 Administrator
- ITIL v4 Foundations + Exam Crash
- PowerShell Foundations
- Getting Started with Microsoft Graph PowerShell
- Microsoft Range
1 credit
Certification Course + Exam Voucher
12 months of access to any StormWind course.
Includes recorded lessons, labs, instructor support and exam voucher.
| Ethical Hacker (CompTIA PenTest+) |
$2500 or 2.5 credits |
Penetration Testing Professional (CPENT Cert) |
$2500 or 2.5 credits Non-members: $3500 |
| Certified Information Security Systems Professional (CISSP) | $2000 or 2 credits Non-members: $3000 |
Project Management Professional (PMP) | $2000 or 2 credits Non-members: $3000 |
| Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP) | $2000 or 2 credits Non-members: $3000 |
Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) | $2000 or 2 credits Non-members: $3000 |
| CompTIA CASP+ | $2500 or 2.5 credits Non-members: $3500 |
CompTIA Security+ | $2500 or 2.5 credits Non-members: $3500 |
| CompTIA CySA+ | $2500 or 2.5 credits Non-members: $3500 |
Microsoft Security, Compliance and Identity Fundamentals | $2000 or 2 credits Non-members: $3000 |
| CompTIA Network+ | $2000 or 2 credits Non-members: $3000 |
ITIL® v4 Foundation | $2000 or 2 credits Non-members: $3000 |
| MD-102: Endpoint Administrator | $2000 or 2 credits Non-members: $3000 |
PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP)® | $2000 or 2 credits Non-members: $3000 |
Looking for something not listed? All StormWind Courses are available to nysernet members . Email membership@nysernet.org and we'll work with StormWind to develop a pathway or make a course available to you with our discounted pricing.
Community Kudos
“I appreciate nysernet's sponsorship of the CISSP program!
The online-learning portion of the program was very helpful. I feel that it was a great introduction to and overview of the CISSP domains.
For me personally, I needed additional self-study to feel ready for the exam. That's where the nysernet peer cohort really helped. My peers had recommendations for books, test prep software and other resources - but it was their encouragement that tipped the scale for me.
Thank you nysernet! I wouldn't have gotten it done without you."
Gretchen Eliason
Senior Database Administrator | Williams College
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