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BMCC Cybersecurity Mentorship Program
The Center for Continuing Education and
Workforce Development at BMCC

Mentorship Program with Employment Opportunities

The BMCC Cybersecurity WhiteHat Program, in partnership with Terranova Defense Solutions Incorporated and the Cyber Security Global Alliance, offers a unique pathway for aspiring cybersecurity professionals to become certified mentors and gain meaningful employment in the global cyber defense sector.

Program Overview

Mentors are selected through a rigorous process involving interviews, language proficiency, and completion of the 43-week Cybersecurity WhiteHat Program. Upon successful graduation with a minimum 80% average, mentors are employed through Terranova Defense Solutions or BMCC’s Center for Continuing Education and Workforce Development.

Mentor Responsibilities

Lead regional cohorts of cybersecurity students.
Recruit students within their designated region (state/province/country).
Provide mentorship, guidance, and technical support throughout the program.
Report directly to the Lead Mentor as listed on your contractual agreement.

Mentor Benefits

For all pre-approved potential Regional Mentorship inductees, the Cybersecurity WhiteHat Program cost will be removed. The only costs that the mentor inductee will incur are the book and CompTIA Security+ certification and test costs, which are required for passing the program.
Base Salary + Commission: Mentors can earn upwards of $100,000 USD annually, depending on their work as a Regional Mentor, including student recruitment and program engagement.
5-Year Employment Agreement: Mentor graduates who successfully complete all levels of their commitment to BMCC-CSGA-TERRANNOVA will be offered a 5-year employment contract to work as a Regional Mentor for future Cybersecurity WhiteHat Programs in the country/state/province/territory of your recruitment.
If you take the Cybersecurity WhiteHat Program and FAIL the program, you will be able to REDO the segment you failed only once. If you FAIL a second time, your application to work as a mentor will be revoked. Additionally, as a student, if you fail any part of the program, you will be able to redo the segment you failed from the beginning. A second failure will revoke your job placement status, as our employers who will recruit you will meet with you, and it is our mutual agreement that you MUST pass all parts of the program as a condition of your enrollment in our program.
Global Recognition: Mentors are part of a certified international network endorsed by the U.S. Department of Commerce and supported by leading organizations in AI, cybersecurity, and education.
Language Requirement: Mentors must be bilingual—English plus the local language of their region (unless operating in an English-only country).

Mentor Selection Panel

Mentors are selected by a panel of experts:

The Mentor Selection Panel plays a critical role in identifying, evaluating, and approving qualified candidates to become mentors in the BMCC Cybersecurity WhiteHat Program. This panel ensures that all mentors meet the highest standards of professionalism, technical expertise, and regional representation.

Panel Purpose

To uphold the integrity and global reach of the Cybersecurity WhiteHat Program by selecting mentors who:

Demonstrate strong cybersecurity and mentoring capabilities.
Are bilingual (English + regional language).
Commit to a 5-year employment term.
Align with the program’s mission and values.

Panel Members

The selection panel consists of five distinguished leaders from academia, cybersecurity, and educational innovation:

Selection Process

Nomination or Application: Applicants and Mentors may be nominated by BMCC-CSGA-TERRANOVA Executive Board Members only. You may apply online directly through the BMCC Cybersecurity WhiteHat Program portal https://bmcc-cyberprogram.com or by email: mentor-recruitment@csga-global.org
Initial Review: A select panel will review your qualifications, education, company, resume or cv, and language proficiencies for your regional assignment.
An Interview with Lead Mentor: All Applicants and Mentors must undergo a formal interview with the Lead Mentor before their application can be approved.
Panel Evaluation: The Select Panel above will then evaluate your interview results with the Lead Mentor for Program and Mentorship Readiness. The final decision on your advancement will be made by the panel by email.
Final Approval: If you are approved to join as a potential mentor, some conditions will apply. You will be notified by email with those conditions, as not every application is the same and requires proper oversight to make sure you are right got our 43-week mentor training program.

Criteria for Mentorship Employment Selection

Minimum of two languages spoken (English + regional language).
Demonstrated experience in cybersecurity or IT.
Proven mentoring or teaching background.
Commitment to complete the full 43-week program.
Willingness to work under a mentor's supervision and follow the program and procedure protocols.

Post-Selection Responsibilities

Complete the mentor training program with a minimum 80% pass rate.
Recruit and mentor students in their designated region.
Represent the program and its values internationally.
Maintain active communication with your Lead Mentor and the Program team.

Application Process

Interested candidates must:

Apply through bmcc-cyberprogram.com.
Undergo an online virtual interview on Zoom or Teams.
Complete the full 43-week program.
Achieve an 80% pass rate.
Receive final approval from the selection panel and Terranova Defense Solutions.

Commission Opportunities for Regional Mentors

Mentors and contributors who recruit paid students will receive commissions after the 30-day refund period. Details will be finalized in detail with all stakeholders if you receive an employment contract upon completion of the BMCC Cybersecurity WhiteHat Program.