About us
We’re shaping the future of cyber security
We are CAPSLOCK
We deliver award‑winning, life‑changing cyber security and digital skills training that helps adults build meaningful new careers and gain the capabilities they need for the future. Through our expert‑led programmes, we strengthen the UK’s cyber security posture by developing a more diverse, sustainable and resilient workforce. Whether you’re reskilling, upskilling, or empowering your teams, we’re here to help people thrive in a fast‑moving digital world and future‑proof their careers.
Meet the founders: Andrea & Lorna
Our values
As a mission‑driven, social impact organisation, our values shape everything we do
Inclusive
We believe opportunity should be open to everyone, without exception
Authentic
We are honest, transparent and true to our purpose in everything we do
Innovative
We challenge convention and continuously seek better ways to create impact
Credible
We earn trust through expertise, integrity and consistently high standards
Inspirational
We believe in encouraging ambition, optimism and positive change
Partnered & accredited
We're backed and partnered with the best
CIISec
Our Ce-CSP course is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Information Security.
Crest
We're a Crest Approved training provider.
UK Cyber Security Council
We're partnered with the UK Cyber Security Council.
ISO 27001
We're ISO 27001 accredited.
Cyber Essentials
We're Cyber Essentials Plus certified,
Armed Forces Covenant
We've received the Employer Recognition Scheme Bronze Award
Our story
CAPSLOCK was founded in 2019 with a clear and simple belief: the cyber security industry needed new routes in, and education had to change to meet the reality of an increasingly digital world. Built by leaders with deep experience across cyber security, academia and industry, CAPSLOCK was created to challenge traditional barriers to entry and open up opportunities for people from all backgrounds.
After years of designing and delivering recognised cyber security programmes, our founders saw too many talented people excluded by academic requirements, financial constraints and narrow definitions of who belonged in tech. CAPSLOCK was created to do things differently, by combining real‑world industry insight with practical, inclusive education that focuses on potential, not privileged starting points.
We launched our first learner cohort in 2021, delivering an approach grounded in hands‑on, team‑based learning that reflects how cyber security actually works in practice. Since then, we’ve supported over 1,300 learners to build new skills, confidence and careers, while working closely with employers to strengthen the UK’s cyber workforce.
Today, CAPSLOCK partners with individuals, organisations and industry leaders to deliver award‑winning training that changes lives and strengthens national cyber resilience. From reskilling adults into new careers, to upskilling teams and developing diverse talent pipelines, our story continues to be shaped by one goal: creating meaningful opportunity while building a stronger, more inclusive future for cyber security.
Meet our founders
Dr Andrea Cullen MBE
Andrea is a passionate advocate for making cyber security education accessible to everyone. With a background spanning GCHQ‑certified academia, C‑Suite expertise, and over a decade shaping digital skills, Andrea has dedicated her career to opening pathways for people traditionally excluded from the tech sector. She designed CAPSLOCK’s award‑winning curriculum to replace traditional academic barriers with practical, team‑based learning that reflects real industry needs, helping thousands of adults retrain into meaningful, future‑proof careers.
Alongside her work at CAPSLOCK, Andrea plays an influential role in strengthening the UK cyber ecosystem as Chair of DiSH Manchester and through advisory positions with universities, industry bodies and government groups. A highly respected speaker and mentor, she is known for making complex security topics relatable and empowering underrepresented communities to build confidence, stay safe online, and become active contributors to the digital workforce. Andrea’s leadership continues to elevate cyber security from a niche technical concern to a shared societal responsibility.
Lorna Armitage MBE
Lorna is one of the UK’s leading voices in cyber security education, workforce development and diversity in tech. With over 15 years of experience spanning strategic consulting, academic innovation, and entrepreneurship, Lorna has played a pivotal role in reshaping how adults access and enter the cyber industry. She has designed GCHQ‑certified programmes, held interim CISO roles, and built nationally recognised workforce solutions that tackle the UK’s critical cyber skills shortage.
A passionate advocate for inclusion, Lorna has dedicated her career to removing barriers into cyber, from pioneering accessible funding models to championing initiatives that support women, career‑changers and underrepresented groups. She brings technical depth together with education expertise to create programmes that are practical, hands‑on and aligned with real industry needs. Beyond CAPSLOCK, Lorna serves on national advisory boards including the Cyber Growth Partnership Board and the Cyber Resilience Centre for London, shaping policy and collaborating with industry leaders to strengthen the UK’s cyber workforce. Her work has made a lasting impact on diversity, professional pathways and the future of cyber security in the UK.
Our proudest achievements
Recognition that reflects our commitment to impact, quality and inclusion
Education, Training and Development Award
Best Cyber Company for Diversity
Most Inspiring Women in Cyber
Excellence in Impact
Tech Start-Up of the Year
Best Online Distance Learning Programme
Cyber Den
Most Innovative Cyber Security SME
