Rating
★★★★★
1 to 5 stars · 10 domains
The Methodology
How your TPS is scored.
Your TPS places you at one of five stages of professional growth, weighted across 10 domains of workplace readiness. An honest read on where you stand and what to do next.
Step 1
The 5‑Star Rating System
Five stages of professional growth. Each stage tells you exactly where you are, and what comes next.
★★★★★
1 Star
Inspired Tech Worker℠
The Reality Check Stage
Early in the journey with strong motivation but limited practice. TPS directs you to foundational coaching and exposure to real environments.
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2 Stars
Aware Tech Worker℠
The Conceptual Connection Stage
You see how things fit together and can handle tasks with guidance, building toward independent productivity.
★★★★★
3 Stars
Rising Tech Worker℠
The Value Inflection Point
You contribute more value than you cost in supervision and can deliver work independently, meeting the bar for many entry roles.
★★★★★
4 Stars
Enabling Tech Worker℠
The Multiplier Stage
Consistent high performer who enables others, improves team output, and builds a strong professional reputation.
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5 Stars
Tech Worker Velzy Ninja℠
The Elite Stage
Mastery across technical, tactical, and professional domains, sought after by teams and shaping how work gets done.
Step 2
The 10 TPS Domains
A complete picture of workplace readiness, beyond credentials. Together, these domains answer the real question: can you perform in a tech job?
01
Getting Started
Intentional engagement and goal‑setting at the beginning of your tech journey.
02
Business & Professional Experience
Work history, reliability, and understanding workplace dynamics.
03
High‑Tech Training Experience
Structured learning through programs like CyberForward Academy.
04
Academic Experience
Formal education, persistence, and measurable outcomes.
05
Team & Communication
Collaboration and clear communication across teams and levels.
06
Execution & Technology
Hands‑on delivery quality and speed. Can you actually do the work?
07
Learning & Domain
Depth in your specialty (e.g., cybersecurity) and adjacent technologies.
08
Leadership & Teaching
Leading teams, teaching others, and contributing to the field.
09
Human & Situational
Resilience, well‑being, and environments that sustain high performance.
10
Ecosystem Awareness
Understanding industry landscape, trends, and interconnections.
Step 3
How the 10 domains combine
Each of the 10 TPS domains is scored individually based on your responses about coursework, work experience, training, hands‑on practice, and professional behaviors. Your overall star rating reflects your weighted performance across all 10.
A strong score in technical execution does not fully offset a gap in communication or ecosystem awareness. Today’s roles require all of them. Every job is a tech job, and TPS measures the full picture.
The result: you don’t just see a number. You see exactly which domains are pulling your score up and which are holding it back, so your next move is obvious.
After your score
Your tailored next steps
Your TPS report includes recommendations mapped to your current level.
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CyberForward Training
Close identified skill gaps with structured learning.
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TalentSplit Projects
Real‑world experience that moves you up the readiness scale.
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Continuous Development
Tools to stay current as the field evolves.
Re‑take TPS any time to measure your progress.
Frequently Asked Questions
How is my TPS score calculated?
Your score is determined by your responses across all 10 TPS domains, weighted to reflect what roles actually require. The result is a 1‑to‑5 star rating with a breakdown of your performance in each domain.
How long does the assessment take?
Under 20 minutes.
What does the assessment cost?
$8.99 for your full personalized report.
Can my score change?
Yes. TPS is a living score. As you gain training, experience, and project work, you can re‑take the assessment to track your growth.
Can I share my TPS score with employers?
Yes. Your report is yours to share. Many candidates use it to demonstrate diagnostic self‑awareness, a quality employers value.
Get Your TPS Rating
Find out where you stand.
All 10 domains. Under 20 minutes. $8.99.