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• Faculty Development Academy: CISA - Certified Information Systems Auditor

  • Start
    Mon, April 22, 2024
  •  
    8:00 AM
  • End
    Fri, April 26, 2024
  •  
    2:00 PM
  • Location
    Virtual

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  Faculty Development Academy:

  CISA: Certified Information Systems Auditor

  Virtual | April 22-26 2024
  8AM - 2PM Pacific / 9AM - 3PM Mountain / 10AM - 4PM Central / 11AM - 5PM Eastern

  This workshop is also offered August 5-9, 2024
  

  

  Who Should Attend:
  

  This workshop is funded and tailored specifically for community and technical college faculty members wishing to expand their knowledge, earn an industry certification, and strengthen their ability to incorporate new cybersecurity content in their community college curriculum. This workshop is not intended for students or other non-faculty participants.
  

  About the Workshop: 

  Validate your expertise and get the leverage you need to move up in your teaching career. With a Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) certification, you can do just that. CISA is world-renowned as the standard of achievement for those who audit, control, monitor and assess an organization’s information technology and business systems.

  CISA certification is foundational to a successful IT career. If you are an entry-level to mid-career professional, CISA can showcase your expertise and assert your ability to apply a risk-based approach to planning, executing, and reporting on audit engagements. Gain instant credibility in your interactions with internal stakeholders, regulators, external auditors, and customers.

  CISA provides a valid and reliable means for enterprises to identify technologists who are competent in incorporating privacy by design into technology platforms, products and processes, communicating with legal professionals, and keeping the organization compliant efficiently and cost effectively. 

  Stipend:

  Eligible community college faculty who successfully pass the CISA certification exam will receive a stipend toward the cost of the certification.

  To be eligible for the stipend, you must:

  • Currently teach college credit courses (full-time or adjunct) at a regionally accredited U.S. community or technical college
  • Provide evidence that you passed the certification exam, such as a copy of the certification or exam report
  • Provide a current W9 tax form to the NCyTE Center

  

  Facilitators:

  • Kyle Jones - Sinclair Community College
  • Mike Qaissaunee - Brookdale Community College
  • Jiri Jirik - Moraine Valley Community College

  
  

  

  
  

      This event is funded by a National Science Foundation grant # 2054724

  
  

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• CyAD: Registration Information Session

  • When
    Mon, April 22, 2024
  •  
    3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
  • Location
    Virtual

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  Registration Information Session

  Confused by the two-step registration and payment process for the CyAD conference year?  Wondering how to register and pay for someone else who is attending?  We’ve got you covered!  Join us for a live demonstration of the registration and payment process followed by an interactive Q&A session.

  
  

  
  

  CyAD Conference Information

  June 12-13
  Moraine Valley Community College
  9000 College Pkwy, Palos Hills, IL 60465

  Visit CyAD Conference: Cybersecurity Across Disciplines | NCyTE Center for a full description and link to registration.

  
  

  

  
  

      This event is funded by a National Science Foundation grant # 2054724

  
  

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• Securing the Next Generation of Technology Workers

  • When
    Wed, April 24, 2024
  •  
    3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
  • Location
    Whatcom Community College, Heiner Center (Room 209)

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  April 24 |  3 pm to 6 pm
  Whatcom Community College
  Heiner Center (Room 209)
  Bellingham, WA

  
  

  Unlock the Future: Join us at Whatcom Community College to shape tomorrow's tech leaders.

  Leaders from Industry and academia from across the region will converge to discuss cybersecurity workforce needs, WCC graduates' talent, and building resilient hiring pipelines. Hear from regional cybersecurity leaders from Microsoft, Boeing, Chipotle, and more, about cutting-edge security strategies, highlighting the value of hiring community college graduates to close tech workforce gaps.  

  Don’t miss this chance to network with regional cybersecurity leaders and WCC’s cyber talent.

  Agenda

  2:30 pm Check-in

  3:00 pm Welcome

  3:30 pm Keynote Speaker

  4:00 pm Panel Discussion

  5:00 pm Light Refreshments & Networking

  Local and state business employers, career specialists, educators, and students should attend.
  

  Moderator

  

  Stephen Miller | NCyTE Co-Principal Investigator, Eastern New Mexico University - Ruidoso Branch Community College

  
  

  

  The National Cybersecurity Training and Education Center (NCyTE) at Whatcom
  Community College (WCC) is an Advanced Technological Education (ATE) National Center, grant-funded by the National Science Foundation (NSF) grant # 2054724.

  
  

  

  The Cybersecurity Center of Excellence (CCoE) is one of twelve centers in Washington state, funded through the State Board of Community & Technical Colleges and hosted at Whatcom Community College. 

  Whatcom Community College,  the Cybersecurity Center of Excellence (CCoE) of Washington State, and the NCyTE Center are sponsoring the event.
  

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• Faculty Development Academy: CISSP: Certified Information Systems Security Professional

  • Start
    Mon, April 29, 2024
  •  
    8:00 AM
  • End
    Fri, May 03, 2024
  •  
    2:00 PM
  • Location
    Virtual

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  Faculty Development Academy:

  CISSP: Certified Information Systems Security Professional

  Virtual | April 29 - May 3, 2024
  8AM - 2PM Pacific / 9AM - 3PM Mountain / 10AM - 4PM Central / 11AM - 5PM Eastern

  

  Who Should Attend:
  

  This workshop is funded and tailored specifically for community and technical college faculty members wishing to expand their knowledge, earn an industry certification, and strengthen their ability to incorporate new cybersecurity content in their community college curriculum. This workshop is not intended for students or other non-faculty participants.

  Learn more about CISSP Experience Requirements.

  About the Workshop: 

  Earning the CISSP proves you have what it takes to effectively design, implement, and manage a best-in-class cybersecurity program. With a CISSP, you validate your expertise and become an (ISC)² member, unlocking a broad array of exclusive resources, educational tools, and peer-to-peer networking opportunities.

  This course provides all student materials, flash cards and the CISSP CBK. As an (ISC)² Global Academic Program (GAP) Member, CSSIA will be offering the CISSP – Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) training. This training course will review and refresh your information security knowledge and help identify areas you may need to study for the CISSP exam. The CISSP exam tests one’s competence in the ten CISSP domains of the (ISC)² CBK, which cover critical topics in security today, including risk management, cloud computing, mobile security, application development security and more; it is one of the most sought-after certifications in today’s information security industry. Instruction will also utilize labs developed that align with the NSA Knowledge Units.

  Stipend:

  Eligible community college faculty who successfully pass the CISSP certification exam will receive a stipend toward the cost of the certification.

  To be eligible for the stipend, you must:

  • Currently teach college credit courses (full-time or adjunct) at a regionally accredited U.S. community or technical college
  • Provide evidence that you passed the certification exam, such as a copy of the certification or exam report
  • Provide a current W9 tax form to the NCyTE Center

  

  Facilitators:

  • Dr. John Sands, Co-PI of NCyTE and Director of the Center for Systems Security and Information Assurance (CSSIA) and professor at Moraine Valley Community College in Chicago, and his team of expert instructors will lead the workshop.

  • Kevin Vaccaro has over thirty years of experience in information technology, cyber defense, and computer forensics. Kevin is a full-time tenured faculty member and program lead for the MVCC IT Security Specialist programs.

  

  

  
  

      This event is funded by a National Science Foundation grant # 2054724

  
  

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• Houston Community College Cybersecurity Luncheon

  • When
    Wed, May 01, 2024
  •  
    10:00 AM - 2:00 PM (CDT)
  • Location
    Houston Community College - West Houston Institute Auditorium, 2811 Hayes Rd., Houston, Texas 77018

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  Houston Community College Cybersecurity Luncheon
  May 1, 2024

  10:00 am - 2:00 pm CST

  Houston Community College -  West Houston Institute Auditorium

  The West Houston Institute Auditorium

  2811 Hayes Road, Houston, Texas 77081

  
  

  Join us for Houston Community College’s Cybersecurity Luncheon event, with the theme of Cyber Careers! The event will bring together students, faculty, and professionals to discuss the latest Cybersecurity trends, and how students can get into that field.

  You will hear from the National Cybersecurity Training and Education Center (NCyTE), the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and many other organizations. Current students and alumni will share their stories and journeys. We will have a panel featuring industry professionals and another featuring our students. Come ready to network, share, and collaborate! Employers, you are welcome to join us!

  The event is free, and lunch will be provided thanks to a sponsorship from NCyTE and the National Science Foundation (NSF). We welcome donations to support our student scholarships and our Cybersecurity student club! Contact Kristina Perez kristina.perez@hccs.edu for more information. These donations are tax-deductible and go a long way in impacting our community.

  Event Agenda

  
  

  10am – 11am – Registration/Networking/Lunch

  11am – 11:15am – Welcome and highlight NCyte 

  11:15am – 11:30am – Welcome from CISA 

  11:45am – 12:30pm – Industry Professionals / Faculty panel

  12:45pm – 1:30pm – Student panel

  1:30pm – 2:00pm – Networking/Close

  Follow our Cybersecurity student club on LinkedIn and other social media platforms: https://linktr.ee/dit.sec

  HCC’s Cyber Center page can be found at //hccs.edu/cyber

  

  Event Facilitator:

   Dr. Stephen Miller, NCyTE Co-PI, tenured Professor and Director Cybersecurity Center of Excellence at ENMU- Ruidoso Community College. 

  
  

  

  

  
  

  This event is funded by a National Science Foundation grant #2054724 awarded to Whatcom Community College.

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• Faculty Development Academy: CISM: Certified Information Security Manager

  • Start
    Mon, May 06, 2024
  •  
    8:00 AM
  • End
    Fri, May 10, 2024
  •  
    2:00 PM
  • Location
    Virtual

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  Faculty Development Academy:

  CISM: Certified Information Security Manager

  Virtual | May 6-10, 2024
  8AM - 2PM Pacific / 9AM - 3PM Mountain / 10AM - 4PM Central / 11AM - 5PM Eastern

  

  Who Should Attend:
  

  This workshop is funded and tailored specifically for community and technical college faculty members wishing to expand their knowledge, earn an industry certification, and strengthen their ability to incorporate new cybersecurity content in their community college curriculum. This workshop is not intended for students or other non-faculty participants.

  About the Workshop: 

  ISACA’s Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) certification indicates expertise in information security governance, program development and management, incident management and risk management. If you are a mid-career IT professional aspiring to senior management roles in IT security and control, CISM can get you the visibility you need.

  The CISM certification is for those with technical expertise and experience in IS/IT security and control and wants to make the move from team player to manager. CISM can add credibility and confidence to your interactions with internal and external stakeholders, peers and regulators.

  This certification brings credibility to your team and ensures alignment between the organization's information security program and its broader goals and objectives. CISM can validate your team’s commitment to compliance, security and integrity and increase customer retention!

  Stipend:

  Eligible community college faculty who successfully pass the CISM certification exam will receive a stipend toward the cost of the certification.

  To be eligible for the stipend, you must:

  • Currently teach college credit courses (full-time or adjunct) at a regionally accredited U.S. community or technical college
  • Provide evidence that you passed the certification exam, such as a copy of the certification or exam report
  • Provide a current W9 tax form to the NCyTE Center

  

  Facilitators:

  • Michael Qaissaunee, Brookdale Community College
  • Kyle Jones, Sinclair Community College
  • Jiri Jirik, Ivy Tech Community College

  
  

  

  
  

      This event is funded by a National Science Foundation grant # 2054724

  
  

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• CAE-CD Program Development & CAE Designation Workshop

  • When
    Wed, May 08, 2024
  •  
    8:30 AM - 5:00 PM (EDT)
  • Location
    Nova Southeastern University
  • Spaces left
    27

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  May 8, 2024 | 8:30 am - 4:00 pm
  Nova Southeastern University

  The CAE Candidates National Center (CCNC) in partnership with the Peer Review Center is hosting a Program Development and CAE Designation Workshop on May 8, 2024 at Nova Southeastern University.

  WORKSHOP TOPICS 

  • How to utilize national standards (NICE, CAE) to develop or improve a cybersecurity program.
  • Steps to develop a cybersecurity program including cost estimates and curriculum resources.
  • Funding sources for proposed or existing cybersecurity programs.
  • Tips and resources for a successful grant proposal.
  • Overview of the National Security Agency (NSA) Program of Study (PoS) validation and CAE designation application process. 

  WHO SHOULD ATTEND

  Faculty and administrators from regionally accredited institutions that don't have a cybersecurity program or have a program that has not earned the CAE (Centers of Academic Excellence) Designation are eligible to attend.

  Contact Stephen Troupe if you have questions. STroupe@whatcom.edu  

  TRAVEL STIPEND

  Limited number of travel stipend are available for each eligible institution. If multiple people are attending the workshop, please coordinate your travel stipend requests. Funds will be awarded on a first-come, first-served basis and may not be equitably divided among each applicant at your institution.

  You must complete the registration process before submitting a travel request. Please note that by submitting a travel agreement, you are not guaranteed funding and therefore should not incur any expenses before receiving approval. 

  Send the travel funding request to Stephen Troupe. Travel Funding Request Form May 8, 2024.docx

  PRESENTERS

  Chris Rondeau
  Professor of Network Security at Bossier Parish Community College

  

  This event is funded by a NCAE Program Office grant #H98230-20-1-0294 which is part of the NSA, and a National Science Foundation grant #1902329.

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• CAE-Cyber Defense (CD) Mentor and Peer Reviewer Workshop

  • Start
    Wed, May 08, 2024
  •  
    8:30 AM (EDT)
  • End
    Thu, May 09, 2024
  •  
    4:00 PM (EDT)
  • Location
    Nova Southeastern University
  • Spaces left
    0

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  CAE Candidates Program, in collaboration with the Peer Reviewing Center, is pleased to announce an upcoming in-person CAE-CD Mentor & Peer Reviewer Workshop at Nova Southeastern University. This 2 day event will host the following:

  • Day 1, CAE-CD Designation workshop,  and
  • Day 2, CAE-CD and CAE-CO Mentor and Peer Review Training

  Workshop Overview:

  Day 1 (May 8, 2024): Dedicated to CAE-CD Program Development and Designation Workshop.

  • Relevant only CAE-CD focused institutions.
  • Program development methods for new CAE-CD programs.  
  • Review the program of study validation and CAE designation requirements.

  Day 2 (May 9, 2024): Tailored for CAE-CD and CAE-CO Mentors, Pre-submission Review, and Peer Reviewer.

  • Relevant for both CAE-CD and CO institutions.
  •  Will provide annual mentor, pre-submission review, and peer review training (participation stipends available for each workshop)
  • Will allow hands on experience completing a peer review or pre-submission review.
  • After completing day 2, you will be added to our active Mentor / peer reviewer list.

  To be considered for travel funding and workshop participation must complete the following:

  • Register for the event by April 21, 2023.
  • Submit the Travel Funding Request Form Travel Funding Request Form May 8-9, 2024.docx to Stephen Troupe at STroupe@whatcom.edu by April 26, 2024.
  • Do not make travel arrangements until travel has been approved.
  • Bring your own laptop to the workshop.

  Note: Mentors and peer reviewers are eligible for one workshop participation stipend per year.

  Please do not distribute. All approved attendees have received an invitation. 

  For questions, please contact:

  Stephen Troupe - Director 

  STroupe@whatcom.edu

  

  This event is funded by a NCAE Program Office grant #H98230-20-1-0294 which is part of the NSA, and a National Science Foundation grant #1902329.

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• CAE-Cyber Operations (CO) Mentor and Peer Reviewer Workshop

  • When
    Thu, May 09, 2024
  •  
    9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (EDT)
  • Location
    Nova Southeastern University
  • Spaces left
    8

  Register

  

  CAE Candidates Program, in collaboration with the Peer Reviewing Center, is pleased to announce an upcoming in-person CAE-CO Mentor & Peer Reviewer Workshop at Nova Southeastern University. 

  Workshop Overview:

  May 9, 2024 - CAE-CO Mentors, Pre-submission Review, and Peer Reviewer.

  •  Will provide annual mentor, pre-submission review, and peer review training (participation stipends available for each workshop)
  • Will allow hands on experience completing a peer review or pre-submission review.
  • After completing day 2, you will be added to our active Mentor / peer reviewer list.

  To be considered for travel funding, workshop participants must complete the following:

  • Register for the event by April 21, 2023.
  • Submit the Travel Funding Request Form Travel Funding Request Form May 9, 2024.docxto Stephen Troupe at STroupe@whatcom.edu by April 26, 2024.
  • Do not make travel arrangements until travel has been approved.
  • Bring your own laptop to the workshop.

  Note: Mentors and peer reviewers are eligible for one workshop participation stipend per year.

  Please do not distribute. All approved attendees have received an invitation. 

  For questions, please contact:

  Stephen Troupe - Director 

  STroupe@whatcom.edu

  

  This event is funded by a NCAE Program Office grant #H98230-20-1-0294 which is part of the NSA, and a National Science Foundation grant #1902329.

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• Faculty Development Academy: Python Programming for Cybersecurity

  • Start
    Mon, May 13, 2024
  •  
    8:00 AM
  • End
    Tue, May 14, 2024
  •  
    2:00 PM
  • Location
    Virtual

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  Faculty Development Academy:

  Python Programming for Cybersecurity

  Virtual | May 13-14, 2024
  8AM - 2PM Pacific / 9AM - 3PM Mountain / 10AM - 4PM Central / 11AM - 5PM Eastern

  

  Who Should Attend:
  

  This workshop is funded and tailored specifically for community and technical college faculty members wishing to expand their knowledge, earn an industry certification, and strengthen their ability to incorporate new cybersecurity content in their community college curriculum. This workshop is not intended for students or other non-faculty participants.

  About the Workshop: 

  This workshop in Python programming provides the knowledge and training to develop and maintain effective Python programs/scripts. Community college educators will learn to create Python scripts using functions, modules, classes, and much more as part of Python’s object-orientated paradigm. Participants will learn how to utilize Python to create scripts that manipulate data, automate tasks, perform error handling, and store and retrieve data. The class will provide hands on exercises to reinforce learning and develop real competency. The key concepts covered in this workshop include: web recon, port scanning, and packet sniffing, the instructor will introduce several concepts and commands.

  Topics Include: 

  • Basic programming techniques
  • I/O
  • Data processing
  • File manipulation
  • Program control logic
  • Functions
  • Modules
  • Exception handling

  

  Facilitators:

  • Jason Zeller, Fort Hays State University
  • Mike Masino, Madison College

  
  

  

  
  

      This event is funded by a National Science Foundation grant # 2054724

  
  

  • Jason Zeller, Fort Hays State University
  • Mike Masino, Madison College

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• CMMC Workshop

  • Start
    Thu, May 16, 2024
  •  
    8:00 AM
  • End
    Fri, May 17, 2024
  •  
    3:00 PM
  • Location
    VIRTUAL

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  CMMC Workshop
  May 16 - 17, 2024

  8:00 am - 3:00 pm PST, virtual

  Please Note: Each workshop is limited to 25 attendees
  
  

  Register now for a free, two-day CMMC (Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification) 2.0 workshop! Spaces are limited.

  NCyTE is offering a free workshop that will cover the CMMC 2.0 and the new Department of Defense (DoD) requirements which include: moving from a five-level compliance model to a three-level model, shifting most auditing requirements to the DoD, and revising the program to mirror NIST 800-171 more closely.
  

  Who should attend?

  • Cybersecurity faculty
  • Small business IT or cybersecurity personnel 
    
    

  The workshop will be facilitated by Dr. John Sands who has over 30 years of experience in education and workforce research in data communications, manufacturing technologies, information technology, information security management and cybersecurity. He has led previous CMMC workshops and is well versed in CMMC 2.0.

  All attendees will receive an Instructor Guidebook, Student Guidebook, training resources, and a Canvas course package. The workshop is limited to 25 attendees and spots are filling up quickly.

  

  
  

  
  

  This workshop is provided through a National Science Foundation grant # 2054724

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• Faculty Development Academy: Arduino Certification Workshop

  • Start
    Mon, May 20, 2024
  •  
    8:00 AM
  • End
    Thu, May 23, 2024
  •  
    2:00 PM
  • Location
    Virtual

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  Faculty Development Academy:

  Arduino Certification Workshop

  Virtual | May 20-23, 2024
  8AM - 2PM Pacific / 9AM - 3PM Mountain / 10AM - 4PM Central / 11AM - 5PM Eastern

  

  Who Should Attend:
  

  This workshop is funded and tailored specifically for community and technical college faculty members wishing to expand their knowledge, earn an industry certification, and strengthen their ability to incorporate new cybersecurity content in their community college curriculum. This workshop is not intended for students or other non-faculty participants.

  About the Workshop: 

  This workshop is an exciting opportunity for community college instructors to delve into the world of IoT (Internet of Things) through hands-on projects that encompass electrical concepts, components, and theories. Using Arduino microcontrollers, a variety of electronic components, sensors, and actuators, and computer programming, participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of the technologies surrounding IoT and be equipped to teach these concepts to high school and college students.

  Additionally, this workshop will prepare participants to take the Arduino Certification Exam, making it the perfect choice for those looking to expand their knowledge in the field. No prior experience in electronics or computer programming is required to participate in this workshop.

  

  Facilitators:

  • Kristine Christensen, Moraine Valley Community College
  • Chuck Bales, Moraine Valley Community College

  
  

  

  
  

      This event is funded by a National Science Foundation grant # 2054724

  
  

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• Faculty Development Academy: Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)

  • Start
    Mon, May 20, 2024
  •  
    8:00 AM
  • End
    Thu, May 23, 2024
  •  
    2:00 PM
  • Location
    Virtual

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  Faculty Development Academy:

  Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)

  Virtual | May 20-23, 2024
  8AM - 2PM Pacific / 9AM - 3PM Mountain / 10AM - 4PM Central / 11AM - 5PM Eastern

  

  Who Should Attend:
  

  This workshop is funded and tailored specifically for community and technical college faculty members wishing to expand their knowledge, earn an industry certification, and strengthen their ability to incorporate new cybersecurity content in their community college curriculum. This workshop is not intended for students or other non-faculty participants.
  

  About the Workshop: 

  The Ethical Hacking workshop is an in-depth and comprehensive course that delves into the common tactics employed by hackers to breach systems. From SQL injection and spear phishing to buffer overflows, this workshop equips you with the knowledge and skills needed to defend against these attacks. By immersing you in the hacker mindset, you will gain a better understanding of how to anticipate and protect against potential threats.

  This workshop goes beyond the narrow focus of specific vendors, technologies or equipment and emphasizes on a holistic security mindset. With live demonstrations of these techniques, you will gain hands-on experience in creating, packaging, and deploying malware in a realistic network environment. This workshop is designed to help attendees develop a deeper understanding of the hacker's perspective and methodology, and to empower them to secure their systems more effectively.

  

  Facilitators:

  • Mike Qaissaunee, Brookdale Community College
  • Mike Masino, Madison College

  
  

  

  
  

      This event is funded by a National Science Foundation grant # 2054724

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• NICE Conference

  • Start
    Mon, June 03, 2024
  •  
    8:00 AM (CDT)
  • End
    Wed, June 05, 2024
  •  
    5:00 PM (CDT)
  • Location
    VIRTUAL

  

  June 3, 2024 - June 5, 2024
  Dallas, Texas

  
  

  NICE Conference & Expo: Strengthening Ecosystems will take place June 3-5, 2024 at the Sheraton Dallas in Dallas, Texas.

  This year’s conference theme “Strengthening Ecosystems: Aligning Stakeholders to Bridge the Cybersecurity Workforce Gap” highlights the collective effort to strengthen the cybersecurity landscape. By joining forces with key partners, we can foster a more robust cybersecurity ecosystem to bridge the workforce gap. 

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• CyAD 2024: Cybersecurity Across Disciplines Conference

  • Start
    Wed, June 12, 2024
  •  
    (CDT)
  • End
    Thu, June 13, 2024
  •  
    (CDT)
  • Location
    Moraine Valley Community College

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  Cybersecurity Across Disciplines (CyAD) Conference
  

  

  June 12-13, 2024
  

  In-Person at
  Moraine Valley Community College
  9000 W. College Parkway
  Palos Hills, IL 60465

  
  

  

  Registration Required - Closes May 20, 2024!

  • Early Bird Rate (March 1 through April 12, 2024) - $175
    Register early to take advantage of the discounted Early Bird Rate!
  • Regular Rate (April 13 through May 20, 2024) - $200
    After May 20, online registration will no longer be available!
  • No Refunds: Please note that registration fees are non-refundable. 
    

  The conference registration fee includes: access to all sessions, the networking reception, and conference materials. Meals include: daily coffee breaks, snacks, and lunches on June 12 and 13.

  Registration is a two-step process. After you complete your registration form, you should receive an email from NcyteCenter@wildapricot.org with the payment instructions.  

  

  About the Conference:

  In our highly connected and automated workplaces, cybersecurity is essential across all sectors of the modern economy. The Cybersecurity Across Disciplines (CyAD) Conference, is a unique event designed to serve educators in various fields.  Seize the opportunity to explore the intersection of cybersecurity with your specific educational program areas and the Critical Infrastructure Sectors they serve.

  This conference brings together community and technical college faculty from diverse disciplines to address cybersecurity challenges in key sectors such as business and critical infrastructure including but not limited to manufacturing, healthcare, retail, engineering, and banking and finance.

  The CyAD conference will explore creative ways to build learning communities that go beyond specific fields of study. These communities help teachers work together and share practical ideas for including cybersecurity in their courses. We'll also share new content like case studies, lessons, and materials that can be easily added to existing classes.You do not need a cybersecurity background to participate. 

  Join us to learn how to better protect our digital world together!

  

  Important Information:

  • General Information: Visit our CyAD information website to stay up-to-date on conference information. Check back periodically for announcements.

  • Travel Stipend:  There are a limited number of travel stipends available to eligible participants to help cover transportation expenses for attending the conference.  Visit our stipend information page for details and to apply for the stipend. 

  • Travel Logistics:  Attendees are responsible for making their own travel arrangements. Visit our travel logistics page for directions and other available travel information that may assist with your planning.

  For liability and safety reasons, we kindly request that all attendees be 18 years of age or older. 
  

  

  This event is funded by:

  
  

  National Science Foundation grant # 2054724  and  Microsoft Accelerating Community College Cybersecurity Excellence (ACCCE) grant #2021080009.

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• Faculty Development Academy: IoT with Cloud

  • Start
    Mon, June 17, 2024
  •  
    8:00 AM
  • End
    Thu, June 20, 2024
  •  
    2:00 PM
  • Location
    Virtual

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  Faculty Development Academy:

  IoT with Cloud

  Virtual | June 17-20, 2024
  8AM - 2PM Pacific / 9AM - 3PM Mountain / 10AM - 4PM Central / 11AM - 5PM Eastern

  

  Who Should Attend:
  

  This workshop is funded and tailored specifically for community and technical college faculty members wishing to expand their knowledge, earn an industry certification, and strengthen their ability to incorporate new cybersecurity content in their community college curriculum. This workshop is not intended for students or other non-faculty participants.

  About the Workshop: 

  This workshop is designed to equip community college educators with the essential knowledge and skills to integrate Azure IoT solutions into their teaching practices, this workshop covers a comprehensive range of topics. Participants will delve into Azure IoT solution architectures, including Azure IoT Operations, Azure IoT Hub, Azure Digital Twins, Azure IoT Edge, Azure Sphere, and Azure RTOS.

  Through hands-on activities and interactive discussions, educators will gain practical insights into conditional monitoring for industrial IoT, predictive maintenance for industrial IoT, real-time asset tracking, and streamlining operations with unified management. By the end of the workshop, educators will emerge equipped with the tools and strategies necessary to leverage Azure and IoT technologies effectively, enhancing their teaching methodologies and preparing students for success in the digital age.

  

  Facilitators:

  • Kristine Christensen, Moraine Valley Community College
  • Chuck Bales, Moraine Valley Community College

  
  

  

  
  

      This event is funded by a National Science Foundation grant # 2054724

  
  

  • Kristine Christensen, Moraine Valley Community College
  • Chuck Bales, Moraine Valley Community College

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• Faculty Development Academy: AI Threat Management

  • Start
    Fri, June 21, 2024
  •  
  • End
    Fri, June 28, 2024
  •  
  • Schedule
    2 sessions
  • Location
    Virtual

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  Faculty Development Academy:

  AI Threat Management

  Virtual | 2 Fridays
  June 21, 2024 and June 28, 2024
  8AM - 2PM Pacific / 9AM - 3PM Mountain / 10AM - 4PM Central / 11AM - 5PM Eastern

  

  Who Should Attend:
  

  This workshop is funded and tailored specifically for community and technical college faculty members wishing to expand their knowledge, earn an industry certification, and strengthen their ability to incorporate new cybersecurity content in their community college curriculum. This workshop is not intended for students or other non-faculty participants.

  About the Workshop: 

  As seasoned cybersecurity community college educators, mastering the art of AI threat management is essential. This workshop is designed to equip professionals with the knowledge and skills necessary to leverage data science and AI effectively in combating cyber threats. Participants will delve into the transformative potential of AI applications, learning how to harness human intelligence alongside AI technologies to bolster organizational defenses and improve information systems management.

  Through a blend of engaging lectures, team activities, lab exercises, and practical examples, attendees will gain invaluable insights into AI methodologies tailored for threat detection, vulnerability assessment, penetration testing, threat hunting, and intelligence gathering. The workshop goes beyond technical aspects, covering essential topics such as AI ethics, governance, risk management, and compliance. Participants will explore the intricacies of building secure AI environments and utilizing AI to assist organizations in performing Privacy Impact Assessments. By the end of the workshop, professionals will emerge equipped with a comprehensive understanding of AI's role in threat management.

  

  Facilitators:

  • Sam Bowne, City College San Francisco

  
  

  

  
  

      This event is funded by a National Science Foundation grant # 2054724

  
  

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• Faculty Development Academy: Security+

  • Start
    Mon, June 24, 2024
  •  
    8:00 AM
  • End
    Thu, June 27, 2024
  •  
    2:00 PM
  • Location
    Virtual

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  Faculty Development Academy:

  Security+

  Virtual | June 24 - 27, 2024
  8AM - 2PM Pacific / 9AM - 3PM Mountain / 10AM - 4PM Central / 11AM - 5PM Eastern

  

  Who Should Attend:
  

  This workshop is funded and tailored specifically for community and technical college faculty members wishing to expand their knowledge, earn an industry certification, and strengthen their ability to incorporate new cybersecurity content in their community college curriculum. This workshop is not intended for students or other non-faculty participants.

  About the Workshop: 

  CompTIA Security+ is the first security certification IT professionals should earn. It establishes the core knowledge required of any cybersecurity role and provides a springboard to intermediate level cybersecurity jobs.

  CompTIA Security+ is a globally trusted, vendor-neutral certification that validates the baseline skills necessary to perform core security functions and pursue an IT security career.

  Security+ incorporates best practices in hands-on troubleshooting, this workshop will ensure candidates have practical security problem-solving skills required to:

  • Assess the security posture of an enterprise environment and recommend and implement appropriate security solutions
  • Monitor and secure hybrid environments, including cloud, mobile, and IoT
  • Operate with an awareness of applicable laws and policies, including principles of governance, risk, and compliance
  • Identify, analyze, and respond to security events and incidents

  Stipend:

  Eligible community college faculty who successfully pass the CompTIA Security+ certification exam will receive a stipend toward the cost of the certification.

  To be eligible for the stipend, you must:

  • Currently teach college credit courses (full-time or adjunct) at a regionally accredited U.S. community or technical college
  • Provide evidence that you passed the certification exam, such as a copy of the certification or exam report
  • Provide a current W9 tax form to the NCyTE Center

  

  Facilitators:

  • Kevin Vaccaro, Moraine Valley Community College
  • Stephanie Wascher, Rock Valley College

  
  

  

  
  

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• Faculty Development Academy: Implications of Artificial Intelligence for Cybersecurity Educators

  • Start
    Mon, July 08, 2024
  •  
    8:00 AM
  • End
    Fri, July 12, 2024
  •  
    12:00 PM
  • Location
    VIRTUAL

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  Faculty Development Academy:

  Implications of Artificial Intelligence for Cybersecurity Educators

  Virtual | July 8 -12, 2024
  8AM - 12PM Pacific / 9AM - 1PM Mountain / 10AM - 2PM Central / 11AM - 3PM Eastern

  
  

  Who Should Attend: 

  This workshop is funded and tailored specifically for community and technical college faculty members wishing to expand their knowledge, earn an industry certification, and strengthen their ability to incorporate new cybersecurity content in their community college curriculum. This workshop is not intended for students or other non-faculty participants.

  About the Workshop: 
  

  This workshop is specifically designed for community college faculty who want to integrate AI and AI technologies into their existing network security and information technology programs. As modern organizations increasingly grapple with AI and cybersecurity threats, this workshop provides an essential understanding of how AI is revolutionizing the field of cybersecurity. Participants will delve into a comprehensive exploration of the current state of Artificial Intelligence and its expanding role in cybersecurity engagements, offering insights into the latest advancements and challenges in the domain.

  The workshop's curriculum is designed to provide an in-depth look at the practical applications of AI in cybersecurity. Faculty members will engage in detailed discussions and hands-on activities focusing on the use of machine learning in detecting and responding to cyber threats, highlighting how these technologies can enhance traditional security measures. The program will also cover critical topics such as the deployment of AI in threat hunting and incident response, demonstrating the ways AI can improve efficiency and effectiveness in identifying and mitigating cyber risks. Furthermore, the workshop will address the darker aspects of AI in cybersecurity, including adversarial attacks using AI and the creation and detection of Deep Fakes, particularly in the context of social engineering.

  This workshop will also explore the role of AI in compliance and cybersecurity risk management, where AI-driven analytics can significantly contribute to organizational security posture. The faculty will also discuss practical considerations and ethical dilemmas posed by AI in cybersecurity, preparing them to navigate the complexities of integrating AI into their teaching curricula. By the end of the workshop, participants will be equipped not only with a thorough understanding of AI's impact on cybersecurity but also with the knowledge and tools to effectively teach these concepts, preparing the next generation of IT professionals to face the evolving cyber landscape.

  Stipend: 
  

  Eligible community college faculty will receive up to a $500 stipend upon successfully completing the academy.

  To be eligible for the stipends, you must:

  • Currently teach college credit courses (full-time or adjunct) at a regionally accredited U.S. community or technical college
  • Attend all sessions and complete the required assignments/projects
  • Provide a current W9 tax form to the NCyTE Center
  • Participation stipends will be prioritized to individuals that have not received NCyTE support in the past year

  

  Facilitator:

  Mike Qaissaunee, Professor-Engineering & Technology at Brookdale Community College will lead the workshop.
  

  

  

  This event is funded by the Microsoft Accelerating Community College Cybersecurity Excellence (ACCCE) grant awarded to Whatcom Community College (Grant No. 2021080009)

  
  

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• WCC Gencyber Camp

  • Start
    Mon, July 08, 2024
  •  
    9:00 AM
  • End
    Fri, July 12, 2024
  •  
    4:00 PM
  • Location
    Whatcom Community College, 237 W. Kellogg Rd, Bellingham, WA 98226

  
  

  
  Whatcom Community College Gencyber Camp
  July 8 - 12 , 2024

  9:00 am - 4:00 pm PST

  
  

  INSPIRING THE NEXT GENERATION OF CYBER STARS

  Whatcom Community College is excited to announce our upcoming GenCyber camp at Whatcom Community College on July 8-12 2024 9:00am - 3:00pm. This camp is designed for middle school and high school students who have an interest in technology and protecting information. 

  Join us for a day of fun and learning as we explore the world of cybersecurity. During the camp, you will have the opportunity to participate in hands-on activities that will explore a wide range of topics related to cybersecurity. You'll learn about different types of cyber threats, how to identify them, and how to prevent them from happening. We'll also cover topics such as password security, online privacy, and safe browsing practices.

  Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to learn about cybersecurity and have fun with like-minded peers! We look forward to seeing you at the camp.

  REGISTER

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• Faculty Development Academy: Microsoft Azure Open AI Fundamentals

  • Start
    Mon, July 15, 2024
  •  
    8:00 AM
  • End
    Thu, July 18, 2024
  •  
    12:00 PM
  • Location
    VIRTUAL

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  Faculty Development Academy:

  Microsoft Azure Open AI Fundamentals

  Virtual | July 15 -18, 2024
  8AM - 4PM Pacific / 9AM - 5PM Mountain / 10AM - 6PM Central / 11AM - 7PM Eastern

  
  

  Who Should Attend: 

  This workshop is funded and tailored specifically for community and technical college faculty members wishing to expand their knowledge, earn an industry certification, and strengthen their ability to incorporate new cybersecurity content in their community college curriculum. This workshop is not intended for students or other non-faculty participants.

  About the Workshop: 
  

  The workshop is designed specifically for community college faculty, focusing on the expansive capabilities of Microsoft Azure in the realm of artificial intelligence. This workshop is tailored to prepare participants for the Microsoft Certified: Microsoft Azure AI Fundamentals exams, emphasizing hands-on experience with Azure's AI tools and services. The workshop curriculum is structured to cover a broad spectrum of AI topics, beginning with an overview of AI workloads and considerations, which form a significant portion of the course content. Participants will be immersed in the foundational principles of machine learning on Azure, gaining practical skills in building, training, and deploying machine learning models.

  The workshop will delve into specialized AI domains within Azure, including computer vision, Natural Language Processing (NLP), and generative AI workloads. Faculty members will explore the intricacies of implementing AI solutions for visual data analysis and processing, as well as understanding and interpreting human language using Azure’s advanced NLP tools. A significant focus is also placed on generative AI workloads, where participants will learn about Azure's capabilities in creating innovative AI models. Throughout the workshop, attendees will engage in practical exercises, applying their knowledge to real-world scenarios, ensuring they leave not only prepared for the Azure AI Fundamentals exams but also equipped to incorporate these cutting-edge AI applications into their educational programs.

  Stipend: 
  

  Eligible community college faculty will receive up to a $1,000 stipend upon successfully completing the academy.

  To be eligible for the stipends, you must:

  • Currently teach college credit courses (full-time or adjunct) at a regionally accredited U.S. community or technical college
  • Attend all sessions and complete the required assignments/projects
  • Provide a current W9 tax form to the NCyTE Center
  • Participation stipends will be prioritized to individuals that have not received NCyTE support in the past year

  

  Facilitators:

  Jiri Jirik, Director, Education Pathways National Center at Moraine Valley Community College and Kyle Jones, Information Technology Chair at Sinclair Community College will lead the workshop.
  

  

  

  This event is funded by the Microsoft Accelerating Community College Cybersecurity Excellence (ACCCE) grant awarded to Whatcom Community College (Grant No. 2021080009)

  
  

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• CMMC Workshop

  • Start
    Thu, July 18, 2024
  •  
    8:00 AM
  • End
    Fri, July 19, 2024
  •  
    3:00 PM
  • Location
    VIRTUAL

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  CMMC Workshop
  July 18 - 19, 2024

  8:00 am - 3:00 pm PST, virtual

  Please Note: Each workshop is limited to 25 attendees
  
  

  Register now for a free, two-day CMMC (Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification) 2.0 workshop! Spaces are limited.

  NCyTE is offering a free workshop that will cover the CMMC 2.0 and the new Department of Defense (DoD) requirements which include: moving from a five-level compliance model to a three-level model, shifting most auditing requirements to the DoD, and revising the program to mirror NIST 800-171 more closely.
  

  Who should attend?

  • Cybersecurity faculty
  • Small business IT or cybersecurity personnel 
    
    

  The workshop will be facilitated by Dr. John Sands who has over 30 years of experience in education and workforce research in data communications, manufacturing technologies, information technology, information security management and cybersecurity. He has led previous CMMC workshops and is well versed in CMMC 2.0.

  All attendees will receive an Instructor Guidebook, Student Guidebook, training resources, and a Canvas course package. The workshop is limited to 25 attendees and spots are filling up quickly.

  

  
  

  
  

  This workshop is provided through a National Science Foundation grant # 2054724

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• Faculty Development Academy: CISA - Certified Information Systems Auditor

  • Start
    Mon, August 05, 2024
  •  
    8:00 AM
  • End
    Fri, August 09, 2024
  •  
    2:00 PM
  • Location
    Virtual

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  Faculty Development Academy:

  CISA: Certified Information Systems Auditor

  Virtual | August 5-9, 2024
  8AM - 2PM Pacific / 9AM - 3PM Mountain / 10AM - 4PM Central / 11AM - 5PM Eastern

  This workshop is also offered April 22-26, 2024
  

  

  Who Should Attend:
  

  This workshop is funded and tailored specifically for community and technical college faculty members wishing to expand their knowledge, earn an industry certification, and strengthen their ability to incorporate new cybersecurity content in their community college curriculum. This workshop is not intended for students or other non-faculty participants.
  

  About the Workshop: 

  Validate your expertise and get the leverage you need to move up in your teaching career. With a Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) certification, you can do just that. CISA is world-renowned as the standard of achievement for those who audit, control, monitor and assess an organization’s information technology and business systems.

  CISA certification is foundational to a successful IT career. If you are an entry-level to mid-career professional, CISA can showcase your expertise and assert your ability to apply a risk-based approach to planning, executing, and reporting on audit engagements. Gain instant credibility in your interactions with internal stakeholders, regulators, external auditors, and customers.

  CISA provides a valid and reliable means for enterprises to identify technologists who are competent in incorporating privacy by design into technology platforms, products and processes, communicating with legal professionals, and keeping the organization compliant efficiently and cost effectively. 

  Stipend:

  Eligible community college faculty who successfully pass the CISA certification exam will receive a stipend toward the cost of the certification.

  To be eligible for the stipend, you must:

  • Currently teach college credit courses (full-time or adjunct) at a regionally accredited U.S. community or technical college
  • Provide evidence that you passed the certification exam, such as a copy of the certification or exam report
  • Provide a current W9 tax form to the NCyTE Center

  

  Facilitators:

  • Kyle Jones - Sinclair Community College
  • Mike Qaissaunee - Brookdale Community College
  • Jiri Jirik - Moraine Valley Community College

  
  

  

  
  

      This event is funded by a National Science Foundation grant # 2054724

  
  

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• Faculty Development Academy: AWS Cloud

  • Start
    Mon, August 12, 2024
  •  
    8:00 AM
  • End
    Thu, August 15, 2024
  •  
    2:00 PM
  • Location
    Virtual

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  Faculty Development Academy:

  AWS Cloud

  Virtual | August 12-15, 2024
  8AM - 2PM Pacific / 9AM - 3PM Mountain / 10AM - 4PM Central / 11AM - 5PM Eastern

  

  Who Should Attend:
  

  This workshop is funded and tailored specifically for community and technical college faculty members wishing to expand their knowledge, earn an industry certification, and strengthen their ability to incorporate new cybersecurity content in their community college curriculum. This workshop is not intended for students or other non-faculty participants.

  About the Workshop: 

  The surge in cloud computing, notably Amazon Web Services (AWS), has been significant. Understanding and utilizing these services have become crucial for educators, particularly in teaching information technology and cybersecurity programs. The "AWS Cloud Essentials" course is tailored specifically for community college educators, offering a comprehensive toolkit to harness the potential of cloud computing within the educational sphere. Through engaging lab activities, participants will immerse themselves in the core concepts of AWS, gaining a profound comprehension of cloud computing principles, services, and best practices. This course covers a spectrum of topics, from storage solutions to computational resources, equipping educators with the tools to seamlessly integrate cloud technology into their curriculum, courses, and teaching methodologies and fostering innovation and collaborative learning environments for students.

  Throughout the course, participants will actively participate in hands-on exercises, collaborative team projects, interactive discussions, and real-world case studies facilitated by seasoned instructors with expertise in education and cloud computing. Community college educators will emerge equipped with the confidence and competence to leverage AWS cloud services effectively, enriching student learning and equipping them with the skills necessary for success in an increasingly digital world. 

  

  Facilitators:

  • Jiri Jirik, Moraine Valley Community College

  
  

  

  
  

      This event is funded by a National Science Foundation grant # 2054724

  
  

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• CMMC Workshop

  • Start
    Thu, August 15, 2024
  •  
    8:00 AM
  • End
    Fri, August 16, 2024
  •  
    3:00 PM
  • Location
    VIRTUAL

  Register

  
  

  
  CMMC Workshop
  August 15-16, 2024

  8:00 am - 3:00 pm PST, virtual

  Please Note: Each workshop is limited to 25 attendees
  
  

  Register now for a free, two-day CMMC (Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification) 2.0 workshop! Spaces are limited.

  NCyTE is offering a free workshop that will cover the CMMC 2.0 and the new Department of Defense (DoD) requirements which include: moving from a five-level compliance model to a three-level model, shifting most auditing requirements to the DoD, and revising the program to mirror NIST 800-171 more closely.
  

  Who should attend?

  • Cybersecurity faculty
  • Small business IT or cybersecurity personnel 
    
    

  The workshop will be facilitated by Dr. John Sands who has over 30 years of experience in education and workforce research in data communications, manufacturing technologies, information technology, information security management and cybersecurity. He has led previous CMMC workshops and is well versed in CMMC 2.0.

  All attendees will receive an Instructor Guidebook, Student Guidebook, training resources, and a Canvas course package. The workshop is limited to 25 attendees and spots are filling up quickly.

  

  
  

  
  

  This workshop is provided through a National Science Foundation grant # 2054724

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• CMMC Workshop

  • Start
    Thu, September 12, 2024
  •  
    8:00 AM
  • End
    Fri, September 13, 2024
  •  
    3:00 PM
  • Location
    VIRTUAL

  Register

  
  

  
  CMMC Workshop
  September 12 - 13, 2024

  8:00 am - 3:00 pm PST, virtual

  Please Note: Each workshop is limited to 25 attendees
  
  

  Register now for a free, two-day CMMC (Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification) 2.0 workshop! Spaces are limited.

  NCyTE is offering a free workshop that will cover the CMMC 2.0 and the new Department of Defense (DoD) requirements which include: moving from a five-level compliance model to a three-level model, shifting most auditing requirements to the DoD, and revising the program to mirror NIST 800-171 more closely.
  

  Who should attend?

  • Cybersecurity faculty
  • Small business IT or cybersecurity personnel 
    
    

  The workshop will be facilitated by Dr. John Sands who has over 30 years of experience in education and workforce research in data communications, manufacturing technologies, information technology, information security management and cybersecurity. He has led previous CMMC workshops and is well versed in CMMC 2.0.

  All attendees will receive an Instructor Guidebook, Student Guidebook, training resources, and a Canvas course package. The workshop is limited to 25 attendees and spots are filling up quickly.

  

  
  

  
  

  This workshop is provided through a National Science Foundation grant # 2054724

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