URock To Host Open House and Information Session on Cybersecurity Program

Tue, 09/26/2017 - 5:45pm

 

The  U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics is predicting a 37% growth in employment in information security analysts by 2022.  Graduates with a degree or certificate in Cybersecurity will be prepared to fill these new positions as well as a predicted gap in Maine’s IT workforce.

The Cybersecurity Program available from the University of Maine at Augusta and delivered through University College at Rockland is a partnership. The program  incorporates a multidisciplinary perspective through a combination of courses that offer a holistic approach to cybersecurity education by providing the opportunity to take courses not only in computer science and technology but also in the humanities, social sciences and ethics. For those who already have a college degree, a post-baccalaureate option is available.

Required courses can be taken completely online, or through a combination of live, online and Instructional Television classes. All classes are available at URock.

UMA’s Cybersecurity Program involves the study of strategy, policy, and standards regarding the security of and operations in cyberspace.  The program will prepare students for career opportunities or advanced education in the cybersecurity field including positions in security analysis, information assurance, digital forensics, intelligence, and cyber defense to name a few.

The curriculum has been designed to meet the stringent academic standards of the NSA/DHS jointly sponsored Center of Academic Excellence in Information Assurance/Cyber Defense (CAEIA/CD) program.

University College at Rockland will host an open house and information session on Thursday, October 12 from 4:30-6:30pm. The event will include an overview of the program with a chance to interact with faculty and staff.  Those interested are invited to attend. 

 More information is available online by calling 596-6906.