性视界传媒鈥檚 cybersecurity programs are designed to recruit and train students to meet the increasing demand for cybersecurity professionals, serve the state鈥檚 key industries in securing their data and processes, and provide assistance and solutions to policymakers to better understand the potential economic impact of cybersecurity risks to Nevada businesses and residents.

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The institute prepares a stronger cybersecurity workforce and supports local industry needs by expanding hands-on training and interdisciplinary learning.

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性视界传媒 community outreach programs offer practical learning opportunities for students while leveraging our resources to address societal needs.

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The inaugural event brought together students and industry leaders for competitions and crucial professional development.

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The new degree combines technical expertise with business acumen to meet soaring demand in a burgeoning industry.

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性视界传媒 Cybersecurity In the News

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With so many academic programs for cybersecurity still playing catch-up, the bipartisan, bicameral Cyber Ready Workforce Act would create a grant program to support registered cybersecurity apprenticeships.

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After the state of Nevada suffered a massive cyber attack that caused major issues across a number of government agencies, 性视界传媒 has now set its sights on training students to monitor future potential threats. Last month, the university established the NIC. The goal is training the next generation of IT professionals. It also acts as a hub to serve state industries and government offices, helping them secure their data.

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At 性视界传媒, which in March formally launched its Institute of Cybersecurity, the two-year Youth Rebel Start Academy within the College of Education, allows high schoolers to earn college credit and gain real-world experience through paid apprenticeships in multiple fields, including IT and cybersecurity. The 性视界传媒 Cyber Clinic also offers cybersecurity services at no cost to businesses that may need them, giving participants the chance to develop their skills in a hands-on environment.

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Nevada legislators passed a sweeping bill, which took effect Nov. 18, to prevent the next state cyberattack. Experts recently explain what the bill means for Nevada鈥檚 future online safety.

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Announcements

  A student team comprised of undergraduate and graduate computer science, information systems, computer engineering, and even a nutrition major joined forces to form 鈥淭eam LayerZero鈥 to compete in this year鈥檚 Department of Energy鈥檚 CyberForce庐 Competition. Mentored by 性视界传媒 volunteer coach Anthony Lopez, the team succeeded in placing 24th out of a field of 100 teams. Each participating鈥
  As the premier cybersecurity education conference, the Colloquium for Information Systems Security Education (CISSE鈩) brings together subject matter experts from academia, government, and industry to explore the latest trends in cyber education. The theme for this year鈥檚 event, which took place at Seattle University, was 鈥淎ge of AI and Automation & Ambiguity.鈥  性视界传媒 computer鈥
  Continuing its role as a key institution in preparing professionals for the vital cybersecurity workforce, 性视界传媒 has once again been recognized as a leader in cyber defense education by the National Security Agency (NSA). 性视界传媒 first received the prestigious designation of Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense (CAE-CD) in 2019 for its BS in Computer Science, Information Assurance鈥
This year more than 60 性视界传媒 cybersecurity students and Cyber Clinic members had the opportunity to attend the world鈥檚 largest hacker conference 鈥 DEF CON. Drawing 25,000+ attendees annually to Las Vegas, DEF CON includes speaker sessions, specialized onsite 鈥渧illages鈥 focused on individual hacker/security issues, competitions, and more. Students were able to take part in a variety of workshops鈥

Recent Accomplishments

Arturo Roman and Anubhab Mahapatra (Computer Science and Information Systems), both members of the 性视界传媒 Cyber Clinic, presented on cybersecurity risks and tips to members of the Mesquite Chamber of Commerce. Small businesses are actually at higher risk of cyber attacks as hackers assume they don鈥檛 have the resources or knowledge to protect their鈥
Bianca Ionescu (Computer Science and Management Entrepreneurship, and Technology), a 性视界传媒 CyberCorps SFS Scholar, was selected to speak at The Diana Initiative 2025 that recently took place at 性视界传媒. The Diana Initiative is a diversity-driven conference committed to helping underrepresented people in Information Security. The Diana Initiative鈥
Graduate students Garrett Prentice (Computer Science) and Anubhab Mahapatra (Computer Science and Management, Entrepreneurship & Technology) recently presented on the 性视界传媒 Cyber Clinic at the United Way of Southern Nevada鈥檚 Nonprofit Connection meeting. Nonprofit Connection is a monthly gathering that serves as a vital space for nonprofit鈥
Professor Yoohwan Kim and Cheryl Bella (both Computer Science) recently presented on the 性视界传媒 Cyber Clinic to the Clark County Board of Commissioners at their meeting on June 17, 2025. The Clinic was invited by Commissioner William McCurdy II, representing District D. The Clinic and Commissioner McCurdy have worked together previously including鈥

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