Education & Training
Discover a wealth of resources on cybersecurity in Colorado Springs, including employment and training opportunities, support for transitioning military personnel, industry news, and more.
University of Colorado Colorado Springs
University of Colorado at Colorado Springs offers multiple graduate programs in the field of cybersecurity, including Master of Engineering and Ph.D. programs with emphasis on security and computer science, and master's programs in information assurance, computer science, software engineering and games and media integration. Future plans for the university include a national cybersecurity center.
Pikes Peak State College
Pikes Peak State College offers an Associate of Applied Science Degree with a computer networking designation, as well as three different certificate programs and non-credit workforce development opportunities. The school is a member of Cyber Watch West, the National Cyberwatch Center and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) 'Stop.Think.Connect.' Campaign.
cOLORADO TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY
Colorado Technical University's (CTU) cybersecurity degree programs provide students with the potential to learn how to diagnose, combat and avert cybercrimes. They offer a diverse cybersecurity program in multiple areas of study, including IT, engineering and computer science, business and security studies.
LeaderQuest
LeaderQuest offers IT training and certifications, career services, veteran resources and enterprise team training to help grow careers in cybersecurity. Several of their courses are eligible for college credit, and their cybersecurity training immerses students into an interactive environment, showing them how to scan, test, hack and secure computer systems.
MURRAY SECURITIES
Murray Security Services provides professional training online in a collaborative environment where students and delegates can interact directly with the instructor through live chats and private classrooms using their own computers. Sessions can be recorded for later viewing or scheduled at the convenience of our clients across the globe.
Military Skills and Transition assistance
Local organizations that provide transition assistance
Hire Heroes USA
Hire Heroes USA empowers U.S. military members, veterans and military spouses to succeed in the civilian workforce.http://hireheroesusa.org/
Microsoft Software & Systems Academy (MSSA)
Microsoft Software & Systems Academy (MSSA) provides transitioning service members and veterans with critical career skills required for today's growing technology industry.https://military.microsoft.com/programs/mssa/
Veterans Integration Program (VIP)
The Veterans Integration Program (VIP) at Mt. Carmel specializes in providing services to transitioning Military members through training and education resources.https://veteranscenter.org/employment/
Onward to Opportunity
Onward to Opportunity provides transitioning service members, veterans and military families with access to career counseling, job training and over 400 brand name employers.https://onward2opportunity-vctp.org/
VetSuccess Academy
VetSuccess Academy provides veterans with advanced technical training, GIAC certifications, and a pathway to employment and careers in cybersecurity.
https://www.sans.org/cybertalent/vetsuccess
Military Inventory Skills & Analysis
Explore the skills profiles to discover cybersecurity opportunities available based on your military service, and learn about the organizations that can help you transition into the private sector.
Air Force Career Profiles
The military employs highly trained and qualified cybersecurity professionals whose skills and experience are invaluable to civilian employers. And yet, when these individuals transition into the private sector, it is often a challenge to translate their military experience into language that can be readily mapped or understood by a civilian hiring manager or recruiter. This report aims to bridge that translation gap for transitioning Airmen.
DOWNLOAD PROFILEArmy Career Profiles
This report aims to bridge the translation gap for transitioning Soldiers. We have identified the Army career fields that relate to cybersecurity, and – for each one – we provide a profile of their qualifications in civilian terms. When cybersecurity professionals transition into the civilian workforce from Fort Carson, Colorado Springs employers will be better positioned to understand their qualifications.
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NIST
Stay up-to-date on the latest innovation and applications driving the cybersecurity sector.Stay up-to-date on the latest innovation and applications driving the cybersecurity sector.
Homeland Security
Explore how cybersecurity is impacting our nation's goals for Homeland Security and what that means for your business.Explore how cybersecurity is impacting our nation's goals for Homeland Security and what that means for your business.
U.S. Chamber of Commerce
U.S. Chamber of Commerce ABC - Assessment of Business Cybersecurity (free)U.S. Chamber of Commerce ABC - Assessment of Business Cybersecurity (free)
CNBC
The latest news on all things cybersecurity, including business, safety, regulations and more.
FINANCIAL RESOURCES
Cybersecurity resources for the financial industry, including cyber threats and best practices for increasing overall industry security.Cybersecurity resources for the financial industry, including cyber threats and best practices for increasing overall industry security.
A helpful tool for determining your institution's cybersecurity vulnerabilities and overall preparedness.A helpful tool for determining your institution's cybersecurity vulnerabilities and overall preparedness.
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healthcare resources
Explore the impact cybersecurity has on hospitals, including privacy, governance, regulations and quality of care.Explore the impact cybersecurity has on hospitals, including privacy, governance, regulations and quality of care.
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A monthly forum discussing cybersecurity in the healthcare community, including insights from healthcare and cybersecurity leaders.A monthly forum discussing cybersecurity in the healthcare community, including insights from healthcare and cybersecurity leaders.
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News, articles, white papers and interviews on cybersecurity in the field of healthcare, including HIPAA, BYOD and more.News, articles, white papers and interviews on cybersecurity in the field of healthcare, including HIPAA, BYOD and more.
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