On October 5th, as part of Cybersecurity Awareness Month, we hosted a Cyber Open House during Homecoming & Family Weekend 2024 from 11 am to 1 pm in our Cyber Center and Security Operations Center (SOC). Over 45 visitors joined us for an engaging and informative experience.
Guests were given guided tours of our cyber facilities, where they had the opportunity to see firsthand how our student SOC interns monitor and protect the campus network. Two of our students showcased their projects and demonstrated cybersecurity tools and techniques, including conversations about online safety and the latest challenges.
We also celebrated our recent designation as an NSA Center of Academic Excellence (CAE) in Cybersecurity Defense, a milestone that demonstrates our commitment to excellence in this critical field. Messiah’s Cybersecurity Education Program is pleased to collaborate with the CAE community to ensure quality, standards-based education for our students with the goal of securing a peaceful digital domain.
Refreshments were enjoyed by all, creating a welcoming atmosphere for guests to mingle with staff and students. The event was an opportunity to connect, learn, and strengthen our community’s commitment to cybersecurity education and awareness.
Thank you to everyone who attended. We look forward to hosting more events in the future.
