Cisco Taps SPC Cybersecurity Student as E-Learning Beta Tester
Cisco Systems selected SPC Cybersecurity student Ashley Rush as a beta tester for their new Cisco Certified Network Associate Cyber Ops e-learning program.
Category: Cybersecurity
SPC professor earns another cybersecurity industry certification
St. Petersburg College Professor Laura Malave has added another cybersecurity industry certification to her repertoire. SPC professor earns CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CSA+) certification Professor Malave has always had an interest in the Computer Science field. She earned her Bachelor’s and Master’s Degrees in Computer Science from the University of South Florida. As she advanced in … Continue reading SPC professor earns another cybersecurity industry certification
SPC online professor changing lives one class at a time
SPC online professors work hard to make personal connections with their students. Jeff Youmans, cybersecurity online professor for the Bachelor of Applied Science in Technology Development & Management degree program has done just that. Learn more about St. Petersburg College’s Cybersecurity Degrees. SPC Online professor praised by student, Marine Vet Professor Youmans started his career … Continue reading SPC online professor changing lives one class at a time
Technology scholarships for high school students
Looking for technology scholarships for college? The Tampa Bay Chapter of the ISC(2), (International Information System Security Certification Consortium) is awarding two $1,000 scholarships to local high school juniors and seniors. ISC(2) is a non-profit organization which specializes in information security education and certifications. You may be eligible for these technology scholarships. High School juniors … Continue reading Technology scholarships for high school students
IT Security certifications boost expertise
As IT security breaches continue to make headlines, companies are focused on hiring employees with in-demand certifications as proof that they have the proper training to do the job. IT Security jobs on the rise Demand for IT Security analysts is expected to be very high. Analysts will be needed to come up with innovative … Continue reading IT Security certifications boost expertise
Technology Chapter hosts quarterly meeting
It’s that time again for the (ISC)2 Tampa Bay Technology Chapter to host another quarterly meeting. As mentioned in a previous article, the (ISC)2 Tampa Bay Chapter is a registered 501 (c)3 organization which provides its members with a networking opportunity to share knowledge, exchange resources and collaborate on projects. This forum allows members to have the … Continue reading Technology Chapter hosts quarterly meeting
St. Petersburg College maintains industry centered curriculum
With rapid changes in the IT industry, it is vital that colleges and universities maintain industry centered curriculum standards. To ensure that this is the case, professors from St. Petersburg College’s College of Computer & Information Technology (CCIT) attend conferences regarding its programs. Laura Malave, Academic Department Chair, attended the IT A.S. Program Review Committee … Continue reading St. Petersburg College maintains industry centered curriculum
Tampa Technology Chapter provides defense from cyber threats
Quarterly, the International Information System Security Certification Consortium, Inc. (ICS)2 Tampa Bay Chapter hosts meetings to discuss ways to improve information security and defense against cyber threats. The chapter focuses on local communities in the Tampa Bay area to educate members and security professionals on new and innovative ways to improve security software. Academic Department Chair Laura … Continue reading Tampa Technology Chapter provides defense from cyber threats
SPC professor warns parents about baby monitor hackers
St. Petersburg College technology professor Adrian Tillman was featured recently on WFLA discussing how to prevent people from hacking into your baby monitor. Tillman warns that using strong passwords not tied to your name or birthday is one way to lessen the risk of baby monitor hackers. He also recommends securing your wi-fi and setting … Continue reading SPC professor warns parents about baby monitor hackers
In the news: eighth grader charged with felony for hacking
The Tampa Bay Times recently reported on a 14-year-old, eighth grader in Florida, Domanik Green, who was charged with a felony for “hacking” his teacher’s computer. The “hacking” in this instance was using a widely known password to change the desktop background of his teacher’s computer with an image of two men kissing. The outrage … Continue reading In the news: eighth grader charged with felony for hacking