by Mark D. Weinstein, Executive Director of Public Relations
Cedarville University has been awarded a grant from the National Security Agency (NSA) to host the GenCyber cybersecurity cam
The GenCyber program, co-sponsored by the NSA and the National Science Foundation (NSF), introduces students to the fundamentals of cybersecurity through hands-on exercises, simulations, and expert instruction. Cedarville’s cybersecurity program, accredited by ABET and housed within the School of Engineering and Computer Science, provides students with an academically rigorous education in a Christ-centered environment.
“We are honored to host the GenCyber camp alongside the NSA," said Dr. Seth Hamman, director of the Center for the Advancement of Cybersecurity and associate professor of cyber operations and computer science. “The NSA’s GenCyber program is highly regarded, and the selection process is competitive.”
The camp will offer 30 students a fully funded opportunity to explore cybersecurity through interactive labs and real-world applications. Participants will also visit the National Museum of the United States Air Force, where they will engage with local cybersecurity professionals. Sessions will highlight the diverse career opportunities within the field, the importance of cybersecurity in protecting national infrastructure, and essential online safety practices.
“Cyber operations today is more diverse than people think," Hamman said. “Cybersecurity has many moving parts, and we want to show campers how they can use their unique skills and passions to make an impact.”
The U.S. currently faces a cybersecurity workforce shortage of over 3.4 million professionals, according to the International Information System Security Certification Consortium. Through initiatives like GenCyber, the NSA and NSF seek to inspire the next generation of cybersecurity leaders. Hosting a GenCyber camp aligns with Cedarville’s mission to advance cybersecurity for the benefit of society.
For more information about Cedarville University and its cybersecurity program, visit cedarville.edu.
