TTC Students Return to Compete in the 2023 Hackathon
Trident Technical College’s Cybersecurity and Programming students participated in the Hack@SChack CTY Cyber Security Competition for another year at Benedict College in Columbia, SC, on Nov. 11. Students competed in two teams in this year’s event, showcasing their cybersecurity and programming skills and knowledge.
Both TTC teams, Team Glitch and Team TTC-Ityrteos, showed persistence and technical proficiency in the first two rounds of the competition. Team Glitch successfully took the lead in the first round, capturing all 10 flags within the 60-minute time limit. In the second round, Team TTC-Ityrteos continued to represent the college by capturing all 10 flags in less than 25 minutes.
TTC students achieved 4th and 6th place in the competition, missing a spot in the top three winners by a one-point margin. Each team showcased exceptional skills in their program of study, as well as teamwork and determination.
These students' demonstration of efficient technique and enthusiasm caught the eye of the CIO of Ritedose Corp., a leading pharmaceutical development, manufacturing and outsourcing company for aseptic and single-dose medication products. He invited our students to observe a live pentest at the Ritedose facility in Columbia, SC.
The Cybersecurity and Programming students represented Trident Tech with an excellent showcase of their developed abilities and education, as well as their dedication and overall professionalism through the competition. We are proud of these six students' accomplishments, and we look forward to the future success these students will have in their educational and professional careers.
DoD Cybersecurity Scholarship Program
The Department of Defense Cybersecurity Scholarship Program (DoD CySP) is accepting applications for the 2023-2024 season. The purpose of the program is to recruit and retain cyber and IT specialists to enhance the nation’s cyber posture.
Non-DoD students at Trident Tech currently enrolled in the Cybersecurity, Network Systems Management, and Information Systems Technology Associate in Applied Science Degree programs may to apply based on meeting all eligibility requirements. If selected for the program, students will complete their academic programs and train with the DoD amongst a number of components within it. After graduation, students are required to work for the DoD for a minimum of one year for each year of scholarship support they receive.
To start the process, applicants need to create a DoD CySP account through the DoD CySP website.
https://www.dodemergingtech.com/cyber-scholarship-program-cysp/
Please fully read all eligibility rules and TELL ME MORE links before starting an application. It is critical that you understand and will submit to all requirements in this program. Most of your questions regarding eligibility and qualifications can be answered by reviewing these areas.
Eligibility Requirements: https://www.dodemergingtech.com/how-do-studentsapply-for-a-dod-cyber-scholarship/
This is a highly competitive national program. There are some additional considerations that must be met for this opportunity. If you do not meet all of the criteria, please speak with your Academic advisor. These are just a few.
- All applications must be US Citizens and must qualify for security clearance.
- All undergraduate student applicants must have a 3.2 out of 4.0 GPA
- You must also be mobile and willing to move to the location of their internship/final service obligation location.
- All males 18 and older, must register for selective service.
The DoD CySP - Recruitment Program is not applicable to current DoD civilians or active duty military. There is a separate portion of the DoD CySP geared to those members that will be released at a later date.
Microsoft Cybersecurity Scholarship Program
The Microsoft Cybersecurity Scholarship Program supports community college degree and industry certificate completion through scholarships (up to $500) and subsidies for cybersecurity certification exam costs (up to $375). Financial assistance is intended to cover short-term basic needs, such as food, rent, health-related, transportation/car issues, and/or a laptop/device. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.
For more information, click here.
National Cybersecurity Career Awareness Week
Cybersecurity touches many areas of interest. The work of a cybersecurity professional is more than the stereotypical picture most people have of a computer science major or a hacker. Cybersecurity has something for everyone! Whatever your interests and skills, there’s an exciting job for you.
For more information, click here.
National Cybersecurity Awareness Month
October is National Cybersecurity Awareness Month. This year’s overarching message for the month, “Do Your Part. #BeCyberSmart”. For more information, click here.
2022 National Cybersecurity Virtual Career Fair
Sept. 16, From noon-4 p.m. ET
The 6th annual National Cybersecurity Virtual Career Fair, sponsored by National Cybersecurity Training and Education (NCyTE) Center and the CAE in Cybersecurity Community, is right around the corner! Our career fair brings together students and alumni from over 300 institutions across the Nation designated as Centers of Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity with employers offering internships, temporary, part-time, and full-time employment.
Employers will begin reviewing resumes early before the event.
Don’t have a resume? TTC can assist you.
Job seekers should register here.
Please forward any additional questions to:
Jane Cothran, CAE POC
Cybersecurity Instructor, Trident Technical College
Jane.Cothran@tridenttech.edu
Or
Terry Richburg
Director, Network Systems Management and Cybersecurity
Trident Technical College
Terry.Richburg@tridenttech.edu
CISA's Cybersecurity Hiring Event | June 29, 2022
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) is hosting a Cybersecurity Hiring Fair June 29, 2022, 11 a.m.–4 p.m. EST. CISA's Cybersecurity Division is hoping to fill dozens of positions.
When: Wednesday, June 29, 2022 | 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
Where: Virtual Career Event
Audience: IT/Cybersecurity Professionals
How to Register: To register, please click the CISA's Cybersecurity Hiring Event link.
Events: https://www.cisa.gov/hiring
Applying to Opportunities: https://www.cisa.gov/careers
Network Systems Management Department wins 2021 Red Hat Academy of the Year Award
The Network Systems Management Department at Trident Technical College has earned the Red Hat Academy of the Year Award for FY2021. The department teaches Redhat Linux, which is one of the primary Operating Systems used to manage and secure Enterprise size networks. The program teaches Network Systems Management and Cybersecurity students to effectively support business network environments and also prepares them for Industry certification exams including the Red Hat Certified Systems Associate (RHCSA) and Red Hat Certified Systems Engineer (RHCSE).
According to Terry Richburg, Department Head of Network Systems Management, this award is recognition of the outstanding team effort in supporting our student success learning Linux. We have outstanding instructors and staff in the department that enable our students to get the most current technology training. Red Hat Linux is one of the most challenging and critical skillset for students pursuing careers in Cybersecurity.
Red Hat recognized us based on the highest enrollment and the scope of classes taught.