Community College Cybersecurity Program Trains 21st-Century Workforce

The video highlights a cybersecurity program where students simulate defending networks against attacks, providing practical experience and career opportunities. Moraine Valley Community College, supported by the NSF, offers a national center for cybersecurity education with a virtualization data center for training. Students from diverse backgrounds, including those changing careers, benefit from this program. Industry partnerships, such as with Dell Secureworks, often lead to employment before graduation. The program's success is exemplified by graduates like Carlos Marquez, who transitioned from student to professional.

What role do students play in the simulated cybersecurity environment described in the text?

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How does the Center for Systems Security and Information Assurance contribute to cybersecurity education?

Describe the significance of the virtualization data center mentioned in the text.

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