Âé¶¹Ö±²¥'s Cybersecurity Center is a repository of essential resources for anyone interested in the academic cybersecurity activities at the college:
Current students will find information of events/contacts/clubs and other useful resources for their education and beyond.
Prospective students can look up degree and certificate details.
Industry partners should start here for a glimpse of the quality and substance of our program and our graduates.
Academic colleagues and partners will find quick references to Âé¶¹Ö±²¥'s faculty and roles in the organization.
The Cybersecurity Center boasts both virtual resources like Netlabs, a repository of tools and training material for our cybersecurity students, and physical, cybersecurity-minded labs and equipment in multiple campus locations. Our labs are designed to host cybersecurity classes, cyber training events and boot camps, student clubs, research experiments, and industry- and partner-led workshops.
Our college's cybersecurity program has been designated a Center of Academic Excellence (CAE-CD) by the , and participates in multiple grant programs that offer various avenues of aid to improve the academic success of students.
The program is managed by NSA's National Cryptologic School. Federal partners include the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)/National Initiative on Cybersecurity Education (NICE), the National Science Foundation (NSF), the Department of Defense Office of the Chief Information Officer (DoD-CIO), and U.S. Cyber Command (USCYBERCOM).
Open Labs
Work
Utilize resources to complete assignments, access technology tutors for additional help and on-site lab assistants to help with technical issues.
Learn
Participate in demo workshops, utilize self-paced labs, or study up on the ever-changing skills and techniques of cybersecurity.
Play
Utilize the lab to experiment and explore your cybersecurity skills in a cyber-safe environment. Create apps, VR content, hacking gaming systems, and more!
Summer 2026 Internships
Naval Systems is hiring interns for Data Analyst and IT positions.
Apply through Hawk Jobs:
The Patuxent Partnership is offering a 10 week, paid internship opportunity for students in engineering, cyber, and data science.
For more information, visit:
Students will need to create an account and apply using:
Tech Studies Club
Cyber Club (Cyber Hawks team)
Hands-on learning of ethical hacking, data breaches, workshops, competitions, and cyber range practice as you learn through doing with fun interactive activities.
AI and data science are the fastest-growing careers in tech! Come join us to learn and explore together: guest speakers, free tools, hackathons! No experience needed...just come curious!
Looking to turn your app idea into the next big tech startup like Uber, Instagram, or CashApp? Join an incubator of like-minded future entrepreneurs to build, collaborate, network, and learn how to turn ideation into realization
This club discusses the need for diverse technical talent, to challenge stereotypes, and to show how women are bringing about significant change in the industry.
This scholarship is funded by the National Science Foundation (NSF) Scholarships in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (S-STEM) program.
The NSF S-STEM Scholarship is designed to support full-time students majoring in any of the following content areas: Bioinformatics, Biotechnology, CyberSecurity, Computer Science, Cloud Information Technology, Software Developer, Information Systems, Life Sciences, Engineering, Environmental Science, Physical Sciences, and Mathematics.
It aims to provide scholarship support for academically-talented, financially-needy science, technology, engineering and math students, and train these students to become effective scientific and technological contributors when entering the STEM workforce.
Scholarships will be awarded for up to two years. New and current students are eligible to apply. Scholarships vary in amount up to $10,000 per year and can be used for tuition, fees, books, supplies, equipment, and other needs. Scholarship recipients will be part of a learning community and will be assigned a faculty mentor with the opportunity to actively participate in faculty-mentored undergraduate research.
Eligibility Criteria: To qualify, students must:
Be a United States citizen, permanent resident, or an eligible non-citizen
Have financial need (as defined for undergraduate students by the U.S. Department of Education criteria for Federal Financial Aid)
Maintain full-time enrollment (minimum of 12 credits per semester)
Have at least a 3.0 GPA
Agree to participate in a one credit seminar, which would include an undergraduate research component, and participate in scholarship program activities
Application Process:
Complete and submit all of the following documents directly to Âé¶¹Ö±²¥:
Students may begin applying for the 2026-2027 academic year in March 2026.
Established in 2021 in memory of Frank Poole, The Frank Poole Memorial Cybersecurity Scholarship fund seeks to award financial assistance to cybersecurity students at the Âé¶¹Ö±²¥ in the amount of $500.
Eligibility criteria:
Possess a high school diploma or its equivalent
Be a resident of Calvert, Charles, Prince George’s or St. Mary’s counties
Possess and maintain a 3.0 cumulative GPA
Be pursuing a certificate or degree in cybersecurity.
Preference will be given to students who demonstrate financial need and who are specializing in digital forensics or information assurance fields.
Established in 2025 by Barbara Ives, this fund supports St. Mary's County residents who are majoring in cybersecurity at Âé¶¹Ö±²¥. The purpose of the Fund is to provide financial assistance for tuition, fees, books, and other related education expenses for students majoring in Cybersecurity in the amount of $1,000. Additionally, the Fund may support programs and initiatives of the Barbara Ives Cyber Lab at Âé¶¹Ö±²¥’s Leonardtown campus.
Eligibility criteria
Students must possess a high school diploma or its equivalent
Reside in St. Mary’s County
Major in Cybersecurity
Provide a statement explaining why a major in Cybersecurity was chosen and how this scholarship will help them achieve their sought-after academic and career goals.
Students may begin applying for the 2026-2027 academic year in March 2026
Established by Destiny Morgan '15 in support of students pursuing an associate degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, or Cybersecurity and Information Technology. The purpose of the Kuinua Together Annual Scholarship is to provide financial assistance for tuition, fees, books, and other related supplies for Âé¶¹Ö±²¥ students pursuing an associate degree in the amount of $1,000.
Eligibility criteria:
Possess a high school diploma or its equivalent
Possess and maintain a 3.2 cumulative grade point average
Be pursuing a degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, or Cybersecurity and Information Technology
Be an underrepresented minority in their field of study.
Applicants will be asked to explain how this scholarship will help them achieve their academic goals.
The Technology Department provides a limited number of free vouchers to students who pass the courses below with an A or B. Student selection will be done each semester (Fall, Spring, Summer). If you have successful completed a course that qualifies for a free voucher, please use the link below to complete the form for selection or scan the QR code.
Requirements: Must have an A or B in appropriate course and respective semester. If selected, you must claim your voucher within 48 hours. If not claimed by then it will be given to the next student on the selected list. For more information contact Ronda Jacobs rljacobs@csmd.edu.
The following courses help students to prepare for the following certifications:
CSC-1110
PCEP (Certified Entry-Level Python Programmer)
PCAP (Certified Associate in Python Programming)
ITS-1055 Introduction to Computing
CompTIA Tech+
ITS-1960 Introduction to Linux
TestOut Linux Pro
CompTIA Linux+
ITS-2090 Computer Security
TestOut Security Pro
CompTIA Security+
ITS-2185 Installing and Configuring Microsoft Client
TestOut Client Pro
ITS-2190 Microsoft Window Server Administration
TestOut Hybrid Server Pro: Core
ITS-2400 Introduction to Cloud Computing
AWS Cloud Practitioner Certification
ITS-2410 Cloud Infrastructure and Services
AWS Solutions Architect Certification
ITS-2500 Ethical Hacking & Penetration Testing
TestOut Ethical Hacker Pro
CompTIA Ethical Hacking Certification
ITS-2527 Enterprise Networking
CompTIA Network +
CCNA
The National Cyber League (NCL) is the most inclusive, performance-based, learning-centered collegiate cybersecurity competition today!
The NCL, powered by Cyber Skyline, enables students to prepare and test themselves against practical cybersecurity challenges that they will likely face in the workforce, such as identifying hackers from forensic data, pen testing and auditing vulnerable websites, recovering from ransomware attacks, and much more!
Open to U.S. high school and college students, the NCL is a community and virtual training ground that allow students to develop and demonstrate their technical cybersecurity skills, helping students bridge the gap from curriculum to career!
This a beginner level competition open to students grades 8 -12 and college undergraduates looking to get an introduction to the world of cybersecurity. Using our online CTF platform, students from all over will compete for top prize. So, get your team together and get ready to rumble!
A free, beginner-friendly, story-driven event where every challenge you complete helps defend, uncover clues, and push back against on-going attacks!
Challenges have you jumping right into the investigation through Linux CLI tools, including Pentesting with the Social-Engineering Toolkit to send phishing emails
Multiple Side Quests for more experienced users
Prizes worth over $150,000: complete challenges throughout the month to earn entries into the massive prize pool, including exclusive swag, top tech gear, Burp Suite Professional licenses, and free exam entires to the Burp Suite Certified Practitioner exam
Microsoft Azure
Students taking ITS credit courses within the Business, Technology, and Public Service Division are entitled to receive certain Microsoft software free of charge. This does not include Microsoft Office which is included in your Office 365 account with the college. Please carefully follow the instructions on that page for registering. If you have followed the instructions and still have difficulty, then contact your instructor. For more information on the
VirtualBox is a virtualization product for enterprise as well as home use. It is a feature rich, high-performance product for enterprise customers, and the only professional solution that is freely available as Open Source Software under the terms of the GNU General Public License (GPL) version 2.
Presently, VirtualBox runs on Windows, Linux, Macintosh, and Solaris hosts and supports a large number of guest operating systems including but not limited to Windows (NT 4.0, 2000, XP, Server 2003, Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 10), DOS/Windows 3.x, Linux (2.4, 2.6, 3.x and 4.x), Solaris and OpenSolaris, OS/2, and OpenBSD.
VirtualBox is being actively developed with frequent releases. VirtualBox is a community effort backed by a dedicated company: everyone is encouraged to contribute while Oracle ensures the product always meets professional quality criteria.
VMware
VMware is free for Technology Department students. You must contact your professor to receive an educational code good for one year.
Amazon Skills Center in Arlington, VA.
FREE Training
Work-Based Learning (Current Students)
Âé¶¹Ö±²¥'s Work-Based Learning is our one stop for employers to connect with current students.
Work-Based Learning (WBL) is an educational strategy that provides students with real-life work experiences where they can apply academic and technical skills and develop their employability.
Âé¶¹Ö±²¥ is committed to expanding education and employment opportunities for students because we know that connecting students to early work experiences can have a positive impact on students’ interest in continuing their education, employment, and future earning potential.
Through collaboration and the implementation of WBL, employers can help shape their future workforce by employing today’s students. Work-Based Learning helps students develop the skills they need to enter and succeed in today’s fast-paced world.
Benefits for Employers
Able to provide work for 15+ hours a week
Grow your own talent with a quick and reliable source of skilled labor
Evaluate potential employees in work settings prior to hiring
Diversify the workforce and reduce recruiting costs
Ensure seasoned experts pass on knowledge
Influence curriculum development to meet industry requirements
College Central Network (Current, Graduating, Alumni Students)
Âé¶¹Ö±²¥'s College Central Network is our one-stop for employers and current, graduating, and alumni students to connect.
First step: Complete the with Âé¶¹Ö±²¥'s Career Center.
How it Works
Employers can post job opportunities FREE of charge on College Central Network® and reach skilled, registered job seekers who are enrolled at or have graduated from the Network's institutions.
Job postings are instantly integrated into each institution's exclusively powered career office management platform and are immediately available to job seekers.
Each job seeker receives a personalized daily Job Alert consisting of all jobs that match their individual career path.
Job seekers view and apply to opportunities using their mobile devices, laptops, or computers.
Who Is Eligible?
Any employer can register for FREE
Employers must meet the institution's requirements in order to be approved.
Approved employers are notified by email and can immediately begin to post unlimited jobs to the institution 24/7.
How do I post a job after my Registration is Approved?
Once approved, an email will be sent with a link to Activate your account.
Sign in using the "Sign In" button.
Under the Job Board section, click Post, Edit, Repost or Expire Job Postings.
Click the Post a New Job button.
Complete the Job Posting Form (be sure to complete all required fields, select majors and job targets, and provide a complete job description).
Click the Save Job Posting button.
You will receive confirmation that your job posting has been saved. You will then be asked if you would like to post another job, return to the list of jobs that you posted, or return to your Account Page. College Central Network for Employers
Âé¶¹Ö±²¥ Courses: Current Students
ITS-2900
Prerequisites/Corequisites: Completion of 45 credits toward an Information Systems, Cloud and Information Technology, or Software Development degree, in which 21 credits must be ITS or CSC courses.
This capstone course provides hands-on and problem-solving experience in many areas of information technology. Students consolidate knowledge and skills gained in coursework in this capstone experience. This course focuses on working with actual business problems as represented in a major case study. Students will be required to complete an individual project, system, program, or research paper which will enhance their skills and marketability. If you have a project, please contact rljacobs@csmd.edu
ITS-2910
Prerequisites/Corequisites: Completion of 45 credits toward an Information Systems, Cloud and Information Technology, or Software Development degree, in which 21 credits must be ITS or CSC courses.
Cooperative Education allows students to combine academic study with on-the-job experience by working on training assignments coordinated by departmental faculty. The major objective of Cooperative Education is the application of classroom theory in a work environment. This course is intended for students who are pursuing a degree in Information Technology. If you have a need for an internship, please contact rljacobs@csmd.edu
Âé¶¹Ö±²¥'s Work-Based Learning (WBL) is our central hub for current students to connect to employers.
WBL is an educational strategy that provides students with real-life work experiences where they can apply academic and technical skills and develop their employability.
Âé¶¹Ö±²¥ is committed to expanding education and employment opportunities for students because we know that connecting students to early work experiences can positively impact their interest in continuing their education, employment, and future earning potential.
Through collaboration and the implementation of WBL, employers can help shape their future workforce by employing today's students. Work-Based Learning helps students develop the skills they need to enter and succeed in today's fast-paced world.
Benefits for Students
Able to work 15+ hours a week
Earn an income and gain work experience
Opportunity to practice skills in real-world scenarios
Work experience in specific occupations
Experience that reinforces academic instruction
Develop work skills to increase employability
Network with potential employers
To apply for a work-based learning opportunity, please complete the student pre-assessment found here: .
College Central Network (Current, Graduating, Alumni Students)
Âé¶¹Ö±²¥'s College Central Network is our one-stop for current, graduating, and alumni students to connect to employers.
Whether you're looking for a job on or off campus, or a paid internship, College Central Network is the primary job posting site for Âé¶¹Ö±²¥ alumni.
You may upload your current resume or use College Central Network's resume template to create a resume and begin the search for the job that's right for you. College Central Network also includes a video and print library on topics related to getting and keeping the job, such as resumes, salary negotiations, and attending job and career fairs to name a few.
Âé¶¹Ö±²¥ Courses (Current Students)
ITS-2900
Prerequisites/Corequisites: Completing 45 credits toward an Information Systems, Cloud and Information Technology, or Software Development degree, in which 21 credits must be ITS or CSC courses.
This capstone course provides hands-on and problem-solving experience in many areas of information technology. Students consolidate knowledge and skills gained in coursework in this capstone experience. This course focuses on working with actual business problems, as represented in a major case study. Students will be required to complete an individual project, system, program, or research paper which will enhance their skills and marketability.
ITS-2910
Prerequisites/Corequisites: Completion of 45 credits toward an Information Systems, Cloud and Information Technology, or Software Development degree, in which 21 credits must be ITS or CSC courses.
Cooperative Education allows students to combine academic study with on-the-job experience by working on training assignments coordinated by departmental faculty. The major objective of Cooperative Education is the application of classroom theory in a work environment. This course is intended for students who are pursuing a degree in Information Technology.
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Science and Technology Directorate offers students a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in homeland security research through the Professional Opportunities for Student Workforce to Experience Research (HS-POWER) Program. This program provides a platform for students to work on cutting-edge research projects at federal research facilities or virtually while also building valuable connections with DHS professionals.
This program is open to undergraduate and graduate students pursuing science, technology, engineering, mathematics (STEM) degrees or other DHS mission-relevant fields. Participants will work on meaningful research projects at federal research facilities or virtually, gaining valuable experience and building connections with DHS professionals.
Eligibility Requirements:
U.S. Citizenship
Minimum GPA of 3.0
Enrollment as a current student at a U.S.-accredited institution
Interest in homeland security research and career goals aligned with the DHS mission
Preference is given to veterans, underrepresented minorities in STEM, and individuals with prior security clearance or relevant experience. Take advantage of this chance to strengthen your skills and significantly impact national security! Your contribution could be the key to enhancing our nation's safety and security.
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For additional information, contact DHS at dhsed@orau.org.
Cyber Career Challenge Schedule
March 2 - Commitment Agreement due
April 10 - Workshop begins: Introduction to program work roles
April 17 - Introduction to the network requirements and team selection
May 1 to June 5 - Teams work independently and receive guidance on network management and pentest prep
June 12 - Pentest
June 15 - Team presentations
Sept. 15 (Optional) Virtual Career Fair
Cyberhawks win “Best New Technology” at MAGIC Hackathon
While most of our college community was enjoying a beautiful Saturday on Feb. 25, five dedicated students competed from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. in a grueling commuter competition that required them to think like entrepreneurs. This article in the Maryland Daily Record documents the success of the team of students that came together for the first time and walked away with second place by successfully creating and pitching a new web application.
Students received instructions at the start of the competition:
Agree on a concept
Design the product
Create a wire-frame to document the design
Build the application
Develop a marketing plan
Pitch the product
The event focuses on the importance of teamwork and leadership, as the event is structured to require multiple students to come together throughout these phases to be successful. Throughout the day, the team received updates from the MAGIC conference volunteers. At 7 p.m., they were the first team to pitch their product, and by 9 p.m., we knew they were winners. Hats off to Jack Gaskins, I’mani Carroll, Oluwatomisin Aina, Clinton Walny, and John Castillo.
internship programs provide training, mentoring, and career development opportunities while working with the best science, engineering, financial, information technology, and business minds in the world.
CAE Federal Careers Information Session. Mark your calendars and join our CAE federal partners for a federal career information session open to CAE students and faculty. These sessions are free and conducted live in real- time over MS Teams, so no travel is required. NSA’s CAE program management office will host the presentations via MS Teams, which employs slides, VOIP, and chat for live interaction. Just click on the link below!
Date: December 4, 2024 Time: 2-4 pm EST
Speakers: National Security Agency (NSA) Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) (DHS) DOD Chief Information Officer ( DOD CIO)
Meeting ID: 292 191 950 495 Passcode: gpi7CH
Tech Talks 2025: Showcasing Innovation and Research in Cybersecurity
Ladies and gentlemen, we are excited to announce the next two Tech Talk events in our series. This year, we are debuting a new Tech Talk format in which we come to you, the AEN, and showcase the work that your faculty and staff have been doing. These Tech Talks will be broadcast to the AEN and CYBERCOM.
Join us as we execute this new format at the University of Texas-El Paso on Thursday, March 6, 2025, and the University of Colorado-Colorado Springs on Thursday, May 8, 2025.
Keynote Address by GEN Timothy Haugh, USCYBERCOM Commander
Fireside Chat with GEN Haugh and Chancellor or Provost at each University
3 or more Research Presentations from University professors
These events are open to students, faculty, staff, Reserve/Guard components, and ROTC members. Don’t miss these opportunities to engage with cutting-edge research and insights from leading experts in the field. We will send the link to the events as time draws near.
Tutoring Services at Âé¶¹Ö±²¥ are FREE and offered through Âé¶¹Ö±²¥ at scheduled times and through ThinkingStorm, our 24/7 virtual tutoring service. No appointments are required.
Tutoring Options
La Plata
Ryan in ST 159/160 Monday 2pm - 6pm (also available on Zoom) Wednesday 10am - 2pm (also available on Zoom) Friday 10am - 2pm
Leonardtown
Lorelei in B 307/308 Wednesday and Thursday 9am - 1 pm (also available on Zoom)
Currently looking for tutors. The technology department is looking for tutors at the La Plata, Leonardtown, and Prince Frederick campuses. We are looking for individuals who can tutor the following subjects: Networking, Python, Java, Database, Digital Forensics, AWS Cloud, MS Server, HTML, and Linux. Student tutors are offered $15/hr. You must have completed the appropriate course with an A or B to tutor it.
For more information to
Please submit resumes to Tutors - All Academic Areas.
Questions can be submitted to Beverly Russell at bdrussell@csmd.edu, or via Microsoft Teams. If you have applied for a tutoring position, please email the Technology department chair to notify them of the application.
Virtual Machine Instructions
Pick an operating system that you want to run as a virtual machine. Some useful downloads are in the links below. (You can either install a Kali Linux VM for cybersecurity purposes or a Ubuntu machine for general Linux command line purposes. Note that Ubuntu may need 2048 MB of memory nowadays to run.)
Instructions: Download VirtualBox (https://www.virtualbox.org/) or VMware Player (VMware Workstation 15.1.0) or, depending on the type of 'Prebuilt Kali Linux Image' of Kali downloaded.
If you have a ISO file, Create a New Virtual Machine, and insert the ISO CD. If you have an existing Virtual Machine, Open the existing Virtual Machine. When prompted: "Are you moving/copying this from another place?" click Yes.
Pick an operating system:
() Go to Kali & More... > Kali Linux Downloads > Virtual Images. Click on Kali Linux VirtualBox Images if you are planning to use it with VirtualBox.org software. Click on Kali Linux VMware Images if you are planning to use it instead with VMware software (ie. Player or Workstation). Click on the Image Name link that ends with .7z (7zip file, can be extracted with ). Note: Unzip your .7z file with 7-Zip at www.7-zip.org. (Kali Default Login Credentials are username: root | password: toor OR username: kali | password: kali) (Note: hashcat 2.00 works on Kali 2016.1 & 2017.1 rather than 2016.2) [ ]
Note: Try not to run too many graphically demanding virtual machines at once. It can slow your PC down. It uses your PC's memory/RAM resources. Only run what you need to get done. To obtain the IP address, you can type 'ipconfig' in the terminal on Linux machines, or in Windows you can go to Start> cmd or Command Prompt > type 'ipconfig' or Start > Type in 'ncpa.cpl' > and double click on the interface > Local Area Connection Status > Details... > IPv4 Address.
Advisory Board
Capitol Technology
Department of Defense (DoD) NAVY
St. Mary's College of Maryland
Calvert County Public Schools
Booz Allen Hamilton (BAH)
National Security Agency (NSA)
NAWCAD
NSWC Indian Head
SMECO
Why Choose Âé¶¹Ö±²¥
Âé¶¹Ö±²¥ offers courses through nationally recognized organizations and degrees for you to pursue opportunities in today’s promising information technology field.
Benefits
Affordable tuition
Training and courses offered locally in Calvert, Charles, and St. Mary’s counties
Connections with local job opportunities
Secure lab for Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) certification
Complete some IT certifications within six weeks
Âé¶¹Ö±²¥ is a Pearson VUE testing center for your IT certifications in (ISC)2, EC-Council, and CompTIA.