The College of Southern Maryland Cybersecurity Center serves as the institution’s focal point for cybersecurity education, program guidance, student development, community outreach, and collaboration with government, education, and industry partners.
The Center supports the continuous improvement and oversight of CSM’s cybersecurity programs of study; promotes cybersecurity awareness and cyber defense education across the college and surrounding community; connects students with clubs, competitions, scholarships, internships, and career opportunities; coordinates faculty and student professional development; and works with external partners to ensure that CSM’s curriculum continues to address evolving cybersecurity and workforce needs.
CSM's Cybersecurity program has been designated a Center of Academic Excellence (CAE-CD) by the National Centers of Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity (NCAE-C), and participates in multiple grant programs that offer various avenues of aid to improve the academic success of students.
The National Centers of Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity (NCAE-C) 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).
Contact the Cybersecurity Center regarding CSM's CAE-CD designation, cybersecurity programs, student activities, partnerships, outreach opportunities, or other Center initiatives.
Hands-on learning of ethical hacking, data breaches, workshops, competitions, and cyber range practice as you learn through doing with fun interactive activities.
Advisor: Lakisha Ferebee
ldferebee@csmd.edu
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Advisor: Joe Burgin jaburgin@csmd.edu
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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
Advisor: Julian Castrence jrcastrence@csmd.edu
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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.
Advisor: Daphne Powell dpowell@csmd.edu
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The mission of the National Cyber League Competition is to prepare the next generation of cybersecurity professionals by providing high school and college students, as well as their coaches, an online, safe platform of real-world cybersecurity challenges. We build pathways for students that lead to successful career placements in the cybersecurity field.
The mission of the Collegiate Cyber Defense Competition is to give students a controlled, competitive environment in which to defend a live business network against an active adversary — balancing security against operational demands, and testing the technical skill, teamwork, and judgment that professional cyber defense requires.
The Collegiate Penetration Testing Competition (CPTC) closes the cybersecurity skills gap by giving college students hands-on experience simulating the work professional security consultants do every day.
Associate Degrees
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Letters of Recognition
Deadline to apply 12/31/2026
Deadline to apply 12/31/2026
For more information, see Transfer Agreements.
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.
https://forms.office.com/r/VqZFDZRve0
The following courses help students to prepare for the following certifications:
CSC-1110
ITS-1055 Introduction to Computing
ITS-1960 Introduction to Linux
ITS-2090 Computer Security
ITS-2185 Installing and Configuring Microsoft Client
ITS-2190 Microsoft Window Server Administration
ITS-2400 Introduction to Cloud Computing
ITS-2410 Cloud Infrastructure and Services
ITS-2500 Ethical Hacking & Penetration Testing
ITS-2527 Enterprise Networking
Cybersecurity is a shared responsibility. CSM provides students, faculty, and staff with information about phishing, strong passwords, multifactor authentication, software updates, online scams, and reporting suspicious activity.
These resources support a secure and resilient technology environment by helping members of the CSM community recognize threats, protect accounts and information, and report suspected security incidents.
Work-Based Learning (Current Students)
CSM'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.
CSM 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
To apply for a work-based learning opportunity, please complete the employer pre-assessment found here: Work Based Learning Info for Employers
College Central Network (Current, Graduating, Alumni Students)
CSM's College Central Network is our one-stop for employers and current, graduating, and alumni students to connect.
First step: Complete the Employer Registration form with CSM'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
CSM 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
College Central Network (Current, Graduating, Alumni Students)
CSM'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 CSM 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. College Central Network for Current, Graduating, Alumni Students
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.
The Industry Advisory Board, established by the college as the Program Advisory Council (PAC), serves as an advisory body that connects the college’s occupational and career programs with the needs and perspectives of the regional workforce community. Its charge is to provide constructive feedback and recommendations on program needs, appropriateness, quality, workforce trends, skill requirements, program outcomes, articulation agreements, and continuing education needs, while also contributing to the college’s outcomes assessment and strategic planning. Membership includes the department chair as council chair, employers and practitioners, representatives from the three Southern Maryland counties, four-year colleges with articulated programs, relevant professional organizations, and CSM faculty and staff. The purpose is to ensure that academic programs remain current, relevant, and responsive to employer and community needs. The council is required to meet at least annually, with the chair submitting an annual summary of its activities by June 1.
CSM offers courses through nationally recognized organizations and degrees for you to pursue opportunities in today’s promising information technology field.
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