“ This designation gives students the confidence to know that the Network and Cloud Systems Administration concentration has been vetted as a high-caliber, marketable cybersecurity program,” says Patrick Smith, associate professor of information technology.
Alongside this national recognition, Mountwest unveiled its new cybersecurity center, a cutting-edge facility designed to enhance handson learning. A formal ribbon cutting ceremony took place in March, and attendees had an opportunity to do a walkthrough of the space and observe a capture the flag demonstration.
“ The new cybersecurity range serves as the perfect hub to train our students with curriculum certified by the National Security Agency,” says Dr. Josh Baker, president of Mountwest.“ We will continue to deliver high-quality cybersecurity education and training, ensuring employability and expertise in a critically important and growing field.” •
Mountwest Community and Technical College cybersecurity center lab.
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