Center for Cybersecurity and Forensics Education and Research (CyFER)
NU Center for Cybersecurity and Forensics Education and Research (CyFER) is a formally established entity for the development of emerging, advanced and next-generation computing technologies.
CyFER serves students and faculty and is used for deploying specialist learning environments for the Computer Security & Information Assurance (CSIA) program, for fostering a culture of research among students, for outreach activities and for providing physical infrastructure for the very best students to manage and maintain.
There aren’t enough people with the knowledge and skills to fill all the open security positions in today’s information economy.
ËÄ»¢Ó°ÊÓ offers three cybersecurity programs: Bachelors of Science in Computer Security and Information Assurance (CSIA), Bachelors of Science in Cyber Security online degree completion program and Masters of Science in Information Security and Assurance (MSISA).
The services of our graduates at all levels are in high demand by private industry, government, law enforcement, the military, health services and academia. Whether they’re focused on computer network security, malware, forensics or cyberinvestigation, our students and will be well prepared for the kind of job that never gets stale, and protects our country and private interests.
With a focus on both theory and hands-on experience, ËÄ»¢Ó°ÊÓ provides a truly unique program using state-of-the-art forensic tools unheard of at other institutions of this size. ËÄ»¢Ó°ÊÓ faculty make sure students at all levels and programs have a command of the basics and then find opportunities for them both to work with real companies on real cases.
ËÄ»¢Ó°ÊÓ is recognized by the National Centers of Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity Cyber Defense
with a CAE-CD designation. ËÄ»¢Ó°ÊÓ has held this Cyber Defense designation since 2001. .
GenCyber Teacher Training Camp
ËÄ»¢Ó°ÊÓ is proud to host its second Residential GenCyber Teacher Camp wholly funded by a grant awarded by the National Security Agency and the National Science Foundation. This week-long residential camp will be held Monday, June 24 through Friday, June 28, 2024. As part of the full GenCyber experience, you will also attend a day-long "CyberTaster" session in Spring 2024.
Latest news from the Senator Patrick Leahy School of Cybersecurity and Advanced Computing
Exploring the Intersection of Artificial Intelligence and Data Science: ËÄ»¢Ó°ÊÓ and NUARI's Colloquium on Collaboration and Innovation
By showcasing four pioneering testbeds and expert panel discussions, the colloquium underscored the institutions' dedication to advancing AI research and its practical applications, fostering a collaborative environment where innovation and knowledge-sharing thrive.
Summer of Cyber
This summer, ËÄ»¢Ó°ÊÓ hosted high school and college students, educators, and military leaders for multiple enriching events focused on expanding their cyber knowledge to new levels.
Summer of Cyber: Information Warfare Exercise
ËÄ»¢Ó°ÊÓ recently hosted an Information Warfare Exercise (IWE) for ËÄ»¢Ó°ÊÓ, Virginia Military Institute (VMI), The Citadel, Texas A&M, Virginia Tech, and the University of North Georgia (UNG) Information Warfare interns and faculty and Division staff from the Army's 10th Mountain Division.
ËÄ»¢Ó°ÊÓ's Cyber Timeline
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CyFER Contacts
DIRECTOR
Huw O. L. Read
1 (802) 485-2007
hread@norwich.edu
NORWICH UNIVERSITYÂ
Vice President, Information Technology
George J. Silowash
George.silowash@norwich.edu
NORWICH UNIVERSITY
Associate VP, Information Security / CISO
Chip Bacon
cbacon@norwich.edu