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Cybersecurity Education for IT Professionals

Complete this form to receive the Purdue Global program guide.

Access online resources and engage with the cybersecurity community.

Earn your master's degree or bachelor's degree in cybersecurity online.

Learn online from faculty who are distinguished technology experts, such as Donald McCracken, PhD.

The Purdue Global Cybersecurity Center is a resource for current and prospective IT and cybersecurity students to learn more about our training programs and be more engaged in the cybersecurity community.

The Center also provides resources for government and private sector employers seeking to train or hire employees and offers cybersecurity information for the public in general.

Cybersecurity Education

Many organizations are now identifying cyberattacks themselves instead of relying on external sources. Our online cybersecurity bachelor’s degree helps you develop the skills and knowledge to protect companies from a wide range of cybersecurity threats.

As organizations struggle with tracking and maintaining their internet footprint, the need for well-educated cybersecurity leaders is expected to grow. Our online master's in cybersecurity management helps you prepare for leadership roles directing and protecting critical information infrastructures.

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National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Education Community Seal

Purdue Global has been designated as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Education (CAE-CD) for the Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity and Master of Science in Cybersecurity Management.

Purdue Global's School of Business and Information Technology has received programmatic accreditation for the following programs:

The Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity is accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org.
The Bachelor of Science in Information Technology is accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org.

With ABET accreditation, students, employers, and all those served by the University can be confident that a program meets the quality standards that produce graduates prepared to enter a global workforce.

Purdue Global actively collaborates with a variety of organizations, large and small, to provide the cybersecurity education and training programs their employees need to fulfill their organizations’ missions in the cybersecurity and information technology industries. We can construct custom bundles of courses or create custom content to ensure employees completing the courses can obtain the specific skills required by the organization. Cybersecurity needs have been specifically addressed to create opportunities for corporate partnerships.

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Apprenticeships

Cyber Apprenticeships

Apply for apprenticeship opportunities that can help fund your education while you gain real-world industry experience and training:
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Clubs and Club Meetings

Cybersecurity Clubs and Club Meetings

The Digital Authority of Technology Association (DATA) is a student organization for students from diverse backgrounds in the information technology industry. DATA offers specific areas for cybersecurity, cloud technology, and analytics, but all students, at all levels, are encouraged to join and collaborate. The organization provides a structure for learning both outside and in the academic classroom. The activities are designed for students to gain new skills, study for certifications, and prepare for academic competitions and the real-world scenarios they will face in their careers.

Webinars with industry leader guest speakers are held monthly, on; the third Tuesday of every month at 7:30 pm ET.

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Cybersecurity Competitions

Cybersecurity Competitions and Events for Purdue Global Students

Purdue Global students are active in both campus-based (Midwest Regional Collegiate Cyber Defense Competition) and virtual cybersecurity competitions (National Cyber League - NCL) throughout the year.

Learn more about the cybersecurity competitions that Purdue Global students participate in, including team rankings and individual results.

Read our blog to learn how cybersecurity competitions can benefit students, from sharpening their IT skills to demonstrating their ability to solve diverse cybersecurity issues in real-world scenarios.

Visit the Cybersecurity Center Events Page

Purdue Global faculty and students can support your organization with IT and cybersecurity training, advice, or hands-on support. Please reach out to Associate Dean David Veen at david.veen@purdueglobal.edu to inquire if resources are available in your area.