Cybersecurity Center News

The National Cyber and AI Virtual Career Fair (For Careers and Internships!) This event is open to students and alumni from nearly 500 institutions designated as Centers of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense (CAE-CD), Cyber Operations (CAE-CO), and Research (CAE-R) and institutions in the Candidate’s Program (pending approval). Date: Tuesday September 22, 2026 Time: 12 […]

The Science, Mathematics, and Research for Transformation (SMART) Scholarship-for-Service Program is now accepting applications. SMART offers a unique opportunity for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) students to advance their education and jumpstart their careers. For over 20 years, SMART has supported thousands of STEM students, fueling innovation and advancing critical technologies. More than a scholarship, SMART scholars […]

We invite students to participate in hackUMBC 2026, a 24-hour hackathon hosted by students on September 26th-27th, 2026 atthe University of Maryland, Baltimore County! This hands-on experience is a great way to build skills, collaborate on innovative projects, and connect with a vibrant tech community. Whether you are starting your very first coding journey or you are an experienced builder […]

HackHounds is a 24‑hour innovation sprint open to students of all majors and experience levels. Participants are encouraged to develop projects in areas such as software, hardware, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, or any domain that sparks their interest. The event is free, beginner‑friendly, and offers workshops, mentorship, meals, swag, and prizes throughout the hackathon. Loyola University Maryland’s annual student‑run hackathon taking place April 11–12. […]

Panelist Include: Howard Greif, Associate Director FINRA, Cyber & Information Security Kristin Karopchinsky, Principal Investigator FINRA, Enforcement Investigations Iman N. Newman, Associate Principal Analyst, FINRA, Regulatory Review & Disclosure Nwamaka Omenka, Director FINRA, Testing and Continuing Education (Moderator) Location: Garrison Hall, Claire Moore Room Date: Tuesday, March 10, 2026 Time: 4:00-5:00pm