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Welcome to the fourth annual Cybersecurity Across Disciplines (CyAD) Summit hosted by the National Cybersecurity Training & Education Center (NCyTE)! 
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The Role of Community Colleges and private industry in Developing Student-Powered SOCs
Thursday June 25, 2026 1:45pm - 2:30pm CDT
BLDG T-404
As cybersecurity threats continue to grow and the workforce gap widens, community colleges are uniquely positioned to play a critical role in developing the next generation of cyber professionals. This presentation explores the value of establishing student-run Security Operations Centers (SOCs) through partnerships between community colleges and local managed service providers (MSPs). Drawing on lessons from workforce development research and practice, including prior work on bridging cybersecurity skills gaps, we highlight how experiential learning models enable students to develop real-world skills in threat monitoring, incident response, and security operations while still in the classroom. The session will examine how collaboration among education, industry, and community partners creates sustainable talent pipelines, strengthens institutional security, and provides employers with job-ready graduates. Attendees will gain practical insights into partnership models, implementation considerations, and measurable benefits for students, colleges, and industry stakeholders seeking scalable, hands-on cybersecurity training solutions.
Speakers
avatar for Kyle Jones

Kyle Jones

Professor/AI Fellow, Sinclair Community College
Kyle Jones is the Assistant Dean of Technology, Grants, and External Partnerships and an AI Faculty Fellow Professor at Sinclair Community College. He leads initiatives at the intersection of artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, cloud computing, and workforce development, with... Read More →
avatar for Shawn Waldman

Shawn Waldman

CEO, SecureCyber
Shawn Waldman is the CEO of SecureCyber and a cybersecurity speaker focused on helping leaders understand and manage cyber risk in practical, real-world terms. He works with local governments, critical infrastructure, and regulated industries and is a frequent presenter on cybersecurity... Read More →
Thursday June 25, 2026 1:45pm - 2:30pm CDT
BLDG T-404
  Cybersecurity Risk and Real World Problem-Solving, Presentation

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