Cyber Security GRC Capstone Fall 2024
Collaboration Overview
About Students
The program includes both new graduates and professionals who are looking to enhance their careers or transition into the cybersecurity industry. Students come from diverse academic and professional backgrounds, bringing a rich variety of perspectives and skills to the projects. The students hope to use all of the following skills in their projects:
- Technical Skills: The students possess strong technical skills in areas such as cybersecurity frameworks, threat analysis, vulnerability assessment, incident response planning, data protection, and information security policies.
- Analytical Abilities: They are trained in critical thinking and problem-solving, which are essential for identifying and addressing cybersecurity challenges.
- Communication Skills: Students are skilled in both written and verbal communication, crucial for collaborating with industry partners and presenting their findings and recommendations.
- Team Dynamics: They are adept at working in teams, navigating team dynamics, and leveraging the strengths of each team member to achieve project goals.
About Program Goals
- Hands-on Experience: The primary goal of the program is to provide students with practical, hands-on experience by working on real-world cybersecurity projects.
- Professional Skills: Students aim to develop and refine their professional skills, such as communication, collaboration, and project management, to enhance their career readiness.
- Industry Knowledge: The program helps students gain in-depth knowledge of global cybersecurity frameworks and best practices, preparing them for successful careers in the industry.
- Career Advancement: By participating in this program, students gain valuable experience and skills that significantly enhance their employability and career prospects.
- Networking Opportunities: The collaboration with industry partners provides students with valuable networking opportunities, which can lead to future job offers and professional connections.
- Portfolio Development: Students can showcase their project work in their professional portfolios, demonstrating their ability to apply their knowledge and skills to real-world challenges.
About the Collaboration Format
The capstone project spans 12 weeks, requiring students to commit a certain number of hours per week. The collaboration is flexible and can be conducted from anywhere. Each project will be supervised by experienced mentors to ensure that the objectives are met and the outcomes are beneficial to both students and industry partners.
Benefits for Industry Partners Include:
Benefits for Industry Partners Include:
- Cost-Free Consulting: Receive pro-bono consulting services from a team of skilled cybersecurity students.
- Innovative Solutions: Gain access to fresh perspectives and innovative solutions to your cybersecurity challenges.
- Talent Pipeline: Identify and evaluate potential hires from a pool of highly trained and motivated students.
- Corporate Social Responsibility: Contribute to the development of the next generation of cybersecurity professionals.
Benefits for Industry Partners
Program Details
Students Include: Certificate Program
Students Enrolled: Students Enrolled
Program Duration: 12 weeks
Program Launch Date: 09/16/24
Program End Date: 12/13/24
Student Commitment: 8-13 Hours hrs/week
Course Format: Capstone, Multiple Projects Multiple Teams
Modality: Fully Remote
# of Projects: 2
View All Program DetailsProject Requirements
| Industry Partner Requirements | |
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| Project Topics | Cybersecurity Information Technology (IT) Legal, Regulatory, Compliance |
| Location Preferences |
Local (within 30 miles) |
| Compensation |
Following compensation will be offered to the students
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| Sponsorship |
No Sponsorship Required |
| Other Requirements | Industry Partner Requirements
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| Project Management Time Commitment | 1 Hour per week |
| Interested Industries | Computers & Hardware Energy & Utilities Finance & Investment Software, AI & Data Telecommunications |
Skills & Expertise
Communications Digital Project Management| Key Program Dates | Due Date |
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Request for Proposal published
Collaboration request published. Industry Partners may express interest in participating.
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Jul 02 2024, 06:28 PM UTC |
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Interview
Educators will begin interviewing interested Industry Partners to discuss project ideas.
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Jul 09 2024, 06:28 PM UTC |
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Proposal Application Deadline
Final date for Industry Partners to express interest in participating.
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Sep 06 2024, 06:28 PM UTC |
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Finalize Project Charter
Educators and Industry Partners finalize project charters, legal documents, and background materials.
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Sep 13 2024, 06:28 PM UTC |
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Official Program Launch
We’ll find a time on this day for you to meet with the students to kick off your project.
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Sep 16 2024 |
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Official Program End
We’ll find a time on this day for you to meet with the students to wrap up your project.
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Dec 13 2024 |
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| Program Title | Cyber Security GRC Capstone Fall 2024 | |
| Organization | Cyber Path Insight | |
| # of Students Enrolled |
15
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| # of Projects Running |
2 Project/s Added (of 2 Projects Expected)
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Program Timeline Project Duration |
Start Date: 09/16/24 End Date: 12/13/24 3 months |
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| Collaboration Overview | ||
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| About Students |
The program includes both new graduates and professionals who are looking to enhance their careers or transition into the cybersecurity industry. Students come from diverse academic and professional backgrounds, bringing a rich variety of perspectives and skills to the projects. The students hope to use all of the following skills in their projects:
Student Level: Certificate Program Student Time Commitment: Full Time Team Structure: 2 - 5 |
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| Program Goals |
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| Format Structure |
Multiple Projects Multiple Teams |
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| Format Title | Capstone | |
| Format Description | The capstone project spans 12 weeks, requiring students to commit a certain number of hours per week. The collaboration is flexible and can be conducted from anywhere. Each project will be supervised by experienced mentors to ensure that the objectives are met and the outcomes are beneficial to both students and industry partners. Benefits for Industry Partners Include:
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| Benefits For Industry Partners | ||
| Project Modality | Fully Remote | |
| Industry Partner Requirements to Participate | ||
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| Project Topics | Cybersecurity Information Technology (IT) Legal, Regulatory, Compliance | |
| Target Industries | Computers & Hardware Energy & Utilities Finance & Investment Software, AI & Data Telecommunications | |
| Skills & Expertise | Communications Digital Project Management | |
| Location Information & Preferences |
Local (within 30 miles) |
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| Sponsorship |
No Sponsorship Required |
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| Compensation |
Following compensation will be offered to the students:
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| Other Requirements | Industry Partner Requirements
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| Expected Time Commitment For Project Managers | 1 Hour per week | |
| Key Program Dates | Due Date |
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Request for Proposal published
Collaboration request published. Industry Partners may express interest in participating.
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Jul 02 2024, 06:28 PM UTC |
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Interview
Educators will begin interviewing interested Industry Partners to discuss project ideas.
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Jul 09 2024, 06:28 PM UTC |
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Proposal Application Deadline
Final date for Industry Partners to express interest in participating.
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Sep 06 2024, 06:28 PM UTC |
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Finalize Project Charter
Educators and Industry Partners finalize project charters, legal documents, and background materials.
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Sep 13 2024, 06:28 PM UTC |
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Official Program Launch
We’ll find a time on this day for you to meet with the students to kick off your project.
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Sep 16 2024 |
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Official Program End
We’ll find a time on this day for you to meet with the students to wrap up your project.
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Dec 13 2024 |
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