AUGUSTA — The National Centers of Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity have recognized the University of Maine at Augusta as a Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense. This prestigious recognition is awarded to educational institutions that meet rigorous standards and signifies that UMA is a leader in cybersecurity education, with a curriculum that meets high national standards and aligns with industry needs.
Dr. Henry Felch, professor of cybersecurity and director of the Maine Cyber Range says, “This recognition demonstrates to our current and future students that our curriculum has been rigorously evaluated and peer reviewed and that it meets the highest standards established by the The National Centers of Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity.”
The CAE-CD designation enables UMA to collaborate with government agencies, industries, and other academic institutions within the Centers of Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity Community on cutting-edge cybersecurity projects. Students have enhanced opportunities for workshops; research; internships; job placements; and networking with other institutions, industry partners, and agencies like the National Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security.
“We are delighted that UMA’s exemplary cybersecurity program has received national recognition for its excellence in cyber defense,” says Jenifer Cushman, president of University of Maine at Augusta. “We look forward to increased collaboration with other entities and enhanced opportunities for our students as a result of this recognition.”
UMA graduates can expect better job placement prospects due to the alignment between the CAE-CD curriculum and workforce needs. Graduates are more attractive to employers, particularly for roles requiring advanced knowledge of cyber defense and security, in both private and government sectors where CAE-CD credentials are highly esteemed.
To learn more about the CAE-CD awarded bachelor of science cybersecurity program at UMA, as well as our master’s and accelerated master’s programs, visit uma.edu/cyber.
The NCAE-C program is managed by the National Security Agency, and housed within NSA’s schoolhouse, The National Cryptologic University. The National Cryptologic University designs, develops, and delivers curriculum in cryptology, cybersecurity, language, and leadership to members of the Intelligence Community.
UMA transforms the lives of students of every age and background across the State of Maine and beyond through access to high-quality distance and on-site education, excellence in student support, civic engagement, and professional and liberal arts programs. For more information, please visit https://www.uma.edu/.
