🎙️ Defcon: Cyber – Episode 6 🎙️
In this episode, we welcome John & Maggie Cosgrove of Cosgrove & Associates, our external evaluation partners for the NSF ATE grant. 📊🎓 Hosted at Johnston Community College (JCC) in Smithfield, North Carolina, this episode explores how evaluation plays a vital role in advancing and assessing the impact of our cybersecurity initiatives.

🔍 The Power of Evaluation 🔍
The Cosgroves bring years of experience as NSF ATE evaluators and join us to share insights on the importance of program evaluation, how it supports continuous improvement, and why collaboration between project teams and evaluators is critical for long-term success. We dive into their process, perspectives, and their visit with the JCC team to review our progress and next steps.

🎯 Measuring What Matters 🎯
From setting measurable goals to assessing student outcomes and industry engagement, John and Maggie highlight key tools and strategies that help us stay aligned with our mission and NSF expectations. Whether you’re a new grant team or a seasoned PI, their insights offer value and direction.

🏫 About JCC 🏫
Since 1969, Johnston Community College has empowered students through education and workforce development. As a proud member of the North Carolina Community College System, we serve over 13,000 students annually across credit and non-credit programs.

📍 Our scenic 175-acre campus—just 30 miles east of Raleigh—features modern facilities, ponds, and career-focused learning environments. With 35+ occupational programs and growing cybersecurity pathways, we are shaping tomorrow’s professionals.

Connect With Us!
For more information or to get involved, contact our team:
📧 Ryan Bradshaw: ⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠
📧 David Oliver: ⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠
📧 Daphne Lewis: ⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠
📧 Brian Worley: ⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠
📧 Bob Hildenbrand: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠

🌐 JCC Cyber HQ Webpage: ⁠Cyber Defense HQ⁠
JCC is proud to be an equal opportunity educational and employment institution, fostering success in an inclusive and collaborative environment. 🤝💡

🎧 Don’t miss this insightful episode where we explore how meaningful evaluation fuels meaningful change. Hit play and join the conversation! 🎙️🔐

🎙️ Defcon: Cyber – Episode 5 🎙️
In this episode, we dive into some exciting new developments and opportunities at Johnston Community College (JCC). 🌐 Hosted on our beautiful campus in Smithfield, North Carolina, this podcast is your gateway to understanding today’s dynamic cybersecurity landscape!

🎉 Celebrating CAE Designation! 🎉
We’re thrilled to announce that JCC has recently received the prestigious National Security Agency (NSA) Center for Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity (CAE) designation. This recognition underscores our commitment to providing high-quality cybersecurity education and training, enhancing our ability to prepare students for success in this critical field.

🌟 Carolina Cyber Network Spring Gathering 🌟
We also discuss our participation in the Carolina Cyber Network Spring Gathering, where collaboration and innovation were front and center. Networking with peers and industry leaders continues to strengthen our mission to advance cybersecurity education across North Carolina.

💼 Internship Opportunities Abound 💼
From local industries to broader partnerships, we’re seeing a robust array of internship opportunities for our cybersecurity students. These real-world experiences are critical for skill-building and career readiness.

🏫 About JCC 🏫
Since 1969, Johnston Community College has been committed to empowering students with education and skills for the future. 💼🎓 As part of the North Carolina Community College System, JCC serves 13,000+ students annually through credit and non-credit programs.

📍 Located just 30 miles east of Raleigh, our 175-acre campus features state-of-the-art facilities, serene ponds, and vibrant landscapes. 🌳🏞️ With 35+ occupational programs and a robust lineup of continuing education courses, JCC prepares students to excel in today’s workforce. 🚀

📢 Connect With Us! 📢
For more information or inquiries, reach out to our team:
📧 Ryan Bradshaw: ⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠
📧 David Oliver: ⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠
📧 Daphne Lewis: ⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠
📧 Brian Worley: ⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠
📧 Bob Hildenbrand: ⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]

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🌐 JCC Cyber HQ Webpage: Cyber Defense HQ

JCC is proud to be an equal educational and employment opportunity institution, fostering success in a welcoming and inclusive environment. 🤝💡

🎧 Don’t miss an episode as we dive into cybersecurity trends, challenges, and opportunities. Hit play, and let’s get started! 🎙️🔐

In this episode we interview, Bob Hildenbrand, our new Cybersecurity Career Coach at JCC.

We’re thrilled to bring you engaging discussions and insights on cybersecurity, proudly supported by funding from the National Science Foundation’s ATE Program. 🌐 Hosted on the beautiful campus of Johnston Community College (JCC) in Smithfield, North Carolina, this podcast is your gateway to understanding today’s dynamic cybersecurity landscape! 🔒✨

🏫 About JCC 🏫Since 1969, Johnston Community College has been committed to empowering students with education and skills for the future. 💼🎓 As part of the North Carolina Community College System, JCC serves 13,000+ students annually through credit and non-credit programs.

📍 Located just 30 miles east of Raleigh, our 175-acre campus features state-of-the-art facilities, serene ponds, and vibrant landscapes. 🌳🏞️ With 35+ occupational programs and a robust lineup of continuing education courses, JCC prepares students to excel in today’s workforce. 🚀

📢 Connect With Us! 📢For more information or inquiries, reach out to our team:

📧 Ryan Bradshaw: ⁠⁠[email protected]

⁠⁠📧 David Oliver: ⁠⁠[email protected]

⁠⁠📧 Daphne Lewis: ⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠

📧 Brian Worley: ⁠⁠[email protected]⁠

📧 Bob Hildenbrand: ⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠

🌐 JCC Cyber HQ Webpage: ⁠Cyber Defense HQ⁠

JCC is proud to be an equal educational and employment opportunity institution, fostering success in a welcoming and inclusive environment. 🤝💡

🎧 Don’t miss an episode as we dive into cybersecurity trends, challenges, and opportunities. Hit play, and let’s get started! 🎙️🔐

In this episode we talk with JCC IT / Cybersecurity faculty, Greg Rasner, Tim Boyd, and Alan Gruver on their reflections of the Raleigh, NC InfoSeCon 2024 Conference.

We’re thrilled to bring you engaging discussions and insights on cybersecurity, proudly supported by funding from the National Science Foundation’s ATE Program. 🌐 Hosted on the beautiful campus of Johnston Community College (JCC) in Smithfield, North Carolina, this podcast is your gateway to understanding today’s dynamic cybersecurity landscape! 🔒✨

🏫 About JCC 🏫
Since 1969, Johnston Community College has been committed to empowering students with education and skills for the future. 💼🎓 As part of the North Carolina Community College System, JCC serves 13,000+ students annually through credit and non-credit programs.

📍 Located just 30 miles east of Raleigh, our 175-acre campus features state-of-the-art facilities, serene ponds, and vibrant landscapes. 🌳🏞️ With 35+ occupational programs and a robust lineup of continuing education courses, JCC prepares students to excel in today’s workforce. 🚀

📢 Connect With Us! 📢
For more information or inquiries, reach out to our team:
📧 Ryan Bradshaw: ⁠[email protected]⁠
📧 David Oliver: ⁠[email protected]⁠
📧 Daphne Lewis: ⁠[email protected]⁠
📧 Brian Worley: ⁠[email protected]⁠

🌐 JCC Cyber HQ Webpage: Cyber Defense HQ

JCC is proud to be an equal educational and employment opportunity institution, fostering success in a welcoming and inclusive environment. 🤝💡

🎧 Don’t miss an episode as we dive into cybersecurity trends, challenges, and opportunities. Hit play, and let’s get started! 🎙️🔐

😎 Welcome to the DEFCON: Cyber Podcast!

We are excited to bring you engaging discussions and insights on cybersecurity, supported by funding from the National Science Foundation's ATE program. This podcast is hosted on the campus of Johnston Community College, located in Smithfield, North Carolina.

Johnston Community College (JCC) has been proudly serving students since 1969, offering associate degrees, certificates, and diplomas in a variety of programs, including college transfer, occupational, technical, and continuing education. As a member of the North Carolina Community College System, JCC welcomes over 13,000 students annually in both credit and non-credit programs.

Situated just 30 miles east of Raleigh, our 175-acre campus features state-of-the-art facilities, scenic ponds, and beautiful landscapes, providing an excellent learning environment for students. With around 35 occupational programs of study and numerous continuing education courses, JCC offers a wealth of opportunities to prepare for today’s dynamic workforce.

For more information or inquiries, feel free to reach out to our team:

• Website: ⁠⁠johnstoncc.edu⁠⁠

• Ryan Bradshaw: ⁠[email protected]⁠

• David Oliver: ⁠[email protected]⁠

• Daphne Lewis: ⁠[email protected]⁠

• Brian Worley: ⁠[email protected]⁠

Johnston Community College is an equal educational and employment opportunity institution, dedicated to fostering success in a welcoming, diverse environment.

JCC Cyber HQ Webpage: https://www.johnstoncc.edu/programs/business/information-technology/cyber-defense-hq.aspx

SHOW NOTES:

Here’s a link to the Apex Water bill attack:

https://abc11.com/videoClip/15428720/ 

https://www.apexnc.org/239/Utility-Account-Access-Payment 

Welcome to the DEFCON: Cyber Podcast!

We are excited to bring you engaging discussions and insights on cybersecurity, supported by funding from the National Science Foundation's ATE program. This podcast is hosted on the campus of Johnston Community College, located in Smithfield, North Carolina.

Johnston Community College (JCC) has been proudly serving students since 1969, offering associate degrees, certificates, and diplomas in a variety of programs, including college transfer, occupational, technical, and continuing education. As a member of the North Carolina Community College System, JCC welcomes over 13,000 students annually in both credit and non-credit programs.

Situated just 30 miles east of Raleigh, our 175-acre campus features state-of-the-art facilities, scenic ponds, and beautiful landscapes, providing an excellent learning environment for students. With around 35 occupational programs of study and numerous continuing education courses, JCC offers a wealth of opportunities to prepare for today’s dynamic workforce.

For more information or inquiries, feel free to reach out to our team:

Johnston Community College is an equal educational and employment opportunity institution, dedicated to fostering success in a welcoming, diverse environment.

Welcome to the DEFCON: Cyber Podcast!

We are excited to bring you engaging discussions and insights on cybersecurity, supported by funding from the National Science Foundation. This podcast is hosted on the campus of Johnston Community College, located in Smithfield, North Carolina.

Johnston Community College (JCC) has been proudly serving students since 1969, offering associate degrees, certificates, and diplomas in a variety of programs, including college transfer, occupational, technical, and continuing education. As a member of the North Carolina Community College System, JCC welcomes over 13,000 students annually in both credit and non-credit programs.

Situated just 30 miles east of Raleigh, our 175-acre campus features state-of-the-art facilities, scenic ponds, and beautiful landscapes, providing an excellent learning environment for students. With around 35 occupational programs of study and numerous continuing education courses, JCC offers a wealth of opportunities to prepare for today’s dynamic workforce.

For more information or inquiries, feel free to reach out to our team:

Johnston Community College is an equal educational and employment opportunity institution, dedicated to fostering success in a welcoming, diverse environment.