OKLAHOMA CITY, Oklahoma (Feb. 27, 2024) – Oklahoma City Community College has been designated as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense (CAE-CD) through academic year 2027 by the U.S. National Security Agency (NSA).
The Cyber/Information Security Program at OCCC has been a leader in bringing information security education opportunities to our Oklahoma City constituents since the program’s inception in 2003.
In a letter notifying OCCC of the accolade, NSA National CAE Program Manager Karen Leuschner said, “Your ability to meet the increasing demands of the program criteria will serve the nation well in contributing to the protection of the National Information Infrastructure. The National Cyber Strategy, September 2018, addresses the critical shortage of professionals with cybersecurity skills and highlights the importance of higher education as a solution to defending America’s cyberspace. A highly skilled cybersecurity workforce is a strategic national security advantage. The U.S. Government will continue to invest in and enhance programs that build the domestic talent pipeline, from primary through postsecondary education. Education is the key to promoting these ideals.”
The Cyber/Information Security program is housed under the Computer Science Department at OCCC. Student success is a high priority in the Computer Science Department as well as the Business and Information Technology (BIT) Division. For more information, contact Professor of Computer Science and Department Chair Sara Mathew.
About Oklahoma City Community College
Since its inception in 1972, Oklahoma City Community College (OCCC) has been the heartbeat of the metro, dedicated to empowering learners and strengthening communities. Serving more than 18,000 students, we are committed to producing leaders. “Student Success, Community Enrichment” is our mission, and we offer more than 87 degrees and certificate programs that provide a foundation for further education or immediate career readiness. We remain dedicated to providing accessible, affordable, high-quality education that equips students to achieve personal and professional goals. OCCC is more than an institution; we are a community catalyst, fostering growth and success in our city, our workforce, and the lives of our students. Discover your potential at OCCC, where your future is our purpose.
Media Contact:
Sarah Barrow
Executive Director of Communication
sarah.barrow@occc.edu
405-834-5406
