The Pensacola State College Cybersecurity Center was established to provide a resource to Pensacola State College students with studies in Cybersecurity and serve as a resource to local businesses and the surrounding communities. The Pensacola State College Cybersecurity Center is a member of the Center for Systems Security and Information Assurance Center based at Moraine Valley Community College.
The Pensacola State College Cybersecurity Center is composed of business partners and affiliates and is managed by Assistant Professor Robert B. Pratten. The Cybersecurity Center, faculty and staff, and the Administration of Pensacola State College are committed to serving the cybersecurity needs of the college students in the areas of curriculum and faculty development.
The Pensacola State College Cybersecurity Program covers a broad expanse of technological concepts and provides individuals with the skills required to implement effective and comprehensive information security controls to protect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information and information systems. Course work includes security network technologies and operating systems, security management, and industry best practices. Students will acquire the skills and hands-on experience with hardware and software that allow them to pursue various industry certifications.
Contact the Information Technology Department at (850) 484-2522 or Assistant Professor Robert B. Pratten at (850) 484-2523 – email rpratten@pensacolastate.edu.