Center for Cybersecurity and Forensics Education and Research (CyFER)
NU Center for Cybersecurity and Forensics Education and Research (CyFER) is a formally established entity for the development of emerging, advanced and next-generation computing technologies.
CyFER serves students and faculty and is used for deploying specialist learning environments for the Computer Security & Information Assurance (CSIA) program, for fostering a culture of research among students, for outreach activities and for providing physical infrastructure for the very best students to manage and maintain.
There aren’t enough people with the knowledge and skills to fill all the open security positions in today’s information economy.
Norwich offers two cybersecurity programs: Bachelors of Science in Computer Security and Information Assurance (CSIA), Bachelors of Science in Cyber Security online degree completion program.
The services of our graduates at all levels are in high demand by private industry, government, law enforcement, the military, health services and academia. Whether they’re focused on computer network security, malware, forensics or cyberinvestigation, our students and will be well prepared for the kind of job that never gets stale, and protects our country and private interests.
With a focus on both theory and hands-on experience, Norwich provides a truly unique program using state-of-the-art forensic tools unheard of at other institutions of this size. Norwich faculty make sure students at all levels and programs have a command of the basics and then find opportunities for them both to work with real companies on real cases.
Norwich University is recognized by the National Centers of Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity Cyber Defense
with a CAE-CD designation. Norwich has held this Cyber Defense designation since 2001. Read more about the NSA sponsored NCAE-C program.
Latest news from the Senator Patrick Leahy School of Cybersecurity and Advanced Computing
AI for the Greater Good: Vermont Sen. Peter Welch, Norwich University, and NUARI, Partner on Humanitarian Disaster Response Initiative
On November 16, 2024, the Norwich University AI Center, in collaboration with Norwich University Applied Research Institutes (NUARI), hosted a unique one-day event focused on "AI and Humanitarian Disaster Response" for high school students and new Norwich students hoping to learn about AI, all inspired by a challenge from Vermont Senator Peter Welch.
Norwich University and NUARI hosted Vermont Senator Peter Welch for the AI and Humanitarian Disaster Response event
On Saturday, November 16th, the AI Center alongside the Norwich University Applied Research Institutes (NUARI) was privileged to host Vermont Senator Peter Welch for a hands on exercise in using AI to respond to humanitarian disasters.
Bill Lyons and Dr. Robin Saunders appointed to oversee multiple online programs
Through a competitive selection process, Norwich University’s College of Graduate and Continuing Studies (CGCS) has appointed Bill Lyons to oversee and facilitate cybersecurity, diplomacy, and strategic studies programs and Dr. Robin Saunders as the Cybersecurity and Information Systems Academic Director.
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CyFER Contacts
DIRECTOR
Huw O. L. Read
1 (802) 485-2007
hread@norwich.edu
NORWICH UNIVERSITY
Vice President, Information Technology
George J. Silowash
George.silowash@norwich.edu
NORWICH UNIVERSITY
Associate VP, Information Security / CISO
Chip Bacon
cbacon@norwich.edu