CCRI's Cybersecurity : Pathways and Practices 2026

Explore pathways into cybersecurity through a panel of professionals! Participate in hands-on workshops, tour labs and our Cyber Range.
About this Event

Join us on October 21, 2026 at 6:00 PM (Eastern Time) at the Newport County Campus - Community College of Rhode Island (CCRI) and hear from our cyber panelists as they share how they entered the field and the steps that led them to their current careers! Learn about CCRI's Cybersecurity degree and certificate programs. Mingle and connect with the CCRI community including the Cybersecurity faculty, Cyber Club, Cyber Alumni and CCRI's support services!

Following the panel discussion, join us in designated networking zones for informal conversations and questions with industry professionals from banking and defense, our Cyber alumni, Cyber faculty and CCRI services. We also invite you to explore our break sessions which include a tour of our Networking Lab and Cyber Range, participating in a hands-on cyber workshop experience or get more information about K-12 Cybersecurity and technology programs.

Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting out, this event is perfect for anyone interested in hearing more about the field of cybersecurity. Don't miss out on this opportunity. See you there!

Agenda

🕑: 05:30 PM
Doors Open
🕑: 05:30 PM - 06:00 PM
Check in and Information Gathering

Info: Visit Cyber and CCRI Services Tables - Tour our Cyber Range and Networking Labs

🕑: 06:00 PM - 06:30 PM
Cyber Range Demonstration
🕑: 06:00 PM - 06:45 PM
Welcome and Opening Remarks

Info: Vice President of Academics Affairs , Dr. Marianne Raimondo

🕑: 06:45 PM - 08:00 PM
Panel Discussion

Info: Director of Cybersecurity Program, Michael Kelly -- Moderator

🕑: 08:00 PM - 09:15 PM
Networking Zones with Industry Professionals, Alumni and CCRI Services

Info: Opportunity to have informal conversations with our industry guests and support groups. Mingle and network with variety of zones including banking and defense industry.

🕑: 08:00 PM - 09:15 PM
Break out Sessions

Info: Explore our Cyber range, get experience with a hands-on exercise led by our cyber club members , discuss Cybersecurity and technology programs available for K-12.