Detroit Mercy students recently showcased their skills in a real-world cybersecurity challenge organized by the Department of Cybersecurity & Information Systems. With twenty-five participants forming ten teams, the event was open to all majors and provided a platform for graduate and undergraduate students to apply their knowledge in a practical setting. The challenge tested students’ theoretical knowledge and honed their problem-solving abilities in practical, real-time situations. Reflecting the complexities of the professional world, the competition provided a unique opportunity for participants to showcase their aptitude in cybersecurity. “Students worked under pressure to apply what they’ve learned in our classrooms to troubleshoot and fix seven technical issues on a variety of network servers,” said Anne Kohnke, associate professor of Cybersecurity and director of the Detroit Mercy Center for Cyber Security & Intelligence Studies. “Given the nature of competitions and the skills demanded of the students, cybersecurity competitions are analogous to work experience.” Students competed for highest score and best documentation. The winners were:
“As Detroit Mercy students continue to excel in the cybersecurity field, their contributions are anticipated to play a crucial role in shaping the evolving landscape of digital security,” said Kohnke. |
