Cybersecurity Center
There are nearly 4,000 cybersecurity job openings in New Mexico alone, and more than 500,000 nationwide. With high demand for cybersecurity professionals, our Cybersecurity Center offers the path to a fulfilling career in this rapidly growing field.
At the Cybersecurity Center, we arm San Juan College students with the expertise and skill sets needed to thrive in this industry. Partnering with local employers, we tailor academic programs to ensure students possess the required knowledge and skills to be highly competitive in the field of cybersecurity.
The Cybersecurity Center facilitates forums for collaboration between students, local business leaders, and partners to address workforce needs, discuss innovation, and stay ahead of industry trends.
National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense (CAE-CD)
SJC is the only two-year institution in New Mexico designated by the National Security Agency (NSA) as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense for our AAS degree in Information Technology with a Cybersecurity Support Certificate.
The Information Technology AAS and Cybersecurity Support Certificate feature a robust curriculum covering key areas such as network security, cryptography, digital forensics, and incident response, ensuring students are prepared for success in the field.
Cybersecurity Resources
SJC Information Technology Training and Resources
Intelligence Community Center for Academic Excellence (IC CAE)
San Juan College is a Minority Serving, IC CAE Legacy Institution. We're committed to maintaining specific standards set by the Intelligence Community, ensuring our programs are diverse, our events are well-managed, our faculty is top-notch, and our curriculum is excellent. We're dedicated to preparing you to become skilled and knowledgeable for important roles in the Intelligence Community.
Cybersecurity Infrastructure Advisory Committee
Comprised of subject matter experts from regional industries, who share valuable insights on the skills employers are looking for, the most in-demand jobs, and where cybersecurity is headed. The committee welcomes community members and businesses. To join, contact the Computer Science and Information Technology Department at computerscience@sanjuancollege.edu or (505) 566-3317.