Posted: Nov 7, 2022, 2:20 PM
Governor John Bel Edwards Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) Director Jen Easterly announced the launch of the Louisiana-funded CYBER.ORG Range during a press conference and ribbon cutting at the Cyber Innovation Center in Bossier City Monday.
Joined by local and state officials and dignitaries, Edwards and Easterly said the program is designed to help K-12 students build cybersecurity skills through hands-on knowledge. The program is designed to address what officials said is a nationwide shortage of cybersecurity professionals.
CYBER.ORG Range provides students with free resources and builds educator confidence in teaching cybersecurity. Teachers will guide students in using real-world tools common in cyber-attacks and learn how to defend against them. Tools are available for all students, but with an emphasis on those in high school.
To learn more, please visit the website, CYBER.ORG.