The program offers a unique focus on the political and regulatory landscape of cybersecurity, providing real-world insights through expert faculty, guest speakers, and potential site visits in New York City.
The Summer at CGA: Cybersecurity Politics, Policy & Practice program offers high school students an immersive two-week experience in the heart of New York City, focusing on the intricate relationship between cybersecurity, politics, and policy. Students will delve into the geopolitical landscape of cyber threats, analyze data privacy debates, and explore critical infrastructure protection and cyber warfare through engaging case studies and real-world examples. The curriculum also covers ethical implications, balancing security with privacy and innovation, and the security impacts of emerging technologies like AI, blockchain, and IoT. Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of cybersecurity's influence on international relations, national security, and economic stability. The program aims to develop critical thinking skills, provide career advice, and expand professional and academic networks through interactions with expert faculty and guest speakers from organizations such as the New York Office of Technology and Innovation (Cyber Command) and PwC Cyber Threat Intelligence Team. Students will receive a certificate of completion and a transcript, along with an application fee waiver to select NYU SPS graduate programs.
A typical day involves studying with expert faculty, participating in case studies and discussions, and potentially engaging in site visits or guest speaker sessions from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
This program is ideal for high school students considering graduate school or an impactful career in the cyber arena, particularly those interested in the political and policy aspects of cybersecurity.
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