With Georgia becoming known as the Cyber Capital of the World, Gov. Brian Kemp wants to expand opportunities for high school girls and college students to develop their skills and explore careers in the cyber industry.
Monday, Kemp announced a new partnership with the SANS Institute, a company that specializes in information security, cybersecurity training and selling certificates. The partnership will focus on two programs — Girls Go CyberStart and Cyber FastTrack.
Girls Go CyberStart, open to high school aged girls, is a free online game which encourages participants to explore their interests in cyber studies, learn core cyber security skills, and build confidence in problem-solving. According to the company’s website, more than 6,600 high school girls played Girls Go CyberStart in 2018.
The Cyber FastTrack program is open to all college students and offers access to a highly interactive online course and necessary tools to develop their cyber skills.
“Georgia is fast becoming the Cyber Capital of the World, so we must have a workforce ready to take on the jobs of the 21st century,” said Gov. Kemp. “Girls Go CyberStart encourages young women to get involved in a growing industry in our state, and I am excited to see this great partnership provide opportunities to these hardworking Georgians.”
“This is a great opportunity for students in Georgia, and I appreciate Governor Kemp’s support for the cyber industry in our state,” said Rep. Jodi Lott (R – Evans). “After the recent opening of the Georgia Cyber Center in Augusta, these programs offer a clear next step in ensuring Georgia’s leadership in the cyber industry for years to come.”
Complete details may be found at girlsgocyberstart.org and cyber-fasttrack.org.
