Cisco invests fourth tranche of scholarships at Denmark Tech to expand cybersecurity talent pipeline
September 17, 2024
Cisco recently announced a significant investment of $625,000 to support Fusion Cyber’s RMF Cybersecurity certificate program through Denmark Technical College in Denmark, South Carolina. This generous contribution will expand the program’s reach to seventy-one students, including thirty-four who will receive full scholarships thanks to an additional grant from the Task Force Movement’s Mission Edge.
“The investment Cisco continues to make in creating a talent pipeline into the transformative field of cybersecurity for veterans, military spouses, and individuals from diverse backgrounds is groundbreaking. Engaging, educating, and empowering our students so they can make an impact on industry and create generational wealth are at the heart of all we do at Denmark Tech, so this partnership among Fusion Cyber, Cisco, and DTC has been a gamechanger for our cybersecurity program and deserving students,” Willie L. Todd, Jr., Ph.D., President, and CEO, Denmark Technical College.
Initially planned to support twenty-five full scholarships, Cisco’s investment will now provide an even greater number of individuals with the opportunity to pursue careers in cybersecurity. This expansion is crucial to addressing the critical shortage of cybersecurity professionals and strengthening the nation’s cyber defenses.
The program is specifically designed to empower veterans, military spouses, and underrepresented groups with the skills and knowledge necessary to excel in the cybersecurity industry. By providing access to quality education and career opportunities, Cisco, TFM, Denmark Technical College, and Fusion Cyber are working to create a more inclusive and resilient cybersecurity workforce.
“Supporting our veterans and military spouses is a cornerstone of our mission,” said Chairman Patrick Murphy at the Task Force Movement. “These scholarships will open doors to exciting and rewarding careers in cybersecurity, empowering these deserving individuals to reach their full potential.”
“We are thrilled to partner with Cisco and the Task Force Movement to expand this vital program,” said Christopher Etesse, CEO at Fusion Cyber. “This investment will make a profound impact on the lives of our students and contribute to a stronger, more secure nation.”
“Cisco is committed to fostering a diverse and skilled cybersecurity workforce,” said Scott McGregor, Social Justice Action Office Director at Cisco. “Investing in the cybersecurity talent pipeline increases our national security, the legacy and sustainability of HBCUs, and the wellbeing of our communities.
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