CYBERSECURITY CENTER FOR IT PROFESSIONALS

Stay up to date on all things cybersecurity

You’re full speed ahead on your cybersecurity career, so we’ve created this cybersecurity hub for IT professionals to help you stay informed and move forward.

Cybersecurity resources

With an ever-changing digital environment, information and opportunities are emerging all the time. Stay up to date on news, conferences, seminars and trends that can help reinforce and grow your expertise in your cybersecurity career. To see more about Capella’s BS in IT, Information Assurance and Cybersecurity program details, check out the career exploration guide.

Cybersecurity resources

Stay on top of cybersecurity trends, jobs, skills and organizations with this list of IT resources.

Industry news

Keep your IT knowledge current with this collection of articles and publications from experts in the industry.

IT events

Stay on top of cybersecurity trends, jobs, skills and organizations with this list of IT resources.

Expert faculty

At Capella, it’s all about learning the skills to help you advance your career. That’s why our academic team is focused on developing a curriculum that follows trends and shifts in the IT industry to design our coursework – teaching you skills that help support your success.

Learn more about Capella’s commitment our cybersecurity learners through our partnership with the School of Business, Technology and Health Care Administration Advisory Board.

Featured faculty

  • James Barker, PhD 
  • Rhonda Chicone, PhD 
  • Susan Ferebee, PhD, EJD
  • John Grillo, DBA
  • Valerie Mills, PhD
  • Terry Kulman, MBA
  • Tamika Williams, MS IT
  • Melissa Conrad, DM 
  • Christopher Gorham, PhD
  • Dr. Jasmine Williams

“The friendly staff and instructors ensured I had everything I needed to be successful. Working full time as a Network Technician meant I need to take classes at times that would work for me. Capella checked off all the boxes!”*

Will Resendes
BS in Information Technology 

*Actual Capella student who is compensated for appearing in Capella promotional materials.

Cybersecurity person of contact

Dr. Melissa Zgola is the academic program director for the department of technology and the person of contact for the Cybersecurity Center.

Melissa Zgola, EdD
Program Director, School of Business, Technology, and Health Care Administration

Dr. Melissa Zgola is an accomplished professional with a diverse educational and professional background. She holds a bachelor's in psychology, master's in counseling, master's in information systems, and an EdD in Education Leadership. Dr. Zgola brings 15 years of experience teaching IT courses in both online and on-campus formats. Known for her strategic and creative thinking, she is a thorough, ethical, and a hardworking professional. Her compassionate and personable nature complements her passion for advancing the technology industry and addressing gender and diversity disparities within the IT field.

Accredited and recognized

Capella University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.

Accreditation and recognitions provide evidence that we meet standards for quality of faculty, curriculum, learner services, and fiscal stability.

See all our accreditations and recognitions.

Flexible cybersecurity programs

In an increasing digital world, cybersecurity is a crucial area of focus. At Capella, our cybersecurity programs are designed with modern solutions in mind and interactive curriculum to help you build applicable industry skills.

Potential savings* of $14,250 on your Master of Science in Information Assurance and Cybersecurity in the GuidedPath learning format with your CISSP® – Certified Information Systems Security Professional.

*Exclusions and conditions apply. Additional fee of $50 assessed each quarter you request documented credit.

Cybersecurity Program Attestation

Capella is committed to providing relevant, holistic and comprehensive cybersecurity training for IT professionals.

What is information assurance and security?

Learn more about the industry outlook and skills needed for information assurance and cybersecurity in the Capella blog.

6 blogs for information technology professionals

Looking for more reading recommendations? Check out six blogs you can reference to stay up to date on IT.