Arizona Western College unveils the new Fernandez Family Cyber Security Lab

May 1, 2024
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Arizona Western College has officially opened the Fernandez Family Cyber Security Lab, allowing students to earn certificates in cyber security. The lab is funded through a $15 million allocation for workforce development programs and will offer certifications in Network Security and Security Operations. The lab is named after the Fernandez family, including Charlene Fernandez and her son Brian. The lab will be fully operational for the fall semester.

Arizona Western College in Yuma has recently opened the Fernandez Family Cyber Security Lab, providing students with the opportunity to earn certificates in cyber security. This lab, funded through a $15 million allocation for workforce development programs, offers certifications in Network Security and Security Operations. The lab, located in the Business Administration building on the Yuma main campus, is named after the Fernandez family, including Charlene Fernandez and her son Brian, who have been actively involved in government roles. The lab will be fully operational for the upcoming fall semester, allowing students like Sirius Ortiz to pursue a career in cyber security. This initiative highlights the college’s commitment to providing students with opportunities in emerging fields like cyber security.

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