The OPI-ICS Security course is designed to be a Train-the-Trainer type of faculty development. The participant will gain an understanding of fundamental techniques in defending Critical Infrastructures, primarily those in the Energy, Water/Wastewater, Transportation Systems, and Critical Manufacturing sectors. The hands-on exercises will be conducted utilizing the Docker virtualization technology, an Open Platform Infrastructure.
Note: Travel expenses (Air fare/mileage + hotel + food) will be reimbursed up to $1200 with receipt.
Eligibility: The face-to-face workshop will be offered to 30 eligible STEM faculty participants who are involved in cybersecurity or critical infrastructure security courses or programs. The program is open to US citizens or residents who are full-time STEM faculty at US institutions.
Application Deadline: November 29, 2024 (first-come, first-served basis)
Workshop Schedule (
limited to 30 participants)
December 12, 2024 (Thursday) (all times Central)
8:00am - 12:00pm Lectures + hands-on
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Lunch
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Lectures + hands-on
4:00 pm - Dinner on your own
December 13, 2024 (Friday) (all times Central)
8:00 - 12:00 pm Lectures + hands-on
12:00 pm Debrief + lunch
1:00 pm Departure
Event Address: 220 W Garden Street, Suite 250 Pensacola, FL 32502
Please send inquiries to gfranciaiii@uwf.edu