Nilanjan Banerjee, professor of computer science and electrical engineering (Marlayna Demond '11/UMBC

UMBC researchers designed the Cybersecurity for Manufacturing Operational Technology (CyMOT) program to help manufacturing professionals grow their cybersecurity skills, protecting the sector from cyber threats and increasing their career opportunities. Now, the program has received significant additional funding to expand its impact. 

The CyMOT program -- launched in 2020 in collaboration with the Chicago-based MxD (Manufacturing x Digital) and UMBC Training Centers -- has been renewed with a $1.2 million grant from the U.S. Department of Defense's Office of Local Defense Community Cooperation (OLDCC). The funding will support the implementation of new training curricula around machine learning and cybersecurity.

"In recent years, there has been a large number of cyber attacks on the manufacturing sector," says Nilanjan Banerjee, professor of computer science and electrical engineering and the grant's principal investigator. To address this rising concern, Banerjee explains, CyMOT aims to "make sure that people that are in the manufacturing business can get trained and upskilled in cybersecurity concepts around manufacturing."

Read more about the CyMOT program in this UMBC News article.

Dear UMBC Community,

As the weather grows colder, we want to take this opportunity to update you on UMBC's response to inclement weather and our policies and procedures for weather-related delays and closures. 

Please sign up for our emergency text alerts. This is the most effective way to receive urgent updates for weather-related delays, closures, and campus emergencies. In addition to text alerts, we will also post alerts on both the UMBC homepage and myUMBC. 

Please note that the decision to close campus or open late applies to the UMBC campus only.  For community members not located on campus, please follow the protocols for your specific location. This includes:

• Shady Grove Campus -- Visit the Universities at Shady Grove campus alerts website.
• bwtech@UMBC -- Email crice@umbc.edu to sign up for the bwtech@UMBC text alert system.
• Columbus Center -- The Columbus Center follows University of Baltimore policies and procedures during inclement weather due to its proximity.

When it becomes necessary to close the campus for inclement weather, employees designated essential personnel must report. Decisions about Administrative Leave for all other employees will be made based on the weather conditions that day and communicated accordingly.

If campus remains open, please use personal judgment when traveling to and from campus as weather and road conditions vary by your personal location. The decision about whether it is safe to travel ultimately rests with each individual. Please be sure to communicate early and often with your supervisor should you have any concerns. It is our goal to keep you safe and warm this winter.

UMBC's full policies and procedures for inclement weather are available on this webpage. It includes information on how and when decisions are made, response plans, and details on how delays and closures impact events, parking, and more. 

Wishing you and your families a happy and healthy holiday season.

Kathy L. Dettloff, Vice President for Administration and Finance

Attention all UMBC student employees!  

What could be better than having an on-campus job?

Having an on-campus job and getting a notation on your transcript that tells employers you made the effort to enhance your professional development!

Interested in gaining a competitive edge in the job market? Sign up for PRAC 102- Building Skills for Career Success this Spring semester. Don’t worry, it’s not a formal class! With the minimal commitment of attending a few workshops and career events, you will be better prepared for the world of work and have the proof on your college transcript to show your employer.

DEADLINE TO REQUEST ENROLLMENT: Thursday, March 2,2023

Make your campus experience count! Enroll TODAY! Enrollment is limited to the first 40 student employees. Don’t let this opportunity pass you by!  

Open to all levels and majors. You must be a UMBC student employee working at least eight hours per week on campus. 

How to Register Online

1. Log in to Handshake, then navigate to Career Center > Experiences.

2. Click “Request an Experience” and select “Career Center – On-Campus Student Employment (PRAC 102- Building Skills for Career Success)” as the Experience Type. Fill in the required fields and submit.

3. Your registration will be reviewed within two business days. The Career Center will enroll you directly upon review along with sending you additional details.

QUESTIONS, please contact Stephanie Taylor (staylor18@umbc.edu)